Key Takeaways:

• Balance (EPT) will go live on Alpha and Futures at the same time on April 21 through Binance.
• An airdrop of 3,500 EPT tokens will be credited to eligible users.
• EPT is the native token of an AI-powered Web3 gaming and social platform backed by a16z.

Binance has officially announced the listing of Balance (EPT) on Binance Alpha and Binance Futures. The listing makes Binance the first platform to support EPT trading before its respective Token Generation Event (TGE) is anticipated on the April 21 dual launch.

Alpha & Futures Listings: EPT Makes Its Debut on Binance

EPT/USDT trading will be enabled on Binance Alpha for users by 12:00 PM on April 21, before an EPTUSDT perpetual contract on Binance Futures is launched at 1:00 PM UTC the same day. The Futures contract allows you to leverage up to 20x, so advanced traders can take advantage of price swings.

The contract will feature:

• Settlement in USDT
• Funding rate fixed at ±2.00% and recalculated every 4 hours
• 24/7 trading availability
• Multi-Assets mode: Supported

Binance will airdrop 3,500 EPT to eligible users who purchased tokens on Alpha between April 11 and 17 (UTC). And the tokens will be deposited into their Alpha accounts at 12:10 PM UTC on April 21.

Big Signal for EPT: Why Binance Alpha

Binance Alpha is a curated discovery zone inside the Binance Wallet that gives you early access to the most exciting Web3 projects before listing on the main exchange. It offers users an initial peek at up-and-coming crypto holdings based on internal data and the newest trends in the marketplace.

EPT’s inclusion here indicates to me that Binance views Balance as a formidable competitor in the evolving Web3 gaming and social space — particularly when paired with Futures access and a targeted airdrop campaign.

Why Balance (EPT) Matters: A Look at Its Role in Web3 Gaming

Balance aims to be the next-gen Web3 social and gaming platform, supporting AI experiences with Web3 gaming tools. The project was started by the same team that created E-PAL, a Web2 gaming platform that boasts 4.2 million users and 450,000 active companions.

Launched in May 2024, Balance gained significant traction, now supports over 180 games, and has partnered with over 80 Web3 gaming projects. The platform offers:

• AI-powered digital companions
• NFT infrastructure for creators and games
• Community-focused development with web3-native tools

As a fundamental point of the ecosystem, EPT is the native token of the platform used for governance, to offer strong incentives and enable fast transactions. Users are rewarded for making transactions, providing liquidity, building applications, etc.

In September 2024, Balance raised $30 million from leading investors like a16z, Animoca Brands, and Galaxy Interactive. The caliber of institutional backing points to the legitimacy and scalability of Balance’s roadmap.

EPT Airdrop Hits Early EPT Users

Binance’s airdrop targets active Alpha users, tapping into a base of early adopters who are likely to promote EPT within their networks.

The airdrop—3,500 EPT—per each whitelisted account, could serve as a sizable entry point — particularly if the token kicks off at a healthy valuation, post the TGE. Similar to prior Alpha-based incentives that helped crank up user interest and liquidity.

The campaign also introduces urgency and exclusivity, as only those who are active during the April 11–17 window can qualify. By leveraging this event with the Binance Futures launch and high visibility through the Binance Alpha, the listing strategy aims to fire speculation and long-term community participation.

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With Balance (EPT) TGE Approaching, Timing Is Key

The listing follows a hint from the Balance team on April 14 that the TGE is just around the corner. While no confirmed date is available, Binance’s rollout schedule indicates that the token generation will possibly take place just before or in parallel with the Alpha and Futures listings.

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