Uniswap (UNI) is defying the broader market correction, surging over 14% in the past 24 hours. This surge appears to be driven by a number of positive developments, including the launch of new user-friendly tools and a proposed governance upgrade.

Uniswap Labs Unveils New Products to Streamline Swapping

Uniswap Labs, the team behind the leading decentralized exchange (DEX) Uniswap, has announced a trio of new products designed to simplify the swapping experience:

• Uniswap Extension Tool: This browser extension streamlines swapping across different chains while remaining accessible, even when switching tabs. It’s currently in beta testing, but offers mobile compatibility through a QR code connection with the Uniswap wallet app.
• Limit Orders: Users can now place limit orders directly on the Uniswap web app interface. This allows users to set a desired price for a swap, ensuring execution only when the market reaches that price within a specific timeframe.
• Data & Insights Dashboard: This new webpage helps users discover new tokens and access real-time data and information on individual tokens.

These user-centric features aim to make Uniswap a more “complete platform for swapping,” according to Callil Capuozzo, VP of Design at Uniswap Labs. By simplifying the user experience and offering functionalities commonly found on centralized exchanges (CEXs), Uniswap could attract new users and further solidify its dominance in the DEX landscape.

Uniswap Foundation Proposes Governance Upgrade

Adding to the positive momentum, the Uniswap Foundation has proposed an upgrade to the protocol’s governance structure. This proposal focuses on redistributing protocol fees to UNI token holders. Snapshot voting for the proposal is currently underway and has received overwhelming support from the community.

The upgrade, if implemented, would empower UNI token holders by granting them a more active role in decision-making processes through fee distribution. This increased community involvement could foster a more robust and sustainable Uniswap ecosystem.