Bybit Offers 11% APR on Gold-Backed Token Flexible Savings

馃獧 11% on gold tokens

By Bybit
Jan 26, 2026, 3:45 PM
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Bybit has launched a flexible savings product offering up to 11% APR on XAUT (Tether Gold), a cryptocurrency backed by physical gold.​

Key Details:

  • The product is part of Bybit's "Easy Earn" flexible savings program
  • No lock-up period required - users can withdraw anytime
  • XAUT represents ownership of physical gold stored in vaults

What is XAUT? Tether Gold (XAUT) is a stablecoin where each token represents one troy ounce of physical gold held in reserve.​ This allows investors to gain exposure to gold prices while earning yield on their holdings.​

This offering provides an alternative to traditional gold investments by combining precious metal backing with cryptocurrency yield opportunities.​

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