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Fellow Binancians,
Binance is excited to launch a limited-time task for users to earn Binance Alpha Points. During the Promotion Period, users who complete crypto transfers in Binance Chat will win Binance Alpha Points.
Enjoy free, seamless, and hassle-free crypto transfers with Binance Chat. Instantly send USDC and other cryptocurrencies to any friend, anywhere, anytime — all with zero fees in Chat!
Promotion Period: 2025-12-22 00:00 - 2026-01-04 23:59 (UTC)
How to Get Started:
Users can access the transfer crypto via chat function from both website and App.
Step 1: Navigate to Binance Chat.Log in to your Binance App and tap the [Chat] widget on the homepage, or the message icon at the top left corner.
Step 2: Open a conversation from the chat list. Before making a crypto transfer in Chat, simply add your friend to Binance Chat contacts by entering their Binance User ID or Chat ID if you haven't added any contacts yet.Step 3: On the chat interface, choose [+] > [Send Crypto].Step 4: Select the asset to send and enter the amount you wish to transfer. Follow the instructions to complete the transfer.
Send Crypto via Binance Chat Now!
Reward Structure:
For every 2 unique crypto transfers, each to a different user, in Binance Chat, users will receive 1 Binance Alpha Point, as per the table below:
Unique Crypto Transfer Counterparty via Binance ChatBinance Alpha Point Reward102131425263738494105Above 105
Note:
Each user can earn up to a maximum of 5 Binance Alpha Points during the Promotion.An eligible transfer to qualify for Alpha Points must be at least $5 or equivalent.
Benefits of Sending Crypto in Chat
Fast and Convenient: Transfer crypto instantly while chatting without switching to Pay or other apps.Free of Charge: Enjoy zero fees on crypto transfers within the chat.Secure Transactions: Built-in security measures ensure your funds are safe.Easy to Use: Simple steps to send crypto directly to your contacts.
Related Guides & Materials:
Binance Chat User GuideHow to Send Crypto in Binance ChatFrequently Asked Questions on Binance Alpha Points
Terms & Conditions:
This Promotion is available to all verified users who have access to the transfer feature in Binance Chat. The products or features referred to above may not be available in your region. Users are responsible for informing themselves about and observing any restrictions and/or requirements imposed with respect to the access to and use of Binance services in each country from which the services are accessed.Task RequirementsFor every two unique crypto transfers to different users a user makes in Binance Chat, each transfer being at least the equivalent of 5 USD equivalent, the user will receive 1 Binance Alpha Point.Each user can earn up to a maximum of 5 Binance Alpha Points during the Promotion Period.Duplicate transfers are not counted. For multiple transfers to the same user, only the first transfer is eligible for Binance Alpha Points. Transfers on the next day or subsequent transfers to the same chat user considered duplicates and will not accumulate Binance Alpha Points.Transfers between sub-accounts under the same master account are not counted.If a transfer relationship has already been established with the same user (either sending or receiving), reverse transfers will not count towards the Promotion. For example, if User A transfers crypto of at least $5 or equivalent to User B, it will be counted towards User A’s unique transfers, but if User B transfers any amount of crypto back to User A, it will not be counted towards any of User B’s unique transfers.Only the user initiating the transfer can earn Alpha Points, the recipient does not receive Alpha Points.Reward Distribution: Binance Alpha Points earned from this Promotion will be distributed daily to eligible users, starting one day after they complete the eligible task.Users can view the distribution history via Alpha Events > Daily Points Breakdown > Task Points.Binance reserves the right to disqualify any participants who tamper with Binance program code, or interfere with the operation of Binance program code with other software.Binance reserves the right to disqualify user’s reward eligibility if the account is involved in any dishonest behavior (e.g., wash trading, illegally bulk registered accounts, self dealing, or market manipulation).Binance reserves the right to determine and/or amend or vary these Terms & Conditions, its eligibility terms, and criteria, the selection and number of winners, and the timing of any act to be done if it is justified due to important reasons, namely applicable:Changes in applicable regulations or policies;Obligations arising out of law or decisions issued by common courts or public administration;Anti-money laundering or combating financing terrorism rules;Technical issues beyond our control;Necessity to protect users from potential losses;Necessity to protect Binance from the loss of reputation;Extraordinary events or circumstances beyond our control (force majeure).There may be discrepancies between this original content in English and any translated versions. Please refer to the original English version for the most accurate information, in case any discrepancies arise.
Thank you for your support!
Binance Team
2025-12-22

This is a general announcement. Products and services referred to here may not be available in your region. Terms and conditions apply.
Fellow Binancians,
Celebrate this Christmas with us! Join the Community activities on Binance Discord, Binance WhatsApp, and Binance Telegram to share 25,000 USDC in token vouchers.
Discord: Binance Gift Hunt
Activity Period: 2025-12-22 12:00 (UTC) to 2025-12-29 12:00 (UTC)
How to Participate:
Join the Binance Discord server;Go to the channel #join-christmas-game and click the green button to access ⁠#christmas-game;Type “/work” in the channel ⁠#christmas-game and wait for a cooldown period of 1 hour to collect Discord coins; Repeat the process until you collect a total of 5,000 “Discord coins”;Type the command “/buy” to claim your virtual Binance Gift.
Notes:
The “/work” command can be used every 1 hour (cooldown period); The “/work” command rewards users with a random amount of “Discord coins”, ranging from 100 to 300.The “/coins” command can be used anytime by users to check their “Discord coins” balance.
Rewards:
10,000 USDC in token vouchers will be equally shared amongst all qualified users who claim the virtual Binance Gift;Discord VIP (bonus reward): The top 10 users with the most coins collected at the end of the Activity Period will receive 30-days of Discord VIP role and perks access. For users who already have the Discord VIP role access, it will be upgraded to permanent access.
Rules:
Each user can claim only one virtual Binance Gift;Users found participating with multiple accounts will be disqualified.
WhatsApp: Santa’s Challenges
Activity Period: 2025-12-22 12:00 (UTC) to 2025-12-24 12:00 (UTC)
How to Participate:
Join the Binance WhatsApp channel;Stay tuned for the daily challenge announcements;Invite 1 friend each day to join Binance WhatsApp and provide proof. A total of 3 friends required are required to join during the Activity Period; Fill in the survey shared in each announcement with the correct answer to qualify for the prize pool.
Points System:
Users are awarded 1 point whenever they complete a survey correctly. If a user is among the first 200 people to complete the daily survey, this user will get an extra +1 point.
Rewards:
5,000 USDC in token vouchers will be equally shared amongst the first 500 users who accumulate 6 points.
Telegram: Snowball Fight
Activity Period: 2025-12-22 11:59 (UTC) to 2025-12-29 11:59 (UTC)
How to Play:
Join the Binance Telegram group;Sign up through the Binance Activities Bot (the user is required to submit a valid BUID and agree to the Terms & Conditions); Type “/throw” on “Snowball Fight” Binance Telegram topic to throw a snowball; Each player can throw up to 3 snowballs per day (once every 8 hours);Snowballs can be thrown at other signed-up players in the game by tagging their Telegram ID after the “/throw” command.
Hit & Dodge Rules:
Players have a 25% chance to dodge incoming snowballs.If a thrower hits his target, the player gains 1 point. Critical Hit: there is a 10% chance for a critical hit, which grants the thrower 2 points instead of 1.If a player gets hit, the player loses 1 point.Players can only earn points by throwing snowballs (command “/throw”).
Reward Structure:
Players must accumulate 26 points in order to be considered a winner and be eligible for the reward pool.10,000 USDC in token vouchers will be equally shared amongst all qualified winners.
Penalties:
Players are muted for 1 minute if they use gameplay commands in the wrong Telegram group.Players are muted for 1 minute if they use gameplay commands under cooldown once, with an increasing cooldown every time.Players are muted for 1 minute if they use gameplay commands while already being winners.
Terms & Conditions:
These terms and conditions (“Promotion Terms”) govern users’ participation in the promotion above (“Promotion”). By participating in this Promotion, users agree to these Promotion Terms, and the following additional terms: (a) Binance Terms and Conditions for Prize Promotions; (b) Binance Terms of Use; and (c) Binance Privacy Notice; all of which are incorporated by reference into these terms and conditions. In the case of any inconsistency or conflict between these Promotion Terms, and any other incorporated terms, the provisions of these Promotion Terms shall prevail, followed by the  following in this order of precedence, and to the extent of such conflict: (a) Binance Terms and Conditions for Prize Promotions; (b) Binance Terms of Use; and (c) Binance Privacy Notice.Only users who complete identity verification and confirm their participation during the Promotion Period can qualify for rewards in the Promotion. The products or features referred to above may not be available in your region. Users are responsible for informing themselves about and observing any restrictions and/or requirements imposed with respect to the access to and use of Binance services in each country from which the services are accessed.Rewards will be distributed within 28 business days after the Activities end. Users will be able to login and redeem their token voucher rewards via Profile > Rewards Hub. The validity period for the token voucher is set at 30 days from the day of distribution. Binance reserves the right to disqualify a user’s reward eligibility if the account is involved in any dishonest behavior (e.g., wash trading, illegally bulk account registrations/logins, self dealing, or market manipulation). Binance further reserves the right to disqualify any participants who tamper with Binance program code, or interfere with the operation of Binance program code with other software.Binance reserves the right at any time in its sole and absolute discretion to determine and/or amend or vary these terms and conditions without prior notice, including but not limited to canceling, extending, terminating or suspending this Promotion, the eligibility terms and criteria, the selection and number of winners, and the timing of any act to be done, and all Participants shall be bound by these amendments. There may be discrepancies between this original content in English and any translated versions. Please refer to the original English version for the most accurate information, in case any discrepancies arise.
Thank you for your support!
Binance Team
2025-12-22
Note: This announcement was amended on 2025-12-22 to update the mechanics for Discord: Binance Gift Hunt.
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Holders of USDC have a legal claim against Circle SAS as the EU issuer of USDC. These holders are entitled to request redemption of their USDC from Circle SAS. Such redemption will be made at any time and at par value.

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Powell highlighted that the early industry model, which focused on speculation and simple lending, will be replaced by a more institutionalized, on-chain financial infrastructure. He anticipates that future capital market activities will occur directly on public or permissioned blockchains, rather than through traditional brokers and investment banks.

According to BlockBeats, Jocy, founding partner of IOSG, shared insights on social media regarding the evolving dynamics of the crypto market. Jocy highlighted 2025 as a pivotal year marked by a fundamental shift from retail speculation to institutional allocation. This transition is evidenced by core data showing institutional holdings at 24% and a 66% exit by retail investors, indicating a completed turnover in the crypto market.

Despite a 5.4% decline in Bitcoin's value in 2025, the cryptocurrency reached a historic high of $126,080 during the year. The market leadership has shifted from retail investors to institutions, who continue to build positions at high levels, focusing on cycles rather than prices. While retail investors are selling, institutions are buying, marking the current period not as a bull market peak but as an institutional accumulation phase.

Looking ahead to 2026, the midterm elections in November are expected to influence market dynamics. Historically, election years prioritize policy, suggesting that the first half of 2026 may be a policy honeymoon period favorable for institutional allocation and market optimism. However, the latter half of the year may see increased volatility due to political uncertainties. Risks include potential delays in market structure legislation, continued selling by long-term holders, and uncertain election outcomes. Yet, these risks also present opportunities, as periods of pessimism often offer the best chances for strategic positioning.

In the short term (3-6 months), Bitcoin is anticipated to fluctuate between $87,000 and $95,000, with institutions continuing to accumulate. In the medium term (first half of 2026), policy and institutional drivers could push Bitcoin's target to between $120,000 and $150,000. In the long term (second half of 2026), increased volatility is expected, influenced by election results and policy continuity.

The year 2025 signifies an accelerated institutionalization of the crypto market. Despite negative annual returns for Bitcoin, ETF investors have demonstrated strong holding resilience. The year is characterized by the largest supply turnover, robust institutional allocation intentions, clear policy support, and extensive infrastructure development. Although Bitcoin's price fell by 5%, ETF inflows reached $25 billion, indicating optimism for the first half of 2026.

Key considerations for 2026 include legislative progress on market structure bills, potential expansion of strategic Bitcoin reserves, and policy continuity post-midterm elections. In the long term, improved ETF infrastructure and regulatory clarity are expected to lay the groundwork for the next market uptrend, as traditional valuation logic becomes obsolete and new pricing power is established.

This is a general announcement. Products and services referred to here may not be available in your region. Terms and conditions apply.
Fellow Binancians,
Binance is excited to introduce two powerful Recurring Send features for Binance Pay and crypto withdrawals. These new functionalities are designed to automate your regular crypto transfers and withdrawals, streamlining your financial routines and providing greater convenience and control.
Recurring Send on Binance Pay
The Recurring Send feature within Binance Pay empowers users to automate regular payments to trusted Binance recipients. Streamline routines like subscriptions or allowances by scheduling recurring fund transfers—set it once and funds will be sent on time, every time.
Key Highlights:
Automated Scheduled Payments: Set up and schedule recurring fund transfers to designated recipients at customized intervals (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly), eliminating the need for manual payments.Flexible Recipient Selection: Send recurring payments to other Binance users by entering their Binance UID, email, or phone number. You can also select from recent payees, or choose contacts directly from your phonebook.Timely Notifications and Reminders: Receive reminders one day before a scheduled payment and get instant notification if a transaction fails due to an insufficient balance, ensuring you stay informed.Easy Management and Control: Conveniently view, modify, or cancel your active Recurring Send plans at any time.
How to Set Up Recurring Send:
Users may access this function via the Binance App.
Step 1: Log in to your Binance account via the App. Navigate to the [Pay] homepage section and choose [Recurring Send].
Step 2: Alternatively, go to [Send to Binance users] on the Binance Pay homepage, then choose [Recurring Send] at the top of the Send page.Step 3: Select your recipient via their email, phone number, or Binance UID (BUID).
*Please note this feature is only available for transfers to other Binance accounts.
Step 4: Enter the amount and select the cryptocurrency you wish to send.Step 5: Customize your plan by setting the first send date, frequency (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) and the last send date.Step 6: Review the details of your Recurring Send plan and tap [Confirm] to schedule your automated payments.
Set Up Recurring Send on Pay
Recurring Send for Crypto Withdrawals
Automate and schedule your crypto withdrawals to other Binance users or external on-chain addresses. This feature simplifies asset management by enabling flexible, recurring transfers at daily, weekly, or monthly intervals, ensuring timely and secure transactions with minimal manual effort.
Key Highlights:
Flexible Scheduling Options: Set up automated crypto withdrawals on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis for consistent and convenient asset transfers.Support for Binance and On-Chain Addresses: Enables transfers to other Binance users or designated external blockchain addresses.Withdrawal Whitelist Compliance: Ensures added security by restricting scheduled withdrawals to whitelisted addresses when the feature is enabled.Multiple Schedules Management: Supports setting up multiple concurrent recurring withdrawal schedules for different assets or recipients.Balance Optimization: Offers the option to utilize alternative assets when the primary token balance is insufficient, reducing transfer failures.
How to Set Up Recurring Send for Crypto Withdrawals:
Users may access this function via both the Binance website and App.
Step 1: Log in to your Binance account via the App or website. Navigate to the [Services] homepage section, then choose [Recurring Send].
Step 2: Alternatively, go to [Crypto Withdrawal page], then open the dropdown list under your selected token.Step 3: Choose a preferred frequency from daily, weekly, monthly, or annually.Step 4: Paste an external on-chain withdrawal address or choose a saved address from your address book.Step 5: Enter the amount and select [Recurring Withdraw] to schedule your automated withdrawals.
Set Up Recurring Send for Withdrawals
Related Guides & Materials:
What is Binance PayWhat is Recurring Send in Binance PayFrequently Asked Questions on Recurring Send
Notes:
This product is only available to verified Binance users and may not be available in all users’ regions.There may be discrepancies between this original content in English and any translated versions. Please refer to the original English version for the most accurate information, in case any discrepancies arise.
Thank you for your support!
Binance Team
2025-12-19

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