Aptos @Aptos, a Layer-1 network built with the Move language, is attracting more and more real users and capital with astonishing speed and stability.

First, let's talk about the data. The mainnet launched in October 2022, and within just a few days, it achieved 2100 TPS. By the end of 2023, the average daily trading volume surpassed one million. In 2024, it became even more insane—with a single-day peak trading volume of 326 million transactions and peak TPS exceeding 13,000, maintaining a stable TPS of nearly 13,000 during periods of high load. On July 27, 2025, Aptos set a new record, with peak TPS soaring to nearly 20,000, and some data even showing peaks exceeding 22,000, making it the current holder of the highest Layer-1 transaction throughput record that is open, transparent, and verifiable.

Behind this is the hardcore technology foundation of Aptos Labs: parallel execution, sub-second confirmation, the upcoming zaptos architecture, and the block-stm v2 upgrade, all aimed at making blockchain run faster, more stable, and at a lower cost. Aptos is not bragging; it uses real data and a transparent manner to show everyone: high TPS is not just a castle in the air.

More importantly, Aptos is not just a platform for tech enthusiasts to show off their skills; it is attracting a large influx of funds with annual returns of up to 78% to 153%, thanks to incentives from local exchange Labs, and the DeFi ecosystem is gradually taking shape.

There is also the newly launched Petra Wallet, which not only looks good but also focuses on user experience. It supports seamless switching between mobile, browser plugin, and web versions, simplifying the entry barrier for users into Web3. Together with Aptos, Petra is building a "global trading engine" to make on-chain asset management smooth and natural.

This makes me think: behind the dual improvement of on-chain speed and user experience, is the future of blockchain ultimately "technology first" or "user first"? Aptos's answer seems to be a balance between the two—using technology to support a high-performance foundation, and then using a friendly experience to bring ordinary users closer.

In summary, the performance of Aptos tells us that the competition among Layer-1 solutions is not just a battle of TPS numbers, but also a contest of ecosystem implementation and user acceptance. In the future, those who can find a balance between technology and experience will be the ones to truly win the market.

What do you think? Which do you think is more important for blockchain: "speed" or "usability"? Feel free to leave a comment and chat!