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Young Platform and Young Platform Pro Commissions Update

Young Platform Exchange Fees Update

Starting on 4 March 2024, we will introduce significant updates to our commission model to enhance our users’ trading experience. These changes will make Young Platform more competitive and attractive to traders and investors.

These updates were introduced following a survey extended to the entire community, whom we warmly thank for their suggestions and feedback. 

Recognising the sensitivity of this topic, we have adopted an approach centred on transparency and valuing direct benefits to our users. To completely understand these updates, please consult our detailed commission page of Exchange Base and Exchange Pro and review the Terms and Conditions.

Young Platform 

Commissions for Euro-Crypto exchanges

The update of commission rates on Euro-Crypto transactions aims to maximise the yield of cryptocurrency buying and selling transactions by moving to a hybrid model with fixed and variable commissions. 

Introducing a fixed and variable structure aims to enhance users with amounts over €100, who comprise the majority of our community.  

Therefore, the variable calculation on buying and selling transactions from Euro to Crypto and vice versa was integrated, making exchanges with more significant amounts more convenient. 

Commissions for Crypto-Crypto and Euro-YNG exchanges

The fees for conversion from one cryptocurrency to another (Crypto-Crypto) and for trading the Young Token (YNG) remain unchanged, as shown in the table below.

Money Boxes 

Your dedication to gradually growing your crypto portfolio is something we deeply admire. That is why we keep the fees for recurring piggy bank purchases unchanged, making regular savings worthwhile, even for small amounts.

Young Platform Pro 

We revolutionised our commission model for Young Platform Pro from a fixed fee structure (0.2%) to a fully variable one for maker-and-taker trades. This innovation is designed to meet the needs of advanced traders, offering more favourable conditions for those trading with significant volumes.

The determination of the commission rate is based on a 30-day assessment period, during which commissions are calculated according to the trading volumes realised. The calculation is performed every day at 00:00 UTC. This implies that the adjustment of fees always occurs concerning the volumes traded in the previous thirty days.

Same Club, same benefits!

Enjoy club discounts on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro: the exact discount percentages will be applied to the new commission model. 

Fee discounts are applied to all buy and sell orders. If these orders are executed on the Pro Platform, the discount is applied up to a maximum of €50,000 volume in the last 30 days. Standard buy and sell commissions will apply if the maximum is exceeded in this timeframe. These can be found on the Commissions and Prices page.

Unlocking Commission Discounts: More Ways to Save

Invite a Friend 

Our ‘Invite a Friend’ programme is an unmissable opportunity to benefit from commission discounts. Inviting friends to join our platform, you both get a 10€ discount applicable on purchases, sales and conversions.

Joining a Club 

Joining a club offers significant advantages on commissions and access to an exclusive package of discounts on additional services, allowing you to customise your experience in the crypto world according to your preferences.

N.B. fee discounts are applied to all buy and sell orders. If these orders are executed on the Pro Platform, the discount is applied up to a maximum of €50,000 volume in the last 30 days. Standard buy and sell commissions will apply if the maximum is exceeded in this timeframe. These can be found on the Commissions and Prices page.


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Stamp duty on cryptocurrencies 2024

Stamp duty on cryptocurrencies 2024

Following the new Budget Law 2023, stamp duty was introduced on Young Platform.

Young Platform has updated its Terms and Conditions, introducing new rules regarding stamp duty for its users. This update has been introduced in compliance with the Italian Budget Law 2023, particularly with circular number 30/E of the Agenzia delle Entrate having as its subject “Tax treatment of crypto-assets. Article 1, paragraphs 126 to 147, of Law No. 197 of 29 December 2022′.

As an ‘other financial operator’, Young Platform must charge stamp duty to its users for anti-money laundering regulations and tax monitoring obligations (Article 1(1) of DL 167/1990).

This tax is equal to 0.2 per cent of the value of the cryptocurrencies held by the user on 31 December of the taxable year. Let’s look at stamp duty, who is responsible for paying it, and how it can be paid.

1. Definition of Stamp Duty

Stamp duty is an indirect tax that applies to certain economic transactions as a sign of the taxpayer’s financial capacity. In practice, this tax affects transactions that indicate a specific economic availability, such as the transfer or consumption of goods and services and financial instruments. Until 2022, cryptocurrencies were exempt from this type of tax. However, with the introduction of Act No. 197 of 27 December 2022, the situation changed: now, those who own cryptocurrencies have to pay stamp duty.

2. Who is liable to pay Stamp Duty

Regardless of their tax residence, all cryptocurrency holders are now subject to the stamp duty obligation. This obligation applies irrespective of the exchange used to hold one’s cryptocurrencies.  

3. Calculation of the tax base

The taxable base for stamp duty is 0.2% of the value of cryptocurrency assets held at the end of each calendar year. It is, therefore, calculated by multiplying the value of cryptocurrencies held on 31 December of the relevant year by the 0.2% rate. If the computed tax is less than 1 euro, the applicable tax will still equal this amount (1 euro) under Article 3, paragraph 3 Presidential Decree 642/72. 

It is reported in section 3.7.3 of the Revenue Agency’s circular that explains how the tax value is calculated:

The tax base consists of the value corresponding to the value of the crypto-assets at the end of each calendar year, as recorded by the exchange platform where the purchase thereof was made. Should it not be possible to ascertain the value on the 31st of December of the reference year from the platform where the crypto-asset was originally purchased, such value may be ascertained from a similar platform where the same crypto-assets are tradeable or from specialised sites in the detection of their market values. In the absence of the aforementioned value, reference should be made to the purchase cost of the crypto-assets. If the crypto-assets are no longer held as of the date of the 31st of December, reference should be made to the value ascertained at the end of the holding period. As provided by paragraph 19 of article 19 of the decree law no. 201 of 2011, the tax is due in proportion to the days of holding and the share of ownership in the case of jointly held crypto assets.

4. How much do I have to pay for the tax?

The tax is calculated automatically by the platform. You can find the details under ‘Profile’ > ‘Payments and Gift Cards’ > ‘Stamp Duty’. 

5. By when must stamp duty be paid?

On Young Platform, the balance must be paid by 1 April of the year following the end of the tax period, i.e. by 1 April 2024 for the tax relating to 2023.

6. How is stamp duty paid?

In the specific case of Young Platform, the stamp duty will be automatically calculated and deducted from the user’s Euro Wallet as of 21/02/2024 against adequate liquidity to meet the relevant tax liability. 

Consequently, for all users who, as of 21 February 2024, did not have enough liquidity in the Euro Wallet of their Young Platform account, the charge will be made at the first useful transaction. It will be sufficient to deposit into your account via one of the following payment methods:

  • Credit, debit or prepaid card.
  • Bank transfer.
  • Converting cryptocurrencies into fiat currency.

7. Where can I find details of the tax payment?

In the Euro Wallet section, under ‘History’, there will be an entry ‘Stamp Duty’. By clicking on it, it will be possible to view the details of the transaction:

  • Transaction ID
  • Reasons under “Notes” 
  • Date of execution
  • Status

8. How often does one have to pay stamp duty? 

Stamp duty must be paid annually, due by April. The amount to be paid is based on the value of cryptocurrencies held on 31 December of the previous tax year.

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NEAR, SEI, STRK and SUI arrive on Young Platform

NEAR, SEI, STRK and SUI available on Young Platform

You can now buy four new cryptos on Young Platform: find out all about NEAR (NEAR), Sei (SEI), Starknet (STRK) and Sui (SUI) 

You can now buy and sell NEAR, SEI, STRK and SUI on Young Platform! Deposits and withdrawals are not available for Sei (SEI), Starknet (STRK) and Sui (SUI), while are available for NEAR (NEAR). For more information, please read our Terms and Conditions.

Find out how these innovative protocols work to decide if they are right for you!

NEAR (NEAR)

NEAR is an environmentally sustainable, scalable, fast and decentralised user-friendly Layer 

1 blockchain. This network, made secure by a Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism, uses sharding. This means that its blocks are divided into smaller ‘chunks’ so that each validator node has to handle a smaller amount of data.

Sei (SEI)

Sei is a Layer 1 blockchain built on Cosmos that focuses on decentralised trading, NFTs and gaming. The protocol’s slogan, ‘The fastest Layer 1 for trading’, sums up the main peculiarities of this network: speed and scalability, which it achieves thanks to an innovative Proof-of-Stake ‘Twin-Turbo’ consensus mechanism.

Starknet (STRK) and what do you need to know?

Starknet is an Ethereum scalability solution using zero-knowledge rollup technology. In particular, this network uses zk-STARK cryptographic proofs to make the network competitive in terms of scalability, speed and security. These proofs group transactions in batches or ‘batches’, allowing them to occupy much less space and lower transaction fees.

Sui (SUI)

Finally, Sui is a fast and scalable Layer 1 blockchain made secure by the Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism. To programme its smart contracts, developers use Move. This programming language was created by the same team responsible for developing Libra, the cryptocurrency Meta (formerly Facebook) designed that never saw the light of day. The consensus mechanism, consisting of the Narwhal, Bullshark and Tusk protocols, allows processing up to 120,000 transactions per second.

How to use NEAR, SEI, STRK and SUI on Young Platform

Here are all the features available for NEAR (NEAR), Sei (SEI), Starknet (STRK) and Sui (SUI) on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro:

  • Buying and selling with EUR
  • Recurring purchase
  • Creating a Single Currency or Customised Money Box

Warning. These cryptocurrencies can only be bought and sold but not withdrawn or deposited by and on Young Platform.

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INJ, DYM and FET arrive on Young Platform

You can now buy three new cryptos on Young Platform: find out all about Injective (INJ), Dymension (DYM) and Fetch.ai (FET)! 

Now you can trade INJ, DYM and FET on Young Platform, but deposits and withdrawals are not available. For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.

Find out how these innovative protocols work to decide if they are right for you!

Injective (INJ), Dymension (DYM) and Fetch.ai (FET) what do you need to know?

Injective is a Layer 1 blockchain built on the Cosmos ecosystem specifically for decentralised finance platforms. The Injective network allows for a high volume of transactions per second at meager fees, and sometimes even without any fees, thanks to the relay service offered by the API nodes in this network.

Fetch is a platform that combines two cutting-edge technologies – artificial intelligence (AI) and blockchain. The platform’s key product is Autonomous Economic Agents (AEAs), which are capable of programming themselves to fulfil specific needs. Like AI chatbots such as Chat GPT, AEAs analyse real-time data and context and act accordingly to achieve a goal.

Introducing Dymension, a new Layer 1 blockchain created on Cosmos. Its primary goal is to become a leading modular ecosystem for developing decentralised applications. The future RollApps that will be integrated into Dymension are neither dapp nor real blockchains. They are unique in that they are exceptionally easy to develop. It’s worth noting that RollApps should not be confused with Rollups, which are Layer 2 scalability solutions.

How to use INJ, DYM and FET on Young Platform

Here are all the features available for Injective (INJ), Dymension (DYM) and Fetch.ai (FET) on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro:

  • Buying and selling with EUR
  • Recurring purchase
  • Creating a Single Currency or Customised Money Box

Warning: These cryptocurrencies can only be traded on Young Platform, but cannot be deposited or withdrawn.

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Flare airdrop (FLR) arrives for Young Platform users

You can now buy Flare (FLR) on Young Platform. If you were eligible for its airdrop, check your wallet!

You can now buy, sell and store FLRs on Young Platform! The good news, however, does not end there. 

An airdrop is also coming/coming for users who held Ripple (XRP) in December 2020. Here’s what Flare (FLR) is, everything you need to know about the free distribution of this token and how it fits in the context of the benefits provided to our Club members.

Flare: all you need to know

Flare is a Layer 1 Proof-of-Stake blockchain that aims at interoperability, a key component for projects that intend to communicate with decentralised applications (dapp) and protocols built on other blockchains. 

Its primary use case has to do with this very feature. As stated in its whitepaper, published in August 2020, the mission was to enable the development of smart contracts on networks that needed to be prepared to receive them.

Flare’s blockchain, which before the release of the second version was called Spark, has always been closely linked to Ripple and, in particular, to the XRP Ledger, as evidenced by the airdrop dedicated to cryptocurrency holders of the same name.

How to use FLR on Young Platform

Here are all the features available for Flare(FLR) on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro:

  • Buying and selling with EUR
  • Recurring purchase
  • Creating a Single Currency or Customised Money Box

FLR’s airdrop: who gets it?

Young will distribute the Flare token (FLR) to all users who own Ripple (XRP) in their wallet on 12 December 2020, 00:00 UTC. The number of Spark tokens that each user will receive depends on the amount of XRP held and will be calculated according to the following formula:

User A = Amount of XRP held by User A at the time of airdrop / Total XRP held by Young at the time of airdrop * Total FLR received by Young for the Airdrop.

Finally, Club members will be pleased to learn that the ‘airdrop reward’ advantage applies to this free distribution of tokens. This means that these users will receive progressively more tokens depending on which Club they belong to:

  • Club Bronze +10%;
  • Club Silver +15%;
  • Club Gold +20%;
  • Club Platinum +25%.
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The ultimate guide to Base airdrop

The ultimate guide to Base airdrop

Despite earlier announcements by the team at the launch of the blockchain, Base’s airdrop might be just around the corner. Base, the Layer 2 developed by Coinbase, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, might reward its network users in the coming months.

A few months ago, the same team said they would not launch a token. However, the situation appears reversed, given the recent shift in the relationship between the exchange and U.S. regulatory bodies. Learn about the potential Base airdrop, Ethereum’s Layer 2, developed by Coinbase.

What is Base, Coinbase’s Blockchain?

Base is an Ethereum Layer 2 developed by the world’s leading crypto company, Coinbase. Available in over 100 countries for several years, the exchange offers a wide range of products to an equally broad customer base (about 7.3 million) and manages approximately $130 billion in assets on its platform.

This network is built using Optimism’s development stack, which is similar to the current second most famous Ethereum scalability solution. It utilises optimistic roll-up technology to allow users to process transactions quickly and cheaply and is compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM).

How to Qualify for Base’s Airdrop?

Neither the Base team nor Coinbase has confirmed the arrival of the Layer 2 token, so the existence of a future Base airdrop is not particular. Contrarily, they specified the opposite in the months before the mainnet launch. However, after statements by Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer (CLO) of Coinbase, many are more optimistic and believe that this free token distribution is imminent.

It’s important to note that it’s usually too late to qualify when a protocol announces an airdrop. Therefore, starting early is almost always mandatory, even if its arrival isn’t sure.

Since we don’t know if Base’s airdrop will occur, the requirements to receive it remain a mystery until the possible announcement of the free distribution. However, we can speculate based on past airdrops, which almost always rewarded frequent interactions with a particular protocol and the volume of crypto traded.

Practical Guide to Base’s Airdrop

Assuming Base’s airdrop is on the horizon, let’s explore the most likely steps to qualify.

  1. Access to a Decentralized Crypto Wallet and Network Integration

To receive Base’s airdrop, you must act on-chain directly on Ethereum’s Layer 2. First, you need a decentralised wallet and add Coinbase’s blockchain. Several wallets support it, notably Metamask and Coinbase Wallet, the decentralised wallet developed by the exchange.

To add the Base blockchain to your Metamask, consult the official documentation of Layer 2 and enter the necessary data. For convenience, here are the details below, but be aware that the RPC address might change over time, so always check Base’s official website.

– Name: Base Mainnet

– Description: The public mainnet for Base

– RPC Endpoint: https://mainnet.base.org

– Chain ID: 8453

– Currency Symbol: ETH

– Block Explorer: https://basescan.org

  1. Purchase Ethereum on Young Platform and Withdraw

Base, as mentioned, is an Ethereum scalability solution, so if you want to qualify for the airdrop, you need to own some Ether. This will enable you to use the dapps and process the necessary transactions to qualify for the distribution. You can use Young Platform by clicking this button if you don’t own any.

Buy ETH!

To transfer your ETH from your Young Platform account to your decentralised wallet, follow this guide. Remember, it’s essential to withdraw the ETH you want to use through the Ethereum network.

  1. Reach Base through an Official Bridge

The best way to reach Base is through the official bridge. Using it could be one of the essential requirements to qualify for free token distribution. To transfer your Ethereum (ETH) to Base, simply connect your wallet, select the amount you want to send, confirm, and approve the transaction.

  1. Utilise dapps on the Blockchain

Once your ETH has reached its destination, you should start interacting with the decentralised applications (dapps) on Layer 2 to qualify for the potential Base airdrop. Decide how to proceed based on the amount of ETH you intend to use (necessary to cover the gas fees, which are relatively low due to the high scalability of this network).

The most popular strategy for “airdrop hunting” involves making swaps between tokens available on the blockchain, using native decentralised exchanges (DEX) if possible – specifically created for that network. The most famous on Base are Aerodrome and BaseSwap, but you can check Defillama’s dedicated page to discover all the most used dapps on the network.

If you’re feeling adventurous, you can explore more advanced protocols like yield farming. Lastly, you could use one of the most popular platforms exclusively on Base, such as Friend Tech, the most famous example of socialFi.

4. Regular Use of the Blockchain

Finally, the frequency of your interaction with this network might be necessary for receiving the Base airdrop if it happens. Past free token distributions have rewarded users who regularly interacted with the network.

Therefore, it’s advisable to repeat the actions described in the previous steps over time. Another criterion the Coinbase team might consider is the variety of dapps used. To meet this requirement, connect your wallet and carry out operations on different platforms of Layer 2.

Should it be confirmed, you’ve just read the likely fundamental requirements to receive the Base airdrop.

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Discover Celestia (TIA), the new crypto on Young Platform!

Celestia (TIA) now available on Young Platform

You can now buy, sell, and hold TIA on Young Platform! Learn about this innovative project and the purpose of its token!

Celestia: everything you need to know  

Celestia is a distinct modular blockchain infrastructure designed to enhance the scalability and flexibility of networks developed on it.

TIA serves a dual purpose as both a utility and governance token. It’s essential for paying fees on the network and the Layer 2 platforms that will be developed in the upcoming months, and it’s also vital for participating in protocol governance votes.

The project, launched in October 2023, began with its prototype in 2019. The founding team includes Mustafa Al-Bassam, CEO and co-founder of Chainspace (acquired by Meta), Ismail Khoffi, John Adler, and Nick White. Celestia raised $55 million across two distinct funding rounds, earning it the status of a unicorn startup (valued at over $1 billion). Its venture capital supporters include prominent names like Coinbase Ventures, Jump Crypto, Placeholder, Galaxy, and Delphi Digital.

Interested in Learning More?  

Delve deeper into Celestia in the Academy.

How to Use TIA on Young Platform  

Explore the full range of features for Celestia (TIA) available on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro:

  • Buy and sell with EUR
  • Set up recurring purchases
  • Deposit from another wallet or send via the Celestia network
  • Create a single currency or a customised Moneybox
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Buying Render (RNDR) is available now!

Render Network (RNDR) available on Young Platform

Starting today, you can buy a new cryptocurrency on Young Platform: learn about Render (RNDR)!

From now on, you can buy, sell, and store RNDR on Young Platform! Learn how this innovative project works and what the token is used for to decide if it’s right for you!

Render: everything you need to know

Render Network is a unique protocol in its field, as well as one of the fastest-growing blockchain platforms currently.

It is built on Ethereum and leverages blockchain technology to democratise access to the necessary resources, predominantly graphics cards (GPU), for content rendering.

RNDR serves both as a utility and a governance token: it is essential for accessing the platform’s decentralised rendering service as well as for participating in voting on the future of the protocol.

The project, created in 2017 by Jules Urbach, then CEO of OTOY, a company specialising in rendering and computer graphics, stems from an ambitious idea: to use blockchain technology to revolutionise graphic rendering.

Want to learn more? Dive deeper into Render Network on Academy!

How to use RNDR on Young Platform

Here are all the features available for Render (RNDR) on Young Platform and Young Platform Pro:

  • Buying and selling with EUR
  • Recurring purchase
  • Deposit from another wallet or send through the Ethereum network
  • Creating a Single Currency or Custom Moneybox
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Step 3.0: A New Journey Begins!

Step’s evolution into a crypto game continues: discover the new Hub and Journey, with new challenges and lessons

Last summer we introduced the first elements of Step 3.0: levels, profile and experience points.

Today the crypto game takes another important evolutionary step. In a nutshell, in the Home you will find a guided path to discover cryptos (and more). But let’s go step by step, and delve into all the new features.

The Journey

You will find an entirely new Home, which will guide you through the blockchain maze, showing you the way. 

You will be the protagonist of a futuristic journey, for which you only need two things: a great deal of curiosity… and downloading the Step update!

You will be teleported on a path that is first gentle and then gradually more challenging: you will start as a Newbie, then become Analyst and finally Master. 

During this adventure you will develop various skills and habits such as walking, analysing markets and acquiring new knowledge.

It doesn’t matter if you already know Web3 like the back of your hand, or if you’ve never heard of it, in the ‘Education’ challenges you will find both the basics and trivia and insights into crypto. All of this, in highly digestible pills.

Missions

On the way, you will meet a robot who will reveal a secret to you: if you take a little detour, you can accumulate extra XP and YNG. Just follow the signs for Missions.

You may have already used them, in fact they have been live for quite some time now, but we have not yet given them the recognition they deserve. On the other hand, the Step community has appreciated them very much and we are very happy about that.

For those unfamiliar with them, they are events lasting a few weeks, which allow you to win YNG if you complete all the required Quests. 

Try them, we’re sure you’ll enjoy them. It’s not over yet, continue below to find out how we rearranged Step.

Hub and navigation

We have not forgotten about seasonal cleaning and renovation: user experience is crucial and we always keep an eye on it. 

Thus the Step sections became three, making the app more essential, but at the same time richer.

  • The Home section is dedicated to the Journey, and there you will always find your personal achievements and profile.
  • Missing the old features? You can find them all in the Hub. Here you can redeem steps, make forecasts and complete Quests also outside the Journey, in the order you want.
  • On the right hand side you will find ‘Explore‘, where you can read and view lots of new content by endlessly scrolling. Read market news, watch in-depth videos, or brush up on theory.

That’s all for now. In the meantime, we are excited to hear what you think of these new features. For our part, we will never stop improving Step by following the advice of the community and will accept all kinds of comments. 

The real journey? Building Step together, so that it may stay the most effective and fun way to learn about cryptocurrencies! 

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Multinetwork: transfer your cryptos conveniently

Send your cryptos via your preferred blockchain, to and from Young Platform with the Multinetwork

For some time now, many people in the community have been asking us to introduce the possibility of withdrawing and depositing crypto via different networks, such as Layer-2s. Here’s what it means and the perks of the Multinetwork feature!

What are networks?

During your journey in the crypto market, you might want to use a wallet or a DeFi application. 

To add cryptocurrencies to these wallets and use these apps, however, you will have to go through an exchange to convert euros into crypto.

Or, at some point, you might want to transfer the tokens you got from these applications to Young Platform, so you can convert them, or keep them to simplify your funds management.

To transfer crypto from Young Platform to other crypto applications and vice versa, you’ll go through the network of a blockchain.

And here is the heart of the matter: which blockchain to use?

Each cryptocurrency, in fact, is supported by different blockchains (and networks): BTC can mainly be transferred via the Bitcoin network, ETH via Ethereum and so on.

Over time, however, several increasingly fast and convenient blockchains have emerged, especially for transferring Ethereum’s native cryptocurrencies. Layer-2s such as Arbitrum, Optimism and Polygon have allowed ETH and all ERC-20 tokens to circulate in a scalable and efficient manner.

Therefore, in many crypto applications you will find the possibility of using different blockchain networks. Now you can do this on Young Platform too!

Which new networks are supported?

In this first round, the new networks only concern ETH, USDC and USDT, the most widely used cryptos in DeFi. New ones will be added in the future.

Here are the new networks supported for withdrawals and deposits:

ETH

  • Arbitrum
  • Optimism
  • BSC

USDT

  • Polygon
  • Tron
  • Arbitrum
  • Optimism
  • BSC

USDC

  • Polygon
  • Arbitrum
  • Optimism

The complete list of networks can be found on the Prices and Fees page, while guides on how to withdraw and deposit are available on our Support Portal.

Take advantage of the Multinetwork to transfer your cryptos in the fastest and cheapest way!

Warning: cryptocurrency transfers sent on the wrong network, or to the wrong wallet, or without a memo/tag may not be recoverable.