We discuss:

- What Perp DEXs are and how they differ from spot
- Mechanics of perpetual contracts: funding, leverage, liquidations, oracles
- Hyperliquid’s rise and current market dynamics
- Key challenges: latency, MEV, risk engines, insurance funds
- New designs and innovations across onchain derivatives
- Where perp markets may go next

And much more—enjoy!
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Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(00:42) Overview of Perpetual Decentralized Exchanges (Perp DEX)
(04:05) Understanding Perpetual Contracts
(19:37) The Rise of Hyperliquid and Market Dynamics
(27:40) Challenges and Innovations in Perp DEX
(35:15) Outro
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