TradeSta, the next-gen decentralized perpetuals trading platform built on Avalanche c-chain, is giving traders a second chance — literally.
Starting Tuesday 20th May 2025, the platform has launched its TradeStaCollateralBack campaign, offering a 50% refund on collateral (up to $25 USDC) for users who get liquidated on their first trade during the promotional period.
This bold new initiative is part of TradeSta’s mission to make high-leverage DeFi trading more accessible, transparent, and forgiving for newcomers and seasoned traders alike.
The campaign runs from Tuesday, May 20 through Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 23:59 UTC.
“At TradeSta, we’re building more than just another DEX — we’re creating a trading experience that’s fast, fair, and actually puts the user first,” said Kieron Cartledge, Founder and CEO of TradeSta. “This campaign is our way of saying: it’s okay to take a swing — we’ve got your back if you miss.”
🔥 Here’s How It Works
Eligible users who open a position and get liquidated during the campaign will receive 50% of their collateral back, up to $25 USDC — no strings attached.
To qualify:
- Minimum position size: $10 USDC
- Minimum leverage: 10x
- Must be the first loss from that wallet during the campaign
- Refunds are processed in USDC on Avalanche C-Chain
- Payouts sent within 72 working hours of liquidation
Whether you’re trading BTC, ETH, AVAX, gold, oil, or even RWAs, TradeSta gives you full control from start to finish. No KYC, no signups, just pure onchain execution — with lightning-fast trades, real-time pricing via Pyth Network.
✨ Why This Matters
Trading with leverage can be intimidating, especially for new users exploring DeFi for the first time. TradeSta’s campaign reduces the fear factor by offering a real incentive to test the waters — without getting burned.
“It’s not about encouraging risk,” Cartledge added. “It’s about rewarding participation and showing the community that DeFi doesn’t have to be cold, complex, or unforgiving.”
The Team Behind TradeSta
The strength of TradeSta lies not only in its technology stack, but in the depth and experience of its team — a founding group that brings both TradFi precision and Web3 boldness to the table.
TradeSta is led by Kieron Cartledge, former Chief of Staff, at Baanx Group, where he was instrumental in delivering crypto card programs for Ledger, Opera, and MetaMask. At Baanx, Kieron personally closed over 30 high-value partnerships, and contributed directly to platform integrations with Visa, Mastercard, Google Pay, and Apple Pay. His background in sales, product delivery, and managing large cross-functional teams has shaped TradeSta’s disciplined approach to building secure and scalable financial infrastructure.
CTO Hasan Zahr brings over five years of software engineering experience, with a strong focus on blockchain systems, smart contracts, and DeFi infrastructure. Having held technical roles at companies like Baanx, Hasan’s expertise has been pivotal in shaping TradeSta’s self-custodial architecture and backend performance layer.
Head of Blockchain, Toba Ajiboye, is a certified blockchain developer and DeFi engineer, with deep knowledge in DEX, tokenomics, and cross-chain protocol design. Since 2020, he has contributed to multiple Web3 platforms and now leads the development of TradeSta’s core smart contracts.
Head of Frontend & Mobile, Hüseyin İnciler, brings over a decade of development experience and a sharp focus on user experience. He ensures that TradeSta’s interface feels intuitive, responsive, and consistent across desktop and mobile environments — making high-leverage trading accessible to both DeFi natives and new users alike.
Together, this team blends institutional knowledge with Web3-native execution — delivering a platform that gives traders the tools they need, without compromising on speed, security, or control.
🚀 About TradeSta
TradeSta is a self-custodial perpetuals trading platform that allows users to trade crypto, commodities, FX, and real-world assets with up to 100x leverage — all without giving up control of their funds. Built on Avalanche & powered by Pyth Network, TradeSta combines DeFi values with CEX-like performance.
Start trading today at https://tradesta.io
