What Are Alpha Points?
Alpha Points are a scoring mechanism introduced by Binance to evaluate user activity on Binance Alpha (a platform for early-stage crypto projects) and Binance Wallet (Binance’s Web3 wallet). These points determine eligibility for benefits like:
Airdrops (free token distributions)
IDOs (Initial DEX Offerings)
TGEs (Token Generation Events)
The higher your Alpha Points, the greater your chances of participating in exclusive token launches.
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🔸 How Are Alpha Points Calculated?
Alpha Points are calculated daily based on two components:
1. Balance Points: Based on the total balance of spot tokens and Alpha in your account and Binance Wallet. For example, a balance of $100 earns 1 point/day.
2. Volume Points: Based on the amount of Alpha tokens purchased.
Points operate on a rolling 15-day cycle, expiring 15 days after the snapshot date.
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🔹 Recent Updates to the Alpha Points Program
Consumption Mechanism: Effective May 13, 2025, Binance has implemented a system where Alpha Points are consumed when users participate in Token Generation Events (TGEs) or claim airdrops. The number of points consumed varies based on the event's specifics.
Participation Requirements: To engage in these events, users must have a minimum of 15,000 Alpha Points.
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🔸 Recent Airdrops and Token Launches
NEXPACE (NXPC) Airdrop:
Eligibility: Users with ≥187 Alpha Points, or those with 143–186 points whose Binance UID ends in 9, can claim 198 NXPC tokens.
Claim Period: From May 15, 2025, 06:00 UTC to May 16, 2025, 05:59 UTC.
Alpha Points Consumption: Claiming this airdrop consumes 15 Alpha Points.
RDAC Airdrop:
Eligibility: Users with ≥205 Alpha Points can claim 482 RDAC tokens.
Claim Period: Started on May 13, 2025, at 10:00 UTC.
Alpha Points Consumption: Claiming this airdrop consumes 15 Alpha Points.
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🔹 Strategic Implications
The updated Alpha Points system underscores Binance's commitment to fostering a dynamic and engaged user base. By incentivizing active participation through a structured rewards mechanism, Binance aims to bolster the growth of its early-stage crypto projects and the broader Web3 ecosystem.
