What are Binance gold and silver perpet contracts?

They are USDT-settled perpetual futures on gold and silver listed on Binance Futures. Traders can use crypto collateral, apply leverage, and pay or receive funding, similar to BTC perps. This lets crypto users express metals views without moving funds to a traditional broker or a spot commodities platform.

How could this affect Bitcoin today?

New listings often trigger risk rotation. Some capital may shift from Bitcoin trades toward metals momentum, changing depth and spreads intraday. Watch liquidity during the London to New York overlap, funding skews, and short-term correlation between BTC and metals as early signals of any lasting impact.

Are these contracts suitable for UK investors?

They can suit active traders who already use USDT-settled futures and understand funding. UK users should consider FX costs when converting to USDT and ensure the product fits their risk limits. Start with smaller size until liquidity and slippage stabilise, and avoid overlapping exposure to correlated markets.

What risks are specific to USDT-settled futures?

Key risks include funding volatility, leverage amplification, and basis movements between perp and spot. With USDT settlement, sterling-based PnL also depends on GBP’s rate versus the dollar. Manage margin buffers, set clear stops, and avoid concentrating risk in a single venue or highly correlated positions.

Where can I read more about the launch?

See coverage on The Block for contract details and context, and CoinDesk for market interest in silver perps. Both discuss USDT-settled futures and how Binance Futures metals expand access to commodities for crypto traders. Links are included in the article sections above.

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BTCUSD Today, January 10: Binance Adds Gold/Silver Perps in USDT

ByHuzaifa Zahoor January 10, 2026

Binance gold and silver perpet contracts launch today, letting traders use USDT-settled futures to trade metals alongside crypto. This new “crypto commodities trading” line could affect short-term flows in major pairs. For UK readers, the key watch is how BTCUSD reacts as capital rotates. We outline what changes on Binance Futures metals, how it may shift liquidity, and the setups that fit London hours without adding undue risk.