Diverging Trends in Exchange Launchpool Activity

Launchpool programs across major exchanges appear to be slowing down. Binance hasn’t introduced a new one since HUMA in May, MEXC last was in August, and OKX seems to have ended its Launchpool offerings back in January.

In contrast, Bitget has maintained a higher level of activity, launching six new pools in September, including the recent $COMMON Launchpool. One notable difference is that the exchange displays estimated yields before staking, which provides a clearer picture of potential returns. On most other platforms, those details are typically visible only after users commit their tokens.

This variation in approach could reflect broader strategic shifts. Some exchanges may be pulling back from these programs due to lower participation or shifting market priorities, while others continue using them to maintain engagement.

It will be interesting to see whether Launchpools regain momentum or continue to fade as newer staking and yield models emerge.

What’s your take, are Launchpools still a useful tool for market participation, or are they becoming outdated in the current environment?