Bitget Executes Initial Burn of 40% of Its Native BGB Token, Unveils Quarterly Burn Mechanism

Bitget, a prominent player in the cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 space, has achieved a significant milestone by executing the initial burn of its native Bitget Token (BGB), resulting in a remarkable 40% reduction in total supply.

Cryptocurrency exchange Bitget has executed the initial burn of its native Bitget Token (BGB), slashing the total supply by an impressive 40%. In a move that aligns with industry trends to bolster token value and scarcity, Bitget burned 800 million BGB tokens, reducing the total supply from 2 billion to 1.2 billion tokens. The tokens were sent to a burn address, effectively removing them from circulation.

Of the burned tokens, 19% were deducted from the core team's holdings, while the remaining 21% comprised tokens from the circulating supply and extra reserves held by the core team. This burn marks a significant step in Bitget's strategy to enhance the value of BGB and benefit token holders.

Furthermore, Bitget has announced a quarterly BGB burn mechanism that will commence in 2025. This strategy will allocate 20% of quarterly profits, generated from exchange and wallet activities, towards repurchasing and burning BGB tokens.

The revenue streams for this mechanism include transaction fees from spot, futures, and margin trading on the Bitget exchange. Additionally, earnings from swaps, futures, and NFT trading within the Bitget Wallet will also contribute to the burn initiative.

"This initial burn, with a substantial contribution from the core team's holdings, exemplifies our belief in achieving success by aligning with the interests of our community. With the reduction in supply, BGB signifies the foundation of a stronger and more resilient ecosystem that benefits all stakeholders," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget.

The buyback and burn mechanism will be executed every quarter, typically concluding at the beginning of the following quarter. Following each buyback, the acquired BGB tokens will be permanently removed from circulation by being directed to a burn address.

To ensure transparency, Bitget will disclose the precise amount burned and provide on-chain records after each burn event. This initiative underscores Bitget's commitment to amplifying the utility and value of BGB within its ecosystem. By strategically reducing the token supply, Bitget aims to foster a more resilient and sustainable ecosystem for its users and stakeholders.