If you're into perp trading on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), you've probably heard of platforms like Lighter, which exploded in popularity thanks to its points system and subsequent airdrops. Now, there's buzz around Variational, a newer player that's still in its early stages but showing serious promise. A recent thread from @Basesol_NFT on X highlights just how early we are to this platform and why you might want to jump in now before the masses catch on.

What's the Hype About Variational?

Variational is a perpetual futures (perps) trading DEX built with unique features that set it apart from the competition. For starters, it offers zero trading fees, tight spreads, and over 500 markets to choose from. But the real game-changer is its loss refund system—traders who get liquidated can get bailed out, essentially giving them a second shot at their positions. No other DEX does this, which could be a huge draw for risk-takers in the volatile world of crypto, including meme token perps.

The platform recently hit a milestone: its quoted post from @variational_io announced that Omni (likely referring to Variational's user base or a related metric) surpassed 10,000 lifetime traders. To put that in perspective, established platforms like Lighter have over 100,000. This means competition on Variational is still low, making it an ideal spot for early adopters looking to farm points or position for potential airdrops.

Points Program on the Horizon

The thread emphasizes that Variational's points program is coming soon, with retroactive rewards for past activity. This means any trading volume you build now could pay off big once the system launches. The founder, LVS from Variational, confirmed this in a post shared in the thread: points are indeed incoming, and they're tracking all kinds of metrics and activities.

@Basesol_NFT shares a personal regret from farming on Lighter—back in March, they earned 200 points for $2M in volume, now worth $20k OTC (over-the-counter). They're not making the same mistake with Variational and are pushing hard to build volume early. The advice? Stop procrastinating and start trading. Even opening and closing a 50x leverage trade with $1k margin racks up $100k in volume, and right now, only about 5k users have hit that mark.

How to Get Started

Variational is still in private beta, so you'll need an invite. Using the code OMNIBASESOL gets you into Bronze Tier right away, with boosted loss refunds and hints at more perks coming soon. You can also route through the link provided in the thread for easy access.

The thread also tags a bunch of Variational enthusiasts worth following for more insights: @derteil00, @szymon_dara, @shadowofintent3, @variational_lvs, @0xMGB, @cas3333333, @Corgil_, @MingoAirdrop, @mr_plumpkin, @CallumOnCrypto, @Samtolad, @wronguser000, and @arisehype.

Community Reactions

Replies to the thread show excitement and some humor. One user shared a meme capturing the obsession with points farming, while others discussed their strategies or asked for TL;DRs. The consensus? This feels like a second chance for those who missed out on Lighter's early days.

Why This Matters for Meme Token Traders

At Meme Insider, we're all about the wild world of meme tokens, and platforms like Variational make trading their perps more accessible and rewarding. With meme coins often seeing massive volatility, features like loss refunds could save your portfolio from total wipeouts. Plus, if Variational's points lead to an airdrop, early volume on meme-related markets could yield juicy rewards.

If you're serious about leveling up your trading game, check out the original thread on X and consider diving in. Remember, in crypto, being early often pays off the most—just don't fade this opportunity like some did with Lighter.