- Binance’s BFUSD offers futures account holders potential gains up to 19.55%, with a total supply of 120 million and 101.32% collateralization.
- BFUSD features two APY reward tiers: a base rate of 29.18% and an enhanced rate of up to 38.98%, with daily interest payments.
Binance, the largest global cryptocurrency exchange, recently introduced BFUSD, a new reward-bearing asset that aims to maximize investors’ returns. Announced on November 26, BFUSD offers futures account holders potential gains of up to 19.55%, setting a new benchmark in digital asset investment.
The launch lets users purchase this margin asset at 2 AM UTC on November 27. Binance has structured BFUSD to provide flexibility and attractive returns, enabling users to earn rewards while using the asset as a margin in multi-asset trading modes. With a total supply of 120 million and a robust collateralization percentage of 101.32%, BFUSD demonstrates Binance’s commitment to financial stability and investor confidence.
BFUSD includes several appealing features. Investors benefit from two reward tiers: a base annual percentage yield (APY) of 29.18% and an enhanced APY of up to 38.98%. Importantly, Binance guarantees that the reward rate will never dip below zero, providing a safety net for investors during market fluctuations.
BFUSD: Binance’s Exclusive Futures-Only Stablecoin
Binance has clearly defined BFUSD’s role in the market, positioning it as a specialized asset for futures trading within its ecosystem. Unlike typical stablecoins, BFUSD remains exclusive to futures accounts, with no option for withdrawal or open market trading. This strategy sets it apart from mainstream cryptocurrencies.
“[BFUSD] It can only be used as margin for futures trading on Binance, and redeemed with Binance for USDT stablecoin,” said a Binance spokesperson.
BFUSD generates returns through advanced strategies, such as delta hedging between spot and futures markets, as well as targeted Ethereum staking. These tactics enable Binance to accrue funding fees and create steady passive income for investors. Historical analysis reveals the viability of this model, with the ETH/USDT trading pair maintaining positive funding rates on 350 out of the past 365 days.
Users engaging with BFUSD face specific conditions and benefits. They need to transfer USDT to a UM wallet, with enhanced APY available for individuals who participated in UM futures trading the day before. Interest payments are credited daily to UM Futures accounts, ensuring prompt and consistent rewards for participants.
High Risk With No Direct Claims On Assets
While BFUSD presents an attractive investment opportunity, Binance transparently communicates potential risks. Users should be aware of potential negative funding rates and understand they have no direct claim on the collateral pool, hedging portfolio, or reserve fund. Credit risk and potential redemption challenges are part of the investment landscape.
Binance has established a dedicated BFUSD Reserve Fund to mitigate investor concerns, initially seeded with 1 million USDT. This fund serves multiple purposes: covering potential funding fee costs, maintaining the collateral pool, and supporting hedging portfolios. The exchange’s strategic allocation ensures a buffer against market volatility.
For early adopters, Binance has introduced an enticing promotional period running from November 27 to December 26. During this window, users can purchase BFUSD without transaction fees and participate in earning 100,000 USDT in bonus APY and USDT vouchers, adding extra incentive to explore this new financial instrument.
