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GATE TRADFI FUTURES FEES CHANGE: LOWER TAKER COSTS FOR VIP10–VIP16

📊 A DIFFERENT FEE STRUCTURE, A BETTER COST ADVANTAGE

Previously, traders using TradFi USDT-M perpetual futures had to follow the existing fee structure. Now, Gate is updating the trading fees, giving higher VIP-level traders access to lower taker fees.

This change is important for people who actively trade traditional financial markets through perpetual futures. Even a small reduction in trading costs can make a difference when orders are placed frequently.

The update focuses mainly on VIP10 to VIP16 traders, while also adjusting selected market maker fees.

📢 THE MAIN CHANGE

Gate has announced updated trading fees for TradFi USDT-M perpetual futures, with the adjustment scheduled for November 5, 2026, between 16:00 and 17:00 (UTC+8).

The most important change is the reduction in base taker fees for VIP10 through VIP16.

A taker order is an order that matches an existing order in the market. When this happens, the trader pays the applicable taker fee.

A maker order works differently. It adds liquidity to the order book by placing an order that waits to be matched.

Understanding this difference helps traders see exactly which part of the fee structure is changing.

✅ PROS: LOWER TAKER FEES FOR HIGHER VIP TIERS

The updated taker fee rates provide a direct cost reduction for eligible higher-tier traders.

VIP10: 0.0200%

VIP11: 0.0184%

VIP12: 0.0168%

VIP13: 0.0152%

VIP14: 0.0144%

VIP15: 0.0120%

VIP16: 0.0096%

These rates give higher VIP participants a lower cost when their taker orders are executed.

For example, a VIP16 trader will have a base taker fee of 0.0096%. This means the trading fee rate is lower than 0.01%.

For traders who regularly open and close positions, understanding these rates is especially important because trading fees can accumulate over multiple transactions.

📉 MARKET MAKERS ALSO GET AN UPDATE

The announcement also includes adjustments for selected market maker levels.

Market makers help provide liquidity by placing orders that other traders can execute.

The updated maker fee rates are:

MM1: -0.0020%

MM2: -0.0030%

The MM0 and MM3 maker fee rates will remain unchanged.

Negative maker fees represent a different fee arrangement from ordinary trading fees. They should not automatically be understood as a guaranteed reward for every trader.

Eligibility and the applicable market maker rules still matter.

⚖️ WHAT REMAINS UNCHANGED?

Not every trader will experience a fee reduction from this update.

There are two important points to understand:

First, VIP0 through VIP9 taker fee rates will remain unchanged.

Second, maker fee rates across all VIP levels will also remain unchanged.

This means the adjustment is targeted rather than a complete reduction across the entire TradFi futures market.

Traders should therefore avoid assuming that every account will receive lower fees after the update.

🔍 CONS: NOT EVERY TRADER BENEFITS EQUALLY

The biggest limitation is that the lower taker rates are concentrated in VIP10 through VIP16.

Traders in VIP0 through VIP9 will not receive a taker fee reduction from this particular adjustment.

Likewise, traders who mainly use maker orders will not see a change to their VIP maker rates.

This makes it important to understand your account level and trading style before calculating the possible savings.

A lower fee does not automatically mean a profitable trade. Market movements, spreads, funding payments and poor entry decisions can still affect the final result.

💡 THE BALANCED VIEW: FEES ARE ONLY ONE PART OF TRADING

Dragonfly Official sees this update as an important reminder that trading costs deserve attention alongside market analysis.

A trader should not choose a position simply because the fee is lower. The quality of the trade, market conditions and risk exposure remain more important.

Consider three things before placing an order:

Check your VIP level and confirm the fee rate that applies to your account.

Understand whether your order will execute as a maker or taker.

Calculate the total trading cost, including applicable fees and funding payments, before opening a position.

Remember that USDT-M means the contract uses USDT as its margin and settlement currency. Perpetual futures do not have a traditional expiry date, but they still carry substantial market risk.

The amount of leverage used can also increase the impact of price movements on your account.

📌 A SMARTER APPROACH TO TRADING COSTS

This adjustment makes the TradFi USDT-M perpetual futures fee structure more favorable for selected higher VIP tiers.

However, the real benefit depends on the trader's VIP level, order type and trading activity.

For beginners, the most useful lesson is simple: never look at trading fees in isolation. Understand the complete cost before committing capital.

Dragonfly Official takeaway: Lower fees can improve trading efficiency, but smart decisions, careful calculations and disciplined risk management remain the real foundation of successful trading.