Gate Contract Points is a points system designed to evaluate how actively users trade contracts on the platform. It does not directly equal an asset, and it cannot be withdrawn or transferred. Instead, it serves as proof of eligibility for airdrop rewards and for redeeming benefits. The Decaying Rewards Pool is one of the redemption mechanisms within the Gate Contract Points system. Gate published the related announcement on March 30, 2026. This feature has now been incorporated into the regular flow of contract points activities. This article will once again introduce its mechanism, point sources, and participation approach.
The Positioning of Gate Contract Points and the Calculation Window
Gate Contract Points are issued daily based on users’ balances in the contract account, traditional financial account, trading volume, and whether they have invited new users. Balance points, trading points, and invitation points are separate channels. Each is calculated for the day and then combined into the total points.
Points are calculated using a rolling 15-day window. The total points users see today represent the cumulative points earned over the past 15 days minus any points already spent in the same period. Each batch of points is valid for 15 days from the time it is issued. Points that remain unused after the deadline automatically expire. When consuming points, the system prioritizes deducting the earliest-to-expire batches. As a result, point balances are always changing dynamically. Maintaining active trading or asset retention continuously helps support a higher points level.
On the Gate Contract Points page, you can see that points for the previous day are updated before 12:00 (UTC+8) each day. In the daily points breakdown, users can check items such as balance, balance points, trading volume, trading points, number of invited new users, invitation points, expired points, and points consumption.
Existing Mechanism of the Decaying Rewards Pool
The core design of the Decaying Rewards Pool is to gradually lower the redemption threshold over time. Each pool has a fixed number of reward slots. Users spend points to participate in the redemption. Once a pool opens, the redemption threshold decreases according to a preset schedule interval. Each drop reduces the threshold by a fixed amount until it reaches the minimum points threshold. Different pools may have different time intervals, decrement amounts, and minimum thresholds; refer to what is shown on the activity page for the specifics.
This mechanism differs from fixed-threshold reward pools. Fixed-threshold pools require users to meet a certain points standard at the time of participation; if you do not have enough points, you cannot redeem. Decaying pools create a waiting window for users with fewer points. As the threshold falls, more users become eligible to participate.
From the pools that have recently ended on the Gate Contract Points page, the lowest points requirement for the Position Experience Voucher is 40, points consumption is 20, and the voucher amount is 100 USDT. For pools such as AAPLG, PONS, and GUSD, the activity shows that points decay applies, with points consumption of 15. The quantity per reward is 0.04 AAPLG, 17 PONS, and 12 GUSD, respectively. These examples show that different pools are not the same in terms of threshold format, points consumption, and reward type.
Participation is straightforward. Go to the contract points activity page, select the corresponding pool, and use points to redeem. The page indicates that, for a more complete operating experience, you should update the app to the latest version. The rules for earning contract points remain unchanged. The platform reserves the final right to interpret the activity rules.
Source: Gate Announcement
How a Dynamic Threshold Improves Your Chances
The main way a dynamic threshold improves redemption chances is by trading time for space. At the beginning of a pool, the threshold is typically higher. Users with sufficient point reserves can participate earlier and complete their redemptions before the slots run out. As time passes, the threshold steps down level by level, giving users with mid-to-low point balances an opportunity to participate in later stages.
For users with higher point balances, early participation helps secure slots. For users with lower point balances, waiting for the threshold to drop can reduce the chance of being unable to redeem due to insufficient points. For users whose points are right on the threshold edge, tracking the decaying pace and remaining slots matters more than focusing only on the initial threshold.
It is also important to note that pool rewards usually use a first-come, first-served mechanism. Meeting the minimum points requirement does not guarantee you will receive a reward. Reward slots, number of participants, and redemption time all affect the final outcome. Before participating, users should check the rules displayed on the page, the remaining slots, and the points consumption per redemption.
Three Ways to Earn Points
Balance points are based on a daily snapshot of account assets. USDT in the contract account, BTC in the contract account, and USDx in the traditional financial account are all converted into dollar value using the exchange rate before being included in the calculation. Daily balance points are awarded as follows: 1 point for balances between $100 and $1,000; 2 points for $1,000 to $10,000; 3 points for $10,000 to $100,000; and 4 points for $100,000 or more. This channel is suitable for users who keep a certain asset balance in their contract account.
Trading points are based on contract trading volume. After you reach 400 USDT in trading volume, you earn 1 point. When trading volume doubles, points increase accordingly. 800 USDT corresponds to 2 points, 1,600 USDT to 3 points, 3,200 USDT to 4 points, 6,400 USDT to 5 points, and so on. Trading volume from both opening and closing positions is included in the statistics. There is no daily cap on trading points. Trading volume from traditional financial products is converted into effective contract trading volume at a rate of 20.00%. For example, if you complete 10,000 USDx of trading in a traditional financial product, the effective trading volume counted is 2,000 USDT.
Invitation points are based on successful invitations. For each new user you invite who participates in the activity, you earn 1 point. You can earn up to 3 invitation points per day. Invitations only count as successful when the invited users collectively earn at least 2 points.
Source: Gate Contract Points
Current Market Data and Points Accumulation Reference
As of September 24, 2026, according to Gate market data, Bitcoin price is $84,458.6, with a 24-hour change of -2.02%. Market cap is $1.73T, market dominance is 55.99%, and market sentiment is neutral. Ethereum price is $2,683.80, with a 24-hour change of -2.52%. Market cap is $332.967B, market dominance is 10.91%, and market sentiment is neutral. GT price is $10.40, with a 24-hour change of -6.22%. Market cap is $1.081B, market dominance is 0.023%, and market sentiment is neutral.
These data can help you understand the asset scale that corresponds to each balance-point range. Using Bitcoin at $84,458.6 as an example: holding about 0.012 BTC is worth about $1,013.50, which places you in the $1,000 to $10,000 range and can yield up to 2 daily balance points. Holding about 0.12 BTC is worth about $10,135.03, which places you in the $10,000 to $100,000 range and can yield up to 3 daily balance points. Using Ethereum at $2,683.80: holding about 0.4 ETH is worth about $1,073.52, yielding up to 2 daily balance points; holding about 4 ETH is worth about $10,735.20, yielding up to 3 daily balance points. Using GT at $10.40: holding about 100 GT is worth about $1,040, yielding up to 2 daily balance points; holding about 1,000 GT is worth about $10,400, yielding up to 3 daily balance points.
The calculations above are only for explaining the relationship between point tiers and asset size. They do not constitute any trading direction or asset allocation advice. Market prices change in real time, and the points snapshot recorded on the Gate platform is the final reference.
Practical Ideas for Participating in Decaying Rewards Pools
Paying attention to the validity period of your points is the prerequisite for participating in decaying rewards pools. Since points use a rolling 15-day window, earlier earned points will expire first. If you plan to participate in a specific pool, you can check the daily points breakdown for points that are approaching expiration, so you don’t lose usable points while waiting for the threshold to fall.
It’s also important to watch the differences in pool rules. Pools may differ in decay intervals, decay amounts, minimum thresholds, and points consumption. Some pools use fixed thresholds, while others label points decay. Before participating, read the page details to confirm the reward quantity, participation requirements, and redemption timing.
For users who want to improve points accumulation efficiency, choose channels based on your trading habits. Users who prioritize asset retention may focus on balance points. Users who trade more frequently may focus on trading points. Users who have access to community invitation resources may focus on invitation points. Since all three channels are calculated independently and then combined into total points, a reasonable combination can help increase your points balance.
Conclusion
Gate Contract Points convert users’ contract trading activity on the platform into quantifiable records through a rolling 15-day window and three channels: balance, trading, and invitation. The Decaying Rewards Pools were introduced on March 30, 2026. They are currently run as an existing redemption mechanism, using dynamic threshold reductions to provide participation windows for users at different points levels. Understanding the point-earning rules, validity periods, and pool differences helps you use this system more clearly. This article is only for explaining the mechanism and does not constitute any investment advice.
FAQs
When were the Decaying Rewards Pools launched?
Gate published an announcement about the Decaying Rewards Pools on March 30, 2026. This feature has been incorporated into the regular redemption mechanism of contract points activities and is not limited to a short-term event. The decay rules for different pools follow what is shown on the activity page.
What is the difference between a Decaying Rewards Pool and a Fixed-Threshold Pool?
A fixed-threshold pool requires you to meet a specific points standard at the time you participate. Once a decaying pool opens, the threshold decreases step by step based on the preset time intervals until it reaches the minimum points threshold. Users with fewer points can wait for the threshold to drop before participating, but reward slots are first-come, first-served.
How can I earn contract points?
Contract points come from three channels: balance points, trading points, and invitation points. Balance points are based on daily account asset snapshots. Trading points are earned at 1 point per every 400 USDT in trading volume, and they increase by doubling. Invitation points can earn up to 3 points per day.
Do contract points expire?
Yes. Contract points use a rolling 15-day window. Each batch of points automatically expires 15 days after it is issued. When the system consumes points, it deducts the earliest-earned points first. Users can check the points that are nearing expiration in the daily points breakdown.
What should I pay attention to when participating in decaying rewards pools?
You need to pay attention to the pool’s minimum points requirement, the decaying schedule, remaining slots, and points consumption amounts. Rewards are typically first-come, first-served, and meeting the condition does not guarantee you will receive a reward. It is recommended that you update the app to version 8.13.0 or above, and follow the rules shown on the activity page.
