TradFi on crypto exchanges is officially here — and 2026 is starting strong.
Bitget rolled out TradFi early this year after a large beta phase, offering a unified setup where users can trade multiple TradFi instruments (forex, metals like gold, commodities, indices) directly using USDT from the same account they already trade crypto with. The appeal is clear: one app, deep liquidity, high leverage options, and easy access for crypto-native traders who want macro exposure without switching platforms.
#BInance , on the other hand, just introduced TradFi Perpetual Contracts, starting with Gold (XAUUSDT) and Silver (XAGUSDT). These are USDT-settled, 24/7 perpetual futures with no expiry, built in a format that’s already very familiar to crypto traders. It’s a focused, step-by-step rollout — prioritizing core assets like gold as a hedge during market volatility, with more instruments expected over time.
What’s interesting is the contrast in approach. Some exchanges are launching broad, all-in TradFi suites, while Binance is rolling out gradually with high-impact products that fit neatly into its existing perp ecosystem. Both paths point to the same direction: crypto and traditional markets are merging fast, and traders now have more ways to express macro views without leaving USDT.
