CZ-Backed GENIUS Token Release on April 12, 2026
Genius Terminal, the crypto trading platform backed by Changpeng Zhao’s YZi Labs, is stepping into the spotlight as it is gearing up for the release of the GENIUS token. The project has also revealed key details of its Season 1 conclusion, token creation, and airdrop plans.
While the team has released official confirmations, these updates have already sparked widespread speculations. Now, investors and community members are looking into how it could impact the broader crypto market.
Unveiling GENIUS Token Launch Details
The CZ-backed crypto trading platform, Genius, has unveiled plans for the GENIUS token launch. According to the latest reports, the GENIUS token is expected to be released on April 12, 2026. The firm noted, “We are committed to building for the long term and support our users all over the world.”
As part of this event, the firm also intends to raise both airdrop allocations and point values by 50%. This is to boost user participation, potentially influencing the broader market activity.
The platform has also released its official airdrop and points whitepaper. With this development, the team confirms that Season 1 will wrap up on April 12. In an official X post, Genius stated,
“Season 1 Ends April 12th – A GENIUS token will be created before April 12, 2026. We are increasing the allocated airdrop quantity by 50%, increasing the value per point by 50%. We want to bring value back to every user in the Genius ecosystem.”
From today through the end of Season 1, Genius will distribute 10 million GP (Genius Points) each week based on spot trading volume. These points will be allocated retrospectively based on the volume. This system features multiple tiers, ranging from “Smart” to “God.” Higher levels of engagement unlock larger point rewards.
The GP already earned through trading activity will remain unchanged; users can retain the points. This marks a significant shift toward a retrospective reward model, which places a greater emphasis on active trading. The token launch and the airdrop are part of the platform’s broader efforts to encourage trading activity by rewarding active users.
The team has also shared insights on the cash-only referrals. As per the statement, GPs earned through referrals have been reduced and reclaimed to protect everyday users. This is due to the rise of bots exploiting the system. From now on, referrers will earn 35% of the trading fees created by the referred users.
User Participation Jumps, Trading Volume Hits Highs
In line with the potential GENIUS token launch and airdrop allocation, the Genius Terminal has seen a significant spike in trading activity. On Saturday, the platform recorded $787 million in daily volume, marking the highest since launch. Weekly trading volume also surged, reaching $2 billion from the previous week’s $85 million. As per Dune Analytics data, average trading volume per wallet also increased to $82,400. This gains significant attention as the average volume recently dipped to nearly zero.
Meanwhile, the growing popularity of Genius Terminal has placed it as a strong rival to other novel platforms like ASTER. While industry experts highlighted the growing developments surrounding the platform and its token, CZ noted, “Genius is a trading terminal that connects to perp dexes. Not a competitor to Aster.”
