On the 1st of September 2025, World Liberty’s WLFI token will be listed with an initial unlock of 20% of the allocations, with the remaining 80% subject to a governance vote. Activation of the Lockbox is mandatory to claim the tokens.
World Liberty announces the official launch of its WLFI token in the markets
On September 1, 2025, the WLFI token will officially enter the market. For the first time, investors will be able to freely exchange and transfer this asset born from the heart of a project as ambitious as it is controversial: World Liberty Financial (WLF).
The event is significant. With an initial raise of $550 million, prominent political support, and a launch orchestrated through a unique Lockbox system, WLFI is already one of the most closely watched token generation events (TGE) of the year.
Practical guide: What to do if you already hold WLFI?
If you participated in the presale rounds, here is the schedule and steps to follow to not miss the unlock:
- From August 25th at 6 p.m.: Lockbox activation. Connect your wallet, sign the unlock agreement, and transfer the WLFI to the contract. After this step, your wallet will show a WLFI balance of zero, which is normal.
- September 1 at 2 p.m. (Paris time): Initial unlock opens. You can claim 20% of your allocations purchased at $0.015 and $0.05.
- What’s next? The remaining 80% will be unlocked gradually, following a schedule subject to a governance vote.
👉 Tip: Anticipate network congestion. Activation must be done several days before the unlock, or you risk getting stuck at a crucial moment.
How to trade WLFI at its launch?
Even if you didn’t participate in the presale, several options are available to buy or speculate on WLFI:
- September 1 from 2 p.m.: The first trades are expected to take place on Uniswap.
- Centralized exchanges: Binance, OKX, and BingX have already opened derivative products (perpetuals) and may quickly list the token in spot after the TGE.
- Pre-launch: through Hyperliquid, it’s already possible to long/short WLFI with the 3x perpetual contract launched on August 23rd. Be aware, volatility is higher there, and the risk of liquidation is present.
👉 Tip: Prepare your stablecoins (USDT, USDC) in advance on the right network to not miss the opening if you plan to participate. On DEX, always check the WLFI contract address to avoid fake tokens.
Points to watch for during the listing
- Maximum volatility: The arrival of the 20% allocations mechanically creates selling pressure.
- Indicative price: The secondary market is being built through Hyperliquid, but there’s no guarantee the spot opening price will follow this trend.
- Arbitrage opportunities: Differences may exist between Uniswap, Binance, and Hyperliquid in the first hours.
👉 In summary: Whether you’re an early investor or a new trader, everything hinges on September 1 at 2 p.m. Anticipating, securing, and staying clear-headed against the hype will be your best tools.
A launch under high tension
On August 25, shortly after the Lockbox opened, several Coinbase Wallet users found themselves unable to connect their wallet and sign the unlock agreement. A minor compatibility glitch but with a major red flag effect: over $40 billion in value were potentially at risk.
The correction was swift, but the incident served as a reminder of how vulnerable mass deployments remain. An important reminder for investors: in crypto, even the most audited projects can falter at the worst moment.
The ins and outs of the World Liberty Financial project
Launched in October 2024, WLF presents itself as a DeFi platform built on Ethereum with Aave V3 technology. However, the project has never hidden its political ties. Donald Trump was appointed Chief Crypto Advocate, while Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. took on the roles of “Web3 ambassadors.”
The funding, reserved for accredited investors following SEC rules, has concentrated the tokens: a single wallet holds over 2.7 million WLFI. The result: a distribution that already raises concerns about decentralization.
At the heart of the ecosystem is also USD1, a stablecoin backed by U.S. Treasuries designed to support lending, payments, and cross-chain liquidity, already listed on Coinbase.
First trades and investors’ strategy
As of September 1, 20% of the tokens acquired in the presale rounds at $0.015 and $0.05 can be claimed through the Lockbox. The 80% remaining will be released gradually, according to a schedule subject to community vote.
In terms of markets, Uniswap should be the first DEX to welcome WLFI, while Binance, OKX, and BingX have already opened derivative products in the pre-market. On Hyperliquid, 3x perpetual contracts have allowed speculating on the price of WLFI since August 23, even before its circulation. This early exposure is already attracting billions in volume, a sign of both appetite and extreme volatility risk.
Opportunities and risks surrounding WLFI
The potential is evident: a project with a cash reserve of $1.5 billion, exceptional political visibility, and liquidity guaranteed by leading exchanges. But the threats are just as significant.
- Centralization: 75% of the funds raised have passed through entities linked to the Trump family.
- Regulation: The SEC could quickly reclassify WLFI as a security.
- Volatility: The September unlock could cause massive selling pressure.
- Image: Direct association with the Trump clan divides opinions between political support and ideological rejection.
- Valuation: At current pre-market prices, WLFI is trading at a valuation that could even surpass the undisputed leader in its field, Aave.
A real-world test for DeFi
WLFI embodies a paradox: a project that claims to be “anti-bank” while replicating some traditional system reflexes, such as token concentration, opaque structures, and political branding.
The success or failure of this launch will not only be measured by the price of WLFI but by its ability to establish credible governance in the face of centralization concerns. In any case, this September 1 will mark a key milestone: the deliberate fusion of crypto and U.S. politics once again enters the exchange arena.
