Ethereum News Today: World Liberty Financial Unlocks 20% Presale Tokens on Sept 1

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is set to unlock 20% of its presale token supply on September 1, 2025, as it transitions from a governance-only token to a fully tradable asset on Ethereum [1]. This milestone marks the first time the token will be available for trading, with early buyers in the $0.015 and $0.05 presale rounds able to claim their first allocation of tokens. The remaining 80% will remain locked pending a future governance vote, ensuring a gradual and community-driven release of supply [3].

The presale, which attracted over 85,000 wallets, raised an estimated $550 million to $2.26 billion [5], signaling strong early interest in the project. Futures markets have already priced WLFI between $0.40 and $0.42, implying a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of over $40 billion [2]. While some analysts have speculated that the token could reach $1 post-launch, such projections remain speculative and not based on current fundamentals [5]. The token’s liquidity and market behavior may be volatile given the limited depth of the trading pool.

To manage the token release securely, WLFI introduced the Lockbox, a smart contract audited by Cyfrin, which allows investors to claim their tokens once activated [5]. The Lockbox became available on August 25, giving participants a one-week window to prepare before the official trading launch on September 1. This approach enhances transparency and reduces the risk of technical failures during the unlock event.

WLFI is expected to debut on Ethereum-based decentralized exchanges such as Uniswap, with listings on major centralized exchanges including Binance, Bybit, and OKX anticipated in the near future [5]. Binance Futures has already launched a perpetual contract for WLFIUSDT with up to 5x leverage, offering early speculative exposure to the token [6]. This suggests that institutional and retail traders are actively preparing for the token’s entry into the broader market.

The token’s governance model emphasizes community control, with token holders voting on treasury decisions, unlock schedules, and future developments [4]. In a recent vote, 99.94% of participants approved the transition to tradable status, underscoring strong community support. However, the project’s association with the Trump family has drawn regulatory and political scrutiny, particularly following the introduction of the GENIUS Act, which could impact WLFI’s long-term viability [1].

The staged unlock strategy mirrors broader trends in DeFi, where governance and tokenomics are increasingly aligned with long-term community interests. By delaying the release of the majority of tokens, WLFI aims to prevent early sell pressure and foster a more stable market environment. This approach contrasts with traditional token models that often see rapid liquidity events immediately after launch.

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[1] World Liberty Financial to unlock presale tokens on Sep. 1 (https://crypto.news/world-liberty-financial-unlock-tokens-sept-1-2025/)

[2] Ethereum News Today: World Liberty Financials WLFI ... (https://www.ainvest.com/news/ethereum-news-today-world-liberty-financials-wlfi-token-hits-0-42-25-12-hour-drop-2508/)

[3] Trump Family's World Liberty Financial (WLFI) Token ... (https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/28707319745818)

[4] The WLFI Token Launch: What to Expect on September 1st (https://investx.fr/en/crypto-news/wlfi-token-launch-what-expect-september-1st/)

[5] WLFI token goes live September 1 - What the launch will ... (https://ambcrypto.com/wlfi-token-goes-live-september-1-what-the-launch-will-bring/)

[6] Trump-Related DeFi Platform World Liberty Financial Debuts ... (https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/trump-related-defi-platform-world-173044552.html)