Gate ETF Trading Check-in Phase Three is now live. Why are more and more people starting to pay attention to ETF trading?

In the past few years, ETFs have evolved from a relatively niche trading instrument into an increasingly important way for more users to participate in the market. Compared to traditional spot trading, ETFs can offer higher capital efficiency; compared to futures trading, they do not require users to manage margins themselves or worry about forced liquidation mechanisms. Therefore, whether amplifying trends during a rising market or making directional bets during a falling market, ETFs have gradually formed their own user base.

As ETF products become more diverse, platform activity designs are also beginning to change. Early activities mainly involved simple trading rebates or fee discounts, but now, more and more activities are centered around "trading habits" and "long-term participation." Gate’s latest launch of the "ETF Trading Check-in, Power to Win Gold" Phase 3 is a typical example.

This event combines daily trading, cumulative trading, invitation mechanisms, and the XAUT gold prize pool, aiming to help users gradually establish their trading rhythm during ETF participation.

Why ETFs Are Becoming an Increasingly Popular Trading Tool

In an environment of increased market volatility, traders’ requirements for tools are becoming clearer. On one hand, they want higher capital efficiency; on the other hand, they prefer simple operations that don’t require frequent position or margin management.

ETFs perfectly meet these two needs. Taking Gate ETF as an example, users can buy and sell ETF tokens just like spot trading, while gaining fixed leverage long or short exposure. Users don’t need to add margins or worry about liquidation risks in traditional contracts; the platform maintains leverage levels through an automatic rebalancing mechanism.

This means users can focus more on market trends and trading strategies rather than position management.

Especially as the current market enters a capital rotation phase, more traders are trying to use ETFs to participate in volatility opportunities across different asset types. Whether it’s mainstream cryptocurrencies or hot sectors like gold and energy, ETFs offer more flexible participation options.

Highlights of Gate ETF "Trading Check-in, Power to Win Gold" Phase 3

This event runs from June 15, 2026, 15:00 to June 24, 2026, 15:00 (UTC+8). It is divided into two parts: "Trading Check-in, Win Up to 88 USDT" and "Trading Advancement, Power to Win Gold."

The first part focuses on trading check-ins.

Users who complete their first ETF trade, daily trades, cumulative trades, and invite friends will receive corresponding blind box lottery chances.

Specifically:

• Completing a first ETF trade of 500 USDT grants 1 lottery chance;
• Daily ETF trading of 1,000 USDT grants 1 lottery chance;
• Cumulative ETF trading of 5,000 USDT grants 1 lottery chance;
• Cumulative ETF trading of 15,000 USDT grants 2 lottery chances;
• Every additional 50,000 USDT of cumulative trading grants 3 extra chances, up to a maximum of 5;
• Inviting friends to complete identity verification and their first ETF trade also grants extra lottery chances.

The blind box rewards can reach up to 88 USDT, with daily refreshes of the prize pool, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

From the rules, it’s clear that the activity does not require users to make large one-time trades but emphasizes ongoing participation and habit formation.

How Is This Event Different from Trading Check-ins to the Gold Prize Pool?

If the blind box part emphasizes "participation," then the second part is more like an advanced mechanism designed for active traders. During the event, users can unlock different levels of the XAUT exclusive prize pool based on their cumulative ETF trading volume. The total prize pool is equivalent to 30,000 USDT in XAUT. Rewards are calculated based on trading volume share: Final reward = (individual’s cumulative trading volume ÷ total trading volume of all qualifying users at that level) × level’s prize pool.

Specific levels include:

| Cumulative ETF Trading Volume | XAUT Exclusive Prize Pool | Maximum Reward per Person | | --- | --- | --- | | ≥ 50,000 USDT | 4,000 USDT | 100 USDT | | ≥ 100,000 USDT | 6,000 USDT | 150 USDT | | ≥ 150,000 USDT | 8,000 USDT | 300 USDT | | ≥ 200,000 USDT | 12,000 USDT | 500 USDT |

Note that rewards are settled based on the highest level reached by the user; different tiers do not stack. This design differs from previous reward distributions based solely on rankings. It reduces competitive pressure among users and allows participants with different trading scales to find suitable participation ranges. Additionally, using XAUT as the reward asset links traditional safe-haven assets like gold with ETF trading, increasing the diversity of the reward system.

How Can Different Types of Users Participate in This Event?

For users new to ETFs, the focus of this activity is not on chasing the highest rewards but on building trading habits. Making a first trade of 500 USDT grants a lottery chance, and daily trading thresholds are only 1,000 USDT. Through consistent check-ins, users can gradually familiarize themselves with ETF trading methods, leverage mechanisms, and performance across different market conditions.

For more experienced traders, the focus shifts to cumulative trading volume and the gold prize pool. Since the XAUT pool is calculated based on trading volume share, planning trading rhythm and improving capital efficiency will be key considerations during the event.

The invitation mechanism also offers additional engagement opportunities. Inviting friends to complete identity verification and their first ETF trade can earn extra blind box chances, increasing interaction.

Overall, this activity does not simply encourage "large trades" but aims to meet the needs of beginners, ordinary traders, and high-frequency traders at different levels.

What Should Be Noted When Trading ETFs?

Although ETF operations are similar to spot trading, they are fundamentally leveraged products. Leverage amplifies both gains and risks.

Therefore, before participating in the activity or trading ETFs, users should fully understand the product mechanisms, including leverage multiples, rebalancing mechanisms, and ETF performance characteristics in different market environments. Additionally, users must click "Participate Now" to complete registration and identity verification beforehand. Trading volume is calculated as the sum of buy and sell amounts. Blind box rewards and fee rebate coupons are issued immediately, while XAUT prize pool rewards will be distributed within 14 working days after the event ends. The platform explicitly prohibits malicious volume manipulation, self-trading, wash trading, and other violations.

Thus, maintaining normal trading habits and practicing proper risk management remain the most important principles when participating.

Summary

From trading rebates to check-ins, then to gold prize pools and invitation mechanisms, ETF activities are clearly evolving. Platforms are no longer just distributing rewards simply but are designing tasks to help users develop trading habits and deepen their understanding of ETF products over the long term.

Gate ETF’s "Trading Check-in, Power to Win Gold" Phase 3 exemplifies this trend. For new users, it offers an accessible entry point; for active traders, it provides more advanced opportunities and XAUT gold rewards.

As ETF products and market ecosystems continue to expand, activities that balance trading experience with long-term engagement may become an increasingly important part of the market.

FAQs

• Q1: When does this activity end?
  The event runs from June 15, 2026, 15:00 to June 24, 2026, 15:00 (UTC+8).

• Q2: What is the maximum blind box reward?
  Users can earn blind box lottery chances after completing activity tasks, with a maximum single reward of 88 USDT.

• Q3: What is the total size of the XAUT gold prize pool?
  The total prize pool is set at 30,000 USDT equivalent in XAUT. Users enter corresponding levels based on cumulative trading volume and share the rewards proportionally.

• Q4: How is ETF trading volume calculated?
  Trading volume in the activity is calculated as buy amount + sell amount. For example, buying 5,000 USDT and selling 5,000 USDT results in a total trading volume of 10,000 USDT.

• Q5: What is the difference between ETFs and futures trading?
  ETFs offer fixed leverage long and short products, without requiring users to manage margins or face traditional forced liquidation. However, due to leverage, ETFs still carry market risks, and users should fully understand the product mechanisms before trading.