Binance Expands Futures Lineup With Silver-Backed Perpetual Contract

Binance is continuing to broaden its derivatives lineup, announcing the launch of a silver-backed perpetual futures contract on its futures platform.

The exchange confirmed that XAGUSDT perpetual futures will go live on January 7 at 10:00 UTC, giving traders leveraged exposure to silver prices without owning the physical metal.

The new contract uses silver (XAG) as its underlying asset and tracks the value of one troy ounce of silver, extending Binance’s push beyond crypto-native instruments into traditional commodities. Trading will be available around the clock, with leverage of up to 50x, allowing users to amplify both gains and losses depending on market conditions.

From a technical standpoint, Binance said the contract will launch with a tick size of 0.01, a minimum trade size of 0.001 XAG, and a minimum notional requirement of 5 USDT. Funding fees will be settled every four hours, with rates capped at ±2%, though the exchange noted that parameters may be adjusted dynamically based on market risk.

Incentives, copy trading, and multi-asset margin

To encourage early activity, the XAGUSDT listing will fall under Binance Futures’ New Listing Fee Promotion. During the first ten days after launch, users will benefit from zero maker fees, while eligible liquidity providers will receive enhanced rebates — part of a broader effort to concentrate liquidity during initial trading phases.

Binance also confirmed that the silver perpetual will support futures copy trading within 24 hours of launch and will be compatible with Multi-Asset Mode, allowing traders to post collateral in assets such as Bitcoin instead of relying solely on USDT.

The silver contract follows a series of recent derivatives listings by Binance, including ZKPUSDT, GUAUSDT, and IRUSDT perpetuals, each introduced with varying leverage limits. Together, the launches point to an aggressive expansion of Binance’s futures catalog as it competes for global trading volume.

The rollout comes amid wider operational changes at Binance. The exchange has been updating its product mix while strengthening its regulatory footing, including securing additional licenses in Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Earlier this month, Binance received full regulatory clearance from the Abu Dhabi Global Market’s Financial Services Regulatory Authority, enabling it to operate under a more robust supervisory framework.

By introducing silver-linked futures alongside crypto derivatives, Binance is signaling a strategy that blends traditional assets with crypto-style leverage and accessibility – a combination increasingly favored by traders seeking exposure across multiple market narratives from a single platform.

Looking for more ideas? Read our full guide to the best meme coins to invest in this year.