Binance to Delist Four Perpetual Contracts in January 2026
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: 2h ago- Contract Delisting Announcement: Binance has announced the automatic liquidation of four perpetual contracts—42USDT, COMMONUSDT, CUDISUSDT, and EPTUSDT—on January 30, 2026, due to low liquidity, impacting futures trading while leaving spot markets unaffected.
- Automatic Liquidation Protocol: Users are advised to close their positions before the 09:00 (UTC) deadline to avoid involuntary liquidation, prompting traders to adjust their strategies in light of the upcoming market changes.
- Muted Market Reaction: Although the decision has not elicited public comments from industry leaders, the market response remains relatively calm, indicating Binance's commitment to liquidity and market stability through its risk management practices.
- Liquidity Management Strategy: The delisting of low-volume contracts is a common liquidity management practice among exchanges, with Binance's actions aimed at optimizing the trading environment and ensuring the healthy operation of the market.
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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.
