Gate VIP Christmas Invitation Event officially launched on December 17. During the event, VIP users who invite friends to upgrade can earn up to 150 USDT in cash rewards per invitation, and together share an airdrop pool of up to 600,000 SCOR.
At the same time, the platform’s "VIP Upgrade Carnival Month" is in full swing. Users can receive up to 880 USDT in cash airdrops and exclusive merchandise by upgrading and trading.
01 Market Pulse
According to Gate market data, as of December 24 (UTC+8), BTC/USDT is trading at $87,529, maintaining strong momentum in a persistently volatile market.
Meanwhile, Ethereum has shown relative weakness, with the ETH/BTC rate dropping 2.5% over the past week to 0.034.
Gold, driven by safe-haven demand, reached a new all-time high, with spot prices breaking above $4,400 per ounce. The total cryptocurrency market cap dipped slightly by 0.17%, and the market sentiment indicator, the "Fear & Greed Index," remains at 25, signaling "Extreme Fear."
02 Dual VIP Campaigns
Gate has designed two parallel reward tracks for VIP users at year-end, creating a comprehensive benefits matrix.
The first is the "VIP Christmas Invitation Event," a special campaign focused on social growth and network expansion. The core of the event is "Invite friends to upgrade to VIP 5," with highly attractive rewards.
For each successful invitation—when a friend registers and upgrades—the inviter can earn up to 150 USDT in cash incentives. Rewards are distributed in stages: once a friend upgrades to VIP 5, the inviter receives 50 USDT. If the friend completes trading tasks to achieve the upgrade, the inviter gets an additional 100 USDT.
The second is the "VIP Upgrade Carnival Month," running throughout December. This event directly rewards users for their progression.
Users who upgrade to VIP 5 for the first time instantly receive a 30 USDT airdrop, and another 50 USDT after completing trading tasks. The event also features tiered trading rewards, allowing users to unlock up to 800 USDT in cash airdrops by completing cumulative trading volume milestones.
Christmas VIP Event Core Information Comparison
To help you quickly grasp the key points of both events, here’s a summary and comparison of the core information:
| Event Name | Event Period | Participation Criteria | Main Rewards | Reward Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VIP Christmas Invitation Event | 2025/12/17 – 2025/12/27 | VIP 5 and above | 1. Invitation Reward: Up to 150 USDT/person 2. Airdrop Pool: Total 600,000 SCOR | Both inviter and invitee share rewards, dual incentives |
| VIP Upgrade Carnival Month | 2025/12/05 – 2025/12/31 | All users (registration required) | 1. First Upgrade Reward: Up to 80 USDT 2. Tiered Trading Rewards: Up to 800 USDT 3. Exclusive merchandise | Covers upgrade, trading, and invitation, with high total rewards |
03 Exclusive Rewards and Special Benefits
Beyond direct cash incentives, Gate’s VIP events feature a variety of special rewards to enhance users’ sense of exclusivity and long-term engagement.
In the "VIP Christmas Invitation Event," the platform has set up a 600,000 SCOR airdrop pool. This pool is evenly split into two parts: 300,000 SCOR is distributed among inviters based on the number of successful invitations, with those inviting five or more friends eligible for up to 50% of the pool.
During "VIP Upgrade Carnival Month," higher-tier users can also receive exclusive merchandise that highlights their VIP status. VIP 5 to VIP 7 users can claim custom apparel, while VIP 8 and above are eligible for a limited-edition Gate X RedBull co-branded backpack and cap.
Other platform activities, such as annual statement sharing, are also linked to VIP benefits. VIP users typically have richer trading records to share, giving them an edge when participating in statement sharing events with luxury rewards exceeding $10,000.
04 Contract Trading Bonuses and Double Points
For active traders, Gate is launching a one-day "Contract Points Double Carnival" event from December 24 to 25.
During the event, points earned from contract trading will be doubled. According to the rules, once a user’s cumulative contract trading volume reaches 800 USDT, all subsequent trading points will be calculated at double the standard rate.
Contract points are a key loyalty credential on the Gate platform, redeemable for various airdrops, fee deduction vouchers, and other platform rewards. This double points event means VIP users can accumulate points at half the usual cost, accelerating their access to more benefits.
05 Participation Guidelines and Strategies
To maximize your event rewards, understanding the rules and developing a simple strategy is essential.
The primary requirement is completing identity verification (KYC), which is necessary for nearly all Gate events. For invitation-based campaigns, the invitee must register using your unique invitation code for the invitation to count.
The platform strictly prohibits any form of cheating, including self-invitation, bulk registration, and wash trading. VIP 14 and above, market makers, institutional accounts, and accounts with a high proportion of API trading are excluded from this Christmas Invitation Event.
Rewards are typically distributed within 10 to 14 business days after the event ends. Be sure to keep relevant records and monitor official platform announcements.
The market doesn’t slow down for the holidays—Bitcoin price on Gate has dropped to $87,529. Meanwhile, the Gate VIP holiday celebration brings a different kind of "volatility"—the reward pool’s value keeps climbing as more users join.
One user who just earned a 150 USDT reward by inviting a friend to upgrade is planning to invest those earnings in the upcoming double contract points event. His annual statement screenshot received plenty of likes in the community, which may lead to his next big surprise.
