Minswap

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Minswap Price Today

Current MIN/CAD real-time price is C$0.004317, with a 24-hour change rate of -0.40% and a 7-day change rate of -12.28%. MIN currently ranks #1211 globally by market cap, with a total market cap of C$7.361802M, a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of C$10.743904M, and a 24-hour trading volume of C$0. In terms of supply, MIN has a maximum supply of 2.5B, a current circulating supply of 1.71B, with 69.82% already in circulation and 30.18% remaining to be unlocked.

About Minswap

What is Minswap?

Minswap is a leading decentralized exchange (DEX) on the Cardano blockchain, known for its multi-pool liquidity model and community-driven governance. It is a decentralized automated market maker (AMM) on the Cardano network, designed to offer efficient and flexible trading.

Key Takeaways

  • Minswap is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on the Cardano blockchain, offering fast and low-cost trading.
  • Its multi-pool model combines stable pools, multi-asset pools and concentrated liquidity, giving liquidity providers more options for capital efficiency.
  • The platform is governed by the MIN token, which is used for voting on proposals and staking for rewards.
  • Minswap supports a wide range of Cardano-based tokens and offers features like yield farming, token launches via the Launch Bowl, staking and governance.
  • The MIN token is the native utility and governance token of the Minswap ecosystem.

Key Specifications & Tokenomics

ItemDetails
Name (Ticker)Minswap (MIN)
Alternative Names-
Consensus MechanismCardano's Ouroboros Proof-of-Stake
Smart ContractsYes (Plutus scripts on Cardano)
CategoryDeFi, Decentralized Exchange (DEX)
Hash Algorithm-
Block Reward-
Max Supply2,500,000,000 MIN
Total Supply2,450,000,000 MIN
Circulating Supply1,710,000,000 MIN (about 68.6% of total)
TPSDependent on the Cardano network
Scaling SolutionLaminar, a batching solution that executes accounting-style smart contracts multiple times per block
BlockchainCardano

Who Created Minswap (MIN)?

Minswap was founded in 2021 by Long Nguyen (Founder and CEO of Minswap Labs), Richard Nguyen and Phan Nguyen Huy Hieu, and is developed by Minswap Labs together with community contributors. The project emphasizes decentralization and community ownership from its inception. The core development and ongoing governance are managed by Minswap Labs and the broader community through the Minswap DAO (Decentralized Autonomous Organization). This structure ensures that key decisions about the protocol's future, treasury management, and feature development are made collectively by MIN token holders, aligning the platform's growth with the interests of its users.

Minswap was founded in 2021 and launched on Cardano mainnet in Q1 2022 after a security audit by Tweag.

How Does Minswap (MIN) Work?

Minswap operates as an automated market maker (AMM) on the Cardano blockchain. It allows users to trade Cardano Native Assets (tokens built on Cardano) directly from their wallets without an intermediary. The core of its functionality is the multi-pool liquidity model.

  • Multi-Pool Liquidity: Unlike traditional AMMs with a single liquidity pool per trading pair, Minswap allows multiple pools for the same pair. Its multi-pool model combines stable pools, multi-asset pools and concentrated liquidity, giving liquidity providers more options for capital efficiency.
  • Trading and Swaps: Users can swap tokens by interacting with these liquidity pools. The price is determined algorithmically based on the ratio of assets in the pool.
  • Yield Farming and Staking: Users can provide liquidity to pools to earn trading fees and additional MIN token rewards through yield farming programs. MIN holders can stake their tokens to earn ADA rewards funded by ADA from the Fee Switch, and to participate in governance.
  • Laminar: Minswap's batching solution, published in Q4 2021, executes accounting-style smart contracts multiple times per block to ease concurrency limits.
  • Babel Fees: automatic conversion of native token fees, aimed at Cardano stake pool operators.

What Makes Minswap (MIN) Unique and Valuable?

Minswap stands out in the Cardano DeFi landscape and the broader DEX space due to several key innovations and its strong community focus.

  • Multi-Pool DEX on Cardano: Minswap is one of the earlier multi-pool DEXs on Cardano, combining stable pools, multi-asset pools and concentrated liquidity. This model gives liquidity providers more options for capital efficiency, potentially leading to deeper liquidity and better prices for traders.
  • Community-Driven Governance: Governance is exercised by MIN holders through the Minswap DAO. The MIN token governs all major aspects of the protocol, from treasury funds to technical upgrades.
  • Cardano Native: Being built natively on Cardano allows it to leverage the blockchain's security, sustainability (proof-of-stake), and low transaction fees. It supports the growing ecosystem of Cardano Native Assets.
  • Comprehensive DeFi Suite: Beyond simple swaps, Minswap offers a full DeFi experience including yield farming, token launches via its Launch Bowl, staking and governance, making it a one-stop shop for Cardano DeFi users.
  • Regulatory Transparency: Minswap has published a MiCA-aligned whitepaper (January 2026) covering MIN's role, its risk framework and governance model, ahead of the EU's June 2026 compliance deadline.
  • Fair Launch Mechanics: Minswap launched via a Liquidity Bootstrapping Event that raised 25 million ADA, half of which went to the Minswap DAO Treasury as ADA/MIN LP tokens; its FISO model and MINt token were designed to distribute MIN to community participants.

What Is Minswap (MIN) Used For?

The MIN token is the lifeblood of the Minswap ecosystem, serving multiple utility and governance functions.

  • Governance: MIN token holders can create and vote on proposals that dictate the future of the Minswap protocol, such as fee changes, new feature implementations, and treasury allocations.
  • Staking for Rewards: MIN holders can stake their tokens to earn ADA rewards funded by ADA from the Fee Switch, and to participate in governance.
  • Fee Discounts: MIN holders receive a trading fee discount on the Minswap DEX (implemented Q3 2022).
  • Liquidity Mining Incentives: MIN tokens are distributed as rewards to users who provide liquidity to various pools on the platform, incentivizing the growth of the ecosystem's total value locked (TVL).

MIN was distributed without private sales or venture capital investment.

How to Buy MIN Coin?

MIN is listed on several exchanges; check that a platform is registered and compliant in your jurisdiction before trading. This article is for information only and is not investment advice.

Risks: MIN is a volatile DeFi token; smart contract, liquidity and regulatory risks apply, and token holders' votes do not guarantee any outcome.

How to Buy and Use Minswap

Purchase Guide

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  1. 1Register AccountUse email or phone number to quickly complete BTCC registration in under 1 minute.
  2. 2Identity VerificationComplete basic KYC verification to protect your account and assets.
  3. 3Quick TradeSupports credit cards, online banking and other quick purchase methods.
  4. 4Receive CoinsMinswap is instantly credited to your BTCC account, ready for trading at any time.

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Minswap FAQs

What is the live price, market cap, and 24h volume of Minswap (MIN)?

As of right now, the live price of Minswap (MIN) is C$0.004317. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated MIN to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Minswap records a 24h trading volume of C$0 (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of C$7.361802M. Its current circulating supply stands at 1.71B out of a maximum supply cap of 2.5B.

Why does the price of Minswap (MIN) fluctuate, and what drives its volatility?

The price volatility of Minswap (MIN) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Bank of Canada or US Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (1.71B) to max supply (2.5B), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.

What are the all-time high (ATH) and all-time low (ATL) for Minswap (MIN)?

Looking at its historical price performance, Minswap (MIN) hit an all-time high (ATH) of C$0.089848 on 2024-12-03 04:00, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at C$0.003701 on 2026-06-25 20:00. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.

How to read the Minswap (MIN) price chart for futures trading?

When trading MIN futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume (C$0), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.

How to profit from Minswap (MIN) price drops? (Short Selling Guide)

Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s MINUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Minswap, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the MINUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.

Can I trade Minswap (MIN) perpetual futures with high leverage on BTCC?

Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for MINUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.

How to practise Minswap (MIN) futures trading with a free demo account?

Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: C$0.004317), you can practise opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for MINUSDT with zero financial risk.

Step-by-step guide: How to buy and trade Minswap (MIN) on BTCC?

Trading Minswap (MIN) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for MINUSDT, and review its live price (C$0.004317) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.

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