Exchange reserve ratio hits a new high, what does Gate's total reserve of 125% mean

Gate’s latest reserve report shows that the total reserve ratio has increased from 124% to 125%, with a total reserve value of $9.478 billion, covering nearly 500 user assets. Among them, the BTC excess reserve ratio has risen from 33.96% to 40.69%, reaching a new high. What does this report reveal?

Comprehensive Enhancement of Core Asset Reserves

According to the latest information, Gate’s reserve status for mainstream assets is as follows:

Data shows that the most significant increase is in BTC’s excess reserve ratio, jumping from 33.96% to 40.69%, an increase of over 6 percentage points. This indicates that Gate’s reserves for BTC not only fully cover user assets but also have an additional buffer of over 40%. Reserves for ETH and USDT are also sufficient, maintaining excess reserve levels above 20%.

Why is this important

The exchange reserve ratio is a key indicator of platform security. From a user perspective, the higher this number, the better:

• A reserve ratio of 100% means the platform fully covers user assets
• A reserve ratio exceeding 100% provides an extra safety buffer
• The higher the excess reserve ratio, the more protection users have in unexpected situations

Gate’s total reserve ratio reaching 125% means that even in extreme scenarios, user assets are well protected.

The breadth of coverage

It is worth noting that Gate’s reserves cover nearly 500 assets, which is relatively high in the industry. Not only do mainstream coins have sufficient reserves, but smaller tokens are also protected, reflecting the platform’s responsibility to all users.

The Significance of Verifiable Mechanisms

Gate emphasizes the use of “verifiable mechanisms” to continuously ensure the safety of user assets. This is not just a numerical promise but also about transparency. By regularly publishing detailed reserve reports, users can continuously monitor whether the platform truly maintains the promised reserve levels. This transparency provides a competitive advantage within the industry.

Summary

Gate’s steady increase in reserve ratio reflects the platform’s ongoing commitment to user asset security. Although the increase from 124% to 125% is just 1 percentage point, combined with the significant growth in excess reserve ratios for mainstream assets like BTC, it indicates strengthened risk prevention. Especially with reserves covering nearly 500 assets, it demonstrates a commitment to comprehensive user asset protection. In the current market environment, transparent disclosure of such security indicators is valuable for users when choosing platforms.