Genius Terminal Trading Volume Explodes on Airdrop Speculation Ahead of 2026 Token Launch

Genius Terminal, a fast-growing crypto trading platform backed by YZi Labs (formerly Binance Labs) and advised by Binance co-founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, is experiencing a sharp surge in activity as speculation builds around a potential token airdrop. Once relatively under the radar, the platform has quickly gained traction among crypto traders seeking early rewards.

According to Dune Analytics data, Genius Terminal recorded its highest-ever single-day trading volume this past Saturday, reaching approximately $787 million. The vast majority of this activity, around $728 million, came from Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM)-compatible networks, highlighting strong demand across Ethereum-based ecosystems. EVM networks allow decentralized applications to run smart contracts efficiently, making them a popular choice for active traders.

Weekly trading volume on Genius Terminal has now surpassed $2 billion, a dramatic jump from roughly $85 million just one week earlier. User engagement has also spiked, with the average wallet generating about $82,400 in trading volume, compared to almost no measurable activity prior to the surge. This rapid growth suggests that incentives, rather than purely organic adoption, are driving user behavior.

Much of the excitement centers on growing expectations of a Genius Terminal airdrop. Although the platform has not officially confirmed an airdrop date, it has teased the possibility through social media references to “parachutes,” “airdrops in 2026,” and hints of something significant tied to its Genius Points (GP) system. Airdrop farming, a common strategy where traders use early-stage platforms in hopes of receiving future token rewards, appears to be fueling much of the current trading frenzy.

Genius Terminal’s points-based rewards program is currently in its first season, allowing users to earn GP through trading, transactions, and referrals. Users progress through tiers ranging from “Smart” to “God,” with higher activity unlocking greater potential benefits. While GP are not tokens, the team has suggested they may determine eligibility for future perks, including token distributions.

The platform has also launched a dedicated airdrop page and hinted that a token could be distributed this year. With reports of a multi-eight-figure investment from YZi Labs and CZ’s advisory role, Genius Terminal is increasingly positioning itself as a project to watch in the crypto trading and airdrop space.