Binance Announces DeFi App (HOME) HODLer Airdrop

Binance has launched a new **Aave-Plasma USDT Locked Product** on its On-Chain Yields platform, offering users up to **7% APR** on locked USDT. Key details: - 100M XPL tokens already distributed to eligible users - Users can lock more USDT or stay subscribed to current positions - Additional incentive campaigns planned for the future - Partnership between Aave and Plasma Foundation The product is now open for subscription, allowing users to earn daily yields on their USDT holdings through Binance's on-chain earning platform. [Learn more about the product](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/9ad9d8e506f549feafb8750d13fe258e)

**Binance launches Mira (MIRA) HODLer Airdrop** for BNB holders, with the airdrop page going live on the Binance Airdrop Portal within 24 hours. **Key Details:** - BNB holders eligible for MIRA token airdrop - $slisBNB and $slisBNBx tokens also supported - Trading begins September 26th at 12:00 UTC - MIRA will be listed on Binance soon **How to Participate:** BNB holders can access the airdrop through Binance's dedicated portal. The exchange also supports liquid staking tokens ($slisBNB and $slisBNBx) for participation. This follows Binance's recent pattern of HODLer airdrops, including the 0G token airdrop announced earlier this week. [Learn more about the airdrop](https://www.binance.com/en/support/announcement/detail/149617ae89a64ca4ac71ed2d296ab4e6)

**Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs)** are reshaping how communities coordinate and make decisions through smart contract governance. **Key aspects of DAOs:** - Automated decision-making through blockchain technology - Community-driven governance without traditional hierarchies - Transparent voting and proposal systems - Reduced reliance on centralized authorities **Trust and coordination benefits:** - Smart contracts execute decisions automatically - All governance actions are recorded on-chain - Members participate directly in organizational decisions - Eliminates need for traditional management structures DAOs represent a fundamental shift from centralized organizations to **community-powered governance**, where trust is built into the code rather than placed in individuals or institutions. This model enables global communities to coordinate effectively while maintaining transparency and democratic participation in organizational decisions. [Learn more about DAOs](https://academy.binance.com/en/articles/decentralized-autonomous-organizations-daos-explained)

**Binance successfully hosted its first meetup in Odesa, Ukraine**, bringing together over 650 crypto enthusiasts for a day of networking and education. The event featured: - Inspiring talks from industry experts - Valuable networking opportunities - Community building activities This marks **Binance's continued expansion** into Ukrainian markets, following their previous successful meetup that attracted over 800 attendees in 2021. The company plans to host more meetups in the region, strengthening the local crypto community.

Binance has launched **Shield Merchants**, a new program designed to improve safety in peer-to-peer cryptocurrency trading. The program features: - **Vetted traders** who undergo verification processes - **Experienced merchants** with proven track records - Enhanced security measures for P2P transactions This initiative addresses common concerns about trading directly with other users, providing an additional layer of protection beyond standard P2P safeguards. The Shield Merchant program builds on Binance's existing P2P platform, which already offers secure direct trading between users. [Learn more about Shield Merchants](https://www.binance.com/en/blog/p2p/4584137180482047749?ref=AZTKZ9XS&utm_source=BinanceTwitter&utm_medium=GlobalSocial&utm_campaign=GlobalSocial)