Trump-Backed WLFI to Unlock 5% of Tokens Worth $40B on Sept 1

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a DeFi project backed by the family of U.S. President Donald Trump, is set to unlock 5% of its token supply on September 1. The unlock, valued at approximately $40 billion, coincides with the debut of WLFI perpetual futures on major exchanges.

Early investors will gain access to 20% of their tokens purchased during initial funding rounds priced at $0.015 and $0.05 per token. The remaining 80% will remain locked pending a future governance vote. Investors must use an on-chain "Lockbox" system starting August 25 to activate their holdings, with most already cleared for immediate access.

The project has gained momentum since WLFI token holders voted unanimously in July to make the Ethereum-based token tradable. The unlock marks a critical milestone for the Trump-affiliated initiative as it steps into the broader market.