Binance Introduces Regulated TradFi Perpetual Contracts for Global Traders
Binance Makes a Strategic Leap Into Traditional
Finance Derivatives
Binance has officially entered a new phase of market expansion by launching its first regulated TradFi perpetual contracts, marking a significant milestone in the convergence of traditional finance and crypto derivatives. The new product allows traders to gain 24/7 exposure to traditional assets starting with gold and silver using the same perpetual contract structure that dominates crypto futures markets.
This launch positions Binance as one of the first major crypto exchanges to offer regulated, stablecoin-settled perpetual contracts linked to traditional financial assets, a move that could reshape how global traders access commodities.
What Are TradFi Perpetual Contracts and Why They Matter
TradFi perpetual contracts function similarly to cryptocurrency perpetual futures but track the prices of traditional assets instead. Unlike standard commodity futures traded on legacy exchanges, these contracts do not expire, eliminating rollover costs and simplifying long-term positioning.
According to internal exchange data, perpetual contracts account for over 90% of global crypto derivatives trading volume, which exceeded $2.3 trillion in average monthly volume in 2025. By applying this high-liquidity model to traditional assets, Binance is targeting both crypto-native traders and traditional market participants seeking continuous market access.
Gold and Silver Lead the First Listings
The first two contracts launched under this initiative are:
Gold Perpetual (XAUUSDT)
Silver Perpetual (XAGUSDT)
Both contracts are settled in USDT and offer leverage of up to 50x, depending on user eligibility and regional regulations. Gold and silver were selected due to their deep liquidity, global demand, and historical role as macroeconomic hedges.
In 2025 alone, global gold trading volume surpassed $180 billion per day, while silver averaged approximately $30 billion per day across spot and derivatives markets. By enabling 24/7 trading, Binance removes the time-zone limitations that traditionally restrict commodities trading to five days a week.
Regulation, Oversight, and Institutional Appeal
A key differentiator of Binance’s TradFi perpetual contracts is regulation. The products are offered through a regulated Binance-affiliated entity operating under a recognized financial regulatory framework. This structure is designed to meet compliance standards required by institutional traders, including asset managers, proprietary trading firms, and hedge funds.
Institutional participation in crypto derivatives has grown rapidly, with estimates showing that over 35% of global crypto futures volume in 2025 originated from professional and institutional traders. Regulated TradFi perpetuals could accelerate that trend by offering familiar asset exposure within a modern derivatives framework.
Why 24/7 TradFi Trading Changes the Market
Traditional commodity markets close for approximately 65 hours per week, during which price risk continues but trading access does not. Binance’s model allows traders to react instantly to macroeconomic events such as:
Central bank announcements
Inflation data releases
Geopolitical developments
Historical volatility data shows that over 20% of major gold price movements between 2020 and 2024 occurred outside U.S. market hours, highlighting the demand for continuous access.
Impact on Binance’s Futures Ecosystem
Binance Futures remains the largest derivatives platform globally, processing an average of $60-70 billion in daily trading volume across cryptocurrency contracts. Analysts expect TradFi perpetuals to initially contribute 2-4% of total futures volume, with growth potential as more assets are added.
Early adoption metrics indicate strong interest, with gold perpetual contracts recording tens of millions of dollars in notional volume within the first 48 hours of launch.
What Comes Next
Binance has signaled that additional TradFi assets may be introduced, potentially including major equity indices, energy commodities, or macro-linked instruments subject to regulatory approval.
As demand for hybrid financial products grows, regulated TradFi perpetual contracts may represent the next major evolution in derivatives trading, blending traditional asset stability with crypto-market efficiency.
