Venus Protocol’s XVS Token Lands on HTX—DeFi Governance Goes Mainstream

HTX just threw open its trading pairs to XVS—Venus Protocol’s governance token—marking another step in DeFi’s slow crawl toward legitimacy. Here’s why it matters.

Subheader: A CEX-DEX Handshake (With Fees on Both Sides)

Centralized exchanges listing governance tokens always feels ironic—like McDonalds selling vegan burgers. But liquidity is liquidity, and XVS holders now get another exit ramp beyond Binance’s often-clogged order books.

Subheader: Venus’ Quiet Ascent

While not as flashy as some yield farms, Venus Protocol’s $700M TVL proves demand for decentralized lending on BNB Chain isn’t slowing. This listing might finally push XVS past its 2021 ATH—assuming crypto traders remember what ’governance’ means between memecoin pumps.

Closing Thought: Every CEX listing makes DeFi marginally more respectable... and marginally less decentralized. The irony isn’t lost on anyone—except maybe the VCs counting their paper gains.

XVS Token

is the native token of the Venus ecosystem and serves several key functions. It plays a central role in governance, allowing stakers to participate in on-chain voting on protocol development and improvements. Beyond governance, XVS is also used for staking and is integrated into the Venus Prime program, which enables users to enhance their lending rates and lower their borrowing rates.

HTX Listing Details

The XVS token will be listed on the spot market of HTX and will be actively supported by the exchange through dedicated marketing initiatives launched in conjunction with the listing to enhance engagement within the community.

• Spot trading pair: XVS/USDT
• Scheduled launch date: May 9, 2025
• Deposits: Open
• Withdrawals: Open from 12:00 UTC on May 12
• Contract address (BEP20): 0xcf6bb5389c92bdda8a3747ddb454cb7a64626c63

About Venus

is a leading DeFi protocol for lending and borrowing crypto, with over $2.3 billion in TVL. It operates across multiple blockchains, including BNB Chain, Ethereum, opBNB, Arbitrum One, ZKSync, Optimism, Base, and Unichain. The platform offers a user-friendly and extensive suite of features for seamless interaction with a wide range of lending markets, with over 70 markets available, making it one of the most comprehensive lending platforms.

Venus stands out for its strong security standards, having undergone multiple audits by CertiK, PeckShield, and other trusted firms. With a security score of over 91 from CertiK, Venus ranks among the top ten lending and borrowing projects, ensuring the safety and reliability of its ecosystem.