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Binance launches token unlock & vesting schedule feature

Mon, 16th Sep 2024

Binance has launched a new Token Unlock and Vesting Schedule feature, making it the first cryptocurrency exchange to incorporate such a tool.

This development allows users to review token unlocking and vesting data without having to exit the Binance platform, as the information is directly integrated from CoinMarketCap.

Token unlocking and vesting involve the phased release of cryptocurrency tokens over a predefined period. This process aims to provide market participants with predictability and transparency regarding the supply of tokens. The new feature by Binance aims to aid users in making more informed decisions by offering immediate access to crucial tokenomics data.

Explaining the significance of this feature, Binance stated, "Token unlocking is a key component of 'tokenomics,' which is the economic analysis of cryptocurrency projects and tokens." With this new tool, users can view each token's circulating supply, the quantities and percentages of unlocked and locked tokens, and the schedule for the next unlocking event. Additionally, a countdown timer for the next unlock is available.

Initially, this feature will be accessible on the Binance website, with plans to roll it out on the Binance app progressively. This move is aimed at enhancing the user experience by providing essential information that can assist traders in optimising their strategies.

Commenting on the initiative, Vishal Sacheendran, Head of Regional Markets at Binance, noted, "We are always improving the user experience and helping our users optimise their trading strategies. Our Token Unlock and Vesting Schedule is the first for a crypto exchange and it is a highly intuitive feature that provides our users with more information that can enhance their experience on our platform."

Binance highlights that the feature will draw data from CoinMarketCap, showing essential details such as circulating supply and the proportions of tokens that are unlocked and locked. The company aims to make critical information readily available to users, thereby facilitating more informed trading decisions and enhancing the overall trading experience.

By integrating CoinMarketCap data directly into the Binance platform, users will no longer need to navigate between different platforms to obtain unlocking and vesting schedule information. This streamlined access to data is intended to make the trading process more seamless and efficient.

With the cryptocurrency market known for its high volatility and rapid changes, tools that offer more transparency and detailed information are becoming increasingly valuable. Binance's new feature aims to address these needs by providing a comprehensive overview of token schedules and supplying levels that can impact market dynamics.

The integration of this feature marks a significant step in the evolution of cryptocurrency exchanges, setting a new standard for providing users with detailed, actionable information.

As the feature becomes available on more platforms, it is expected to receive widespread adoption among Binance's user base.

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