WLFI Token Lockbox Unlock Goes Live: Traders Prepare for Market Volatility Ahead of Trading

World Liberty Financial has activated the Lockbox contract for WLFI token unlocks. Presale holders can claim 20% of their allocation from September 1, with the remaining 80% unlocking based on community governance votes. The token will be listed on several exchanges, and stablecoin USD1 from the same ecosystem is already live on Kraken. Traders should be cautious of sharp liquidity spikes and sentiment swings, and only use official links for Lockbox interactions.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has activated the Lockbox contract, setting the stage for a significant token unlock event. The presale holders will be able to claim 20% of their allocation starting September 1, with the remaining 80% to be governed by community votes. This unlock marks a pivotal moment for the project, which aims to enhance the global role of the U.S. dollar through stablecoins and decentralized applications.

According to Wu blockchain data, around 1.627 billion WLFI tokens, equivalent to 16.27% of the total supply, have been transferred to the Lockbox contract [1]. The total locked value is approximately $483 million, reflecting growing trust and commitment from the WLFI community. The Lockbox feature page is now live, offering full transparency and user controls for the unlock process.

The token unlock timing is set for 20% of presale and eligible tokens to become claimable at 8:00 a.m. ET, September 1, 2025 [1]. The remaining 80% will be released based on future community governance votes, allowing holders to influence how supply reaches the market. The Lockbox contract has undergone a comprehensive audit by Cyfrin, ensuring the safety of funds and systemic integrity [1].

As anticipation builds, WLFI traded at a contract price of $0.297 heading into the unlock, with IOU prices on secondary markets reaching as high as $0.56–$0.57, reflecting robust speculative demand [1]. Some analysts suggest initial volatility is likely, as early supporters take profits, but the community-driven unlock and heavy security emphasis are seen as stabilizing forces.

Bitget, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced pre-market trading for WLFI, offering WLFI/USDT pairs with Coin or USDT settlement options [2]. This pre-market trading initiative allows users to engage in transactions with WLFI prior to its official listing on the exchange’s spot market. The trading window opened on August 23, 2025, at 14:00 UTC, with the exact end time and spot trading commencement to be announced separately.

World Liberty Financial aims to bridge traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) through its WLFI token and USD1 stablecoin, which is already live on Kraken [3]. The token will serve as a governance token for the platform, allowing holders to participate in decision-making processes. The project has attracted significant attention due to its association with Donald Trump and his family.

Major crypto exchanges, including Kraken, KuCoin, and HTX, have confirmed plans to list WLFI on September 1 [3]. Early WLFI investors can unlock 20% of their holdings on launch, with the rest governed by community-driven smart contracts. HTX was the first to confirm WLFI’s listing, signaling its intention to capture early liquidity and capitalize on growing interest in politically affiliated crypto assets.

Traders are advised to be cautious of sharp liquidity spikes and sentiment swings during the token unlock and subsequent listings. It is essential to use official links for Lockbox interactions and conduct thorough due diligence before engaging with the project.

References:
[1] https://coinpedia.org/news/trump-backed-wlfi-prepares-483m-token-unlock-on-september-1/
[2] https://www.ainvest.com/news/wlfi-token-unlock-sparks-crypto-market-anticipation-2508/
[3] https://cryptorank.io/news/feed/3c3ed-kraken-kucoin-and-htx-to-list-trump-backed-wlfi-token