Exchange Token
An exchange token is issued by a trading platform to offer benefits such as fee discounts, rewards, access, or governance.
- Also known as
- Utility Token (Exchange)
Exchange tokens tie some user benefits to a trading platform's ecosystem. Common utilities include fee rebates, tiered account perks, staking rewards, launchpad access, or governance-like votes.
Risks include regulatory scrutiny, changing token economics, platform dependence, custodial exposure, and conflicts of interest. Token value often depends on the exchange's activity and reputation.
Related terms
3 linkedExplore connected entries beyond the alphabetical index.
Cryptocurrency Exchange
→A cryptocurrency exchange is a platform for buying, selling, or trading digital assets through crypto or fiat markets.
Token
→A digital asset issued on an existing blockchain, often representing value, rights, access, or unique ownership.
Centralized Exchange (CEX)
→A custodial platform that matches orders and holds user funds.
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