Binance Futures Launches 50x Leverage Silver Perpetual Contract
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- New Contract Launch: Binance Futures introduced the XAGUSDT perpetual contract on January 7, 2026, enabling traders to leverage positions on silver prices with up to 50x leverage, significantly enhancing investor flexibility in the precious metals market.
- Contract Structure: The contract is USDⓈ-margined, using USDT for both settlement and collateral, designed to track silver prices while ensuring cash settlement for each contract representing one troy ounce of silver, thereby reducing trading risks.
- Continuous Trading Model: The XAGUSDT contract operates on a 24/7 trading schedule with funding settlements every four hours, allowing traders to maintain exposure to silver price movements outside traditional commodity market hours, thus enhancing market liquidity.
- Expanded Commodity Access: By launching the XAGUSDT contract, Binance Futures expands leveraged trading access to precious metals within its derivatives lineup, allowing traders to use USDT as collateral, further enriching investment portfolio options.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
