On December 1, 2025, Gate launched the 32nd round of its Futures Points Program airdrop, giving users a direct opportunity to claim 10 GUSD.
Just days later, on December 4, the platform rolled out the limited-time "December Miracle Feast" event, featuring a prize pool of up to 100,000 USDT. New users can enjoy an exclusive 1.5x reward boost.
01 Core Concept: Turning Trading Activity into Long-Term Value
Gate’s Futures Points Program is designed to redefine how trading rewards work. Instead of treating actions like opening or closing positions as isolated events, the program transforms them into a mechanism for accumulating long-term value.
Transparency and predictability are at the heart of this system. Points are calculated and distributed automatically, allowing users to clearly trace the origin of every point earned.
Whether you’re a high-frequency trader, a long-term holder, or an active community participant, this framework offers a path to convert everyday interactions into tangible assets.
02 Three Main Ways to Earn Points
The points system is tailored to accommodate various user behaviors, with three primary methods for accumulation. For clarity, the specific rules are summarized below:
| Method | Core Rule | Key Details & Limits |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Volume Rewards | Earn 1 point for every 400 USDT traded | Both opening and closing positions count; no daily cap |
| Asset Balance Snapshot | Fixed points awarded based on daily account asset snapshots | Earn 1 to 4 points daily depending on balance tier; funds in financial accounts excluded |
| Community Invitation Rewards | Invite friends to trade futures and earn points | Earn 1, 2, or 3 points for successfully inviting 1, 2, or 3+ friends, respectively |
For users who hold positions, the system automatically snapshots spot asset balances in unified accounts each day and awards points according to different tiers. This means you can earn rewards simply by holding assets, even if you don’t trade on a given day.
Invitation rewards encourage users to expand the community. Note that an invitation only counts as valid if the invited friend successfully accumulates at least 2 points.
03 Points Utility Guide: Redemption & Rules
Accumulated points can be redeemed directly on the points page for a variety of useful resources to enhance your trading experience. Currently, redeemable items include Cash Tokens, Position Vouchers, and Trial Bonuses.
Gate has announced plans to expand the list of redeemable items, ensuring the long-term value of points.
Before using points, it’s essential to understand the core rules: each point is valid for 15 days from the date of issuance and will expire automatically if unused. The system will always use the points closest to expiration first.
Additionally, this program is primarily for individual traders; institutional accounts and market makers are excluded. Abnormal trading volumes, such as self-trading or wash trading as defined by the platform, are not counted.
04 December Limited-Time Event Overview
As December begins, Gate is launching several overlapping limited-time events centered around futures trading, giving users opportunities to earn extra rewards beyond the regular points program.
First, the 32nd round of the Futures Points Program airdrop kicked off on December 1 at 11:00 UTC. All users can claim airdrop rewards, including 10 GUSD, via the event page.
Meanwhile, the "December Miracle Feast," running from December 4 to December 18, is the month’s highlight. The event features two main activities: Daily Check-In and Trading Leaderboard.
Users can check in each day by completing any futures trade with a volume of at least 5,000 USDT, with a cumulative maximum reward of 260 USDT. Trading USDC futures pairs earns a 1.2x volume multiplier.
For new users, Gate offers an attractive 1.5x exclusive reward boost.
05 Strategy & Outlook: Building a Trading Growth Cycle
With both the regular points program and a variety of limited-time events, a well-planned participation strategy can help maximize rewards. By combining long-term asset allocation with the points system, users can ensure stable daily balance snapshot points as a foundation for earnings.
During December’s limited-time events, you can adjust your trading rhythm—for example, by meeting the daily check-in trading volume requirements while also qualifying for trading volume rewards in the points program, achieving "multiple rewards from a single trade."
Gate’s Futures Points Program demonstrates its commitment to embedding trading activity deeply into the Web3 value ecosystem. It’s more than just a reward mechanism; it’s an attempt to build a "participate, earn, re-engage" growth cycle.
Looking ahead, points may become linked to additional premium benefits and new asset subscription qualifications, further expanding their intrinsic value.
Looking Forward
When you visit Gate’s official Futures Points page, you may find a substantial balance quietly accumulating in your account. These points can be instantly redeemed for cash tokens to offset trading fees or for position vouchers to test new strategies.
As of December 5, the 32nd round of the airdrop is still ongoing, and the 100,000 USDT "December Miracle Feast" prize pool has just opened. With your next trade, beyond your market gains and losses, you’ll add another point to your ever-growing rewards account.
