Dear KuCoin Futures Users,
To enhance market risk prevention and protect user interests while providing higher trading limits, KuCoin Futures will implement the second batch of updates to Staggered Risk Limits for all remaining contracts on December 8, 2021, at 16:00 (UTC+8). These adjustments include:
- Risk limits (i.e., "notional value") per tier
- Maximum available leverage
- Initial margin rates
- Maintenance margin rates
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Key Adjustments
BTC/USDT & ETH/USDT Perpetual Contracts
Updated parameters will apply to:
- Maximum leverage
- Maintenance margin rates
50x Leverage Contracts (Initial)
Includes:
BCH/USDT,LINK/USDT,UNI/USDT,LTC/USDT,DOT/USDT,XRP/USDT,BNB/USDT
20x Leverage Contracts (Initial)
Covers:
ADA/USDT,SOL/USDT,DOGE/USDT,MATIC/USDT,AVAX/USDT,SHIB/USDT, and 25+ others.
Critical Notes
- Order Placement: Refer to updated Staggered Risk Limits before trading. Web-only support for now; App updates coming in December.
- Existing Positions: Unmodified positions follow current liquidation rules. New positions post-adjustment adhere to updated tiers.
- Manual Adjustments: Changing risk limits cancels all orders and may require additional margin to prevent liquidation.
FAQ Section
Q1: Will my open positions be affected immediately?
A: No. Existing positions remain under previous rules unless manually adjusted.
Q2: How does leverage affect my margin?
A: Higher leverage reduces margin requirements but increases liquidation risk. Always monitor your maintenance rate.
Q3: Can I modify risk limits on mobile?
A: Currently, Web only. Mobile support arrives in December 2021.
Q4: What triggers a margin call?
A: Falling below the maintenance margin rate. Ensure sufficient funds to avoid auto-liquidation.
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Risk Disclosure
Futures trading involves high market risk, potentially leading to significant losses. Price volatility may liquidate your margin balance. KuCoin assumes no liability for trading decisions.
KuCoin Futures Team
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