Ethereum News Today: World Liberty Financials WLFI Token Hits $0.42 After 25% 12-Hour Drop

World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token is set to deploy on the Ethereum mainnet on September 1, 2025, enabling the first public trading and transfers of the token. The launch follows an initial sale in which early investors acquired tokens at $0.015 and $0.05 apiece. On the launch date, these investors will receive a 20% unlock of their allocated tokens, with the remaining 80% to be distributed over time through a community-driven voting mechanism [1]. This phased release is intended to maintain long-term alignment between the project and its investors while preventing market saturation [2].

To ensure security and transparency, the LFI Lockbox smart contract has been fully audited by Cyfrin, a reputable smart contract audit firm. The Lockbox will manage token unlocks and claims, ensuring that all transactions are conducted in a secure and verifiable manner. Before claiming tokens, users must activate their Lockbox contracts, a process that transfers tokens from the WLFI account to the Lockbox. Upon activation, wallet balances will show as zero, a normal outcome of the process [3]. Activation is limited to compliant wallets, and users must accept terms and certifications to proceed. The firm has also emphasized that users should only use official links and must never share private keys or seed phrases [4].

The token is expected to begin trading on both decentralized (DEXs) and centralized exchanges (CEXs) shortly after launch, though specific partner platforms have yet to be disclosed. The Lockbox activation window opened on August 25, 2025, allowing users one week to prepare for the token’s public release [5]. This staged rollout aims to ensure a smooth and secure transition for early investors while also giving the broader market time to assess the token’s potential.

Notably, the WLFI token is distinct from World Liberty Financial’s earlier fundraising rounds. Unlike traditional equity or debt instruments, WLFI does not confer ownership or guaranteed returns. Instead, its value is tied to market demand and broader investor sentiment. Critics have pointed out that 75% of the token’s sale proceeds will return to the company, raising questions about the financial incentives for token holders [6]. However, the firm has positioned WLFI as a decentralized financial product aligned with Ethereum’s infrastructure and broader blockchain trends [7].

The token’s volatility has already been evident, with a reported 25% drop in a 12-hour period, currently trading at $0.42. This fluctuation underscores the risks associated with early-stage crypto assets and highlights the importance of community governance and strategic direction in determining the token’s long-term performance. Analysts suggest that WLFI’s success will depend heavily on how the market receives the token and the extent of ongoing support from its backers [8].

Source:

[1] https://www.livebitcoinnews.com/world-liberty-financials-wlfi-token-drops-on-ethereum-sept-1-what-early-backers-need-to-know/

[2] https://investx.fr/en/crypto-news/wlfi-token-launch-what-expect-september-1st/

[3] https://www.cryptotimes.io/2025/08/24/trump-backed-wlfi-to-unlock-5-of-tokens-worth-40b-on-sept-1/

[4] https://www.cryptopolitan.com/trumps-latest-money-grab-leaves-base-broke/

[5] https://www.theblockbeats.info/en/flash/308904

[6] https://holder.io/news/wlfi-token-launch-eth-mainnet/

[7] https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/bingx-wlfi-pre-market-trading-live-25x-leverage-sept-1?srsltid=AfmBOorHcx5MNYsr37fG8zAPwgwpVjuSxEUDKj0gYKtXt-CK3h23F9pm

[8] https://coincentral.com/trump-linked-wlfi-token-hits-0-42-as-early-unlock-plans-move-forward/