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January 4, 2026 8:01 AM UTC

WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) hits $15B market cap amid token growth

WhiteBIT Coin ( WBT ), the native token of the WhiteBIT exchange , has reached a market capitalization of $15 billion, according to CoinDesk. The figure marks a 50% increase from its previous $10 billion valuation and places WBT among the ten largest tokens by market cap on the platform. The growth follows recent developments in both the token’s structure and the exchange’s expansion. Tokenomics supports long-term growth At the core of WBT’s growth is its structured tokenomics, designed to balance supply expansion with long-term value support. The token follows a deflationary model, combining regular buyback-and-burn mechanisms funded by a share of trading fees with scheduled unlocks to support ecosystem development. On March 13, WhiteBIT unlocked more than 39 million WBT tokens, valued at approximately $1.19 billion. According to the company, these tokens were allocated to WhiteBIT Funds rather than released directly into the open market, a move intended to limit short-term selling pressure while preserving flexibility for future initiatives. Global access and ecosystem expansion WBT’s growth has also been supported by broader market access. The token was recently listed on Kraken, introducing WBT/EUR and WBT/USD trading pairs and expanding access for new users and institutional participants while improving liquidity and price discovery. In December 2025, WBT was included in the S&P 5 crypto indices by S&P Dow Jones Indices, signaling increased recognition within traditional financial markets and improving visibility among institutional investors. WhiteBIT has also continued to expand its global footprint, including its recent entry into Ghana through a regulatory sandbox initiative launched in collaboration with local authorities. The move positions the company among participants contributing to the development of regulated digital asset markets in the region. WBT remains integrated across the WhiteBIT ecosystem, offering features such as trading fee discounts, access to launchpad opportunities, and participation in various platform products. “Reaching a $15 billion market capitalization reflects the consistent development of our ecosystem and the trust of our global community,” s aid Volodymyr Nosov , Founder and President of W Group, of which WhiteBIT is a part of. “We are focused on building long-term value through compliance, innovation, and global expansion, ensuring that WBT remains a key pillar of the digital financial infrastructure we are developing.” As WhiteBIT continues to expand across trading, payments, blockchain infrastructure, and institutional services, WBT plays an increasingly central role within its ecosystem. Featured image via WhiteBit. The post WhiteBIT Coin (WBT) hits $15B market cap amid token growth appeared first on Finbold .