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View ChartSign (SIGN) is an identity and signature protocol built on the Ethereum blockchain, designed to provide secure and verifiable digital signatures for Web3 applications. It utilizes the Keccak-256 hash algorithm for cryptographic security and aims to provide verifiable and secure digital signatures for decentralized applications (dApps). SIGN has a maximum supply of 10,000,000,000 tokens. It gained significant attention as a key discussion topic at the Consensus Hong Kong conference in February 2026.
Sign (SIGN) is a protocol that enables secure, on-chain digital signatures and identity verification, leveraging Ethereum's security and smart contract capabilities.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name (Ticker) | Sign (SIGN) |
| Alternative Names | - |
| Consensus Mechanism | Ethereum Proof-of-Stake (PoS) |
| Smart Contracts | Supported (EVM-compatible, deployed on Base) |
| Category | Identity, Digital Signatures |
| Hash Algorithm | Keccak-256 |
| Block Reward | N/A (Protocol token on Ethereum) |
| Max Supply | 10,000,000,000 SIGN |
| TPS | Dependent on the Ethereum network |
| Scaling Solution | Leverages Ethereum Layer 2 solutions like Base for scalability |
| Blockchain | Ethereum |
The Sign protocol was developed by a team focused on digital identity solutions within the Web3 space. While specific founder details are often decentralized in such projects, the protocol's development is managed by its core contributors and community. The project gained a major platform at the Consensus Hong Kong conference in February 2026, where it was highlighted as a significant innovation in the identity and signature sector. This spotlight helped establish SIGN as a serious contender in the blockchain-based digital identity landscape, attracting developer and user attention to its potential applications.
The Sign protocol functions as a layer on top of the Ethereum blockchain. It uses smart contracts to manage the creation, verification, and revocation of digital signatures. When a user creates a signature for a document or transaction, the protocol generates a unique cryptographic hash using the Keccak-256 algorithm. This hash, along with the signer's verified identity metadata, is then permanently recorded on the blockchain. This process provides an immutable and publicly verifiable proof of who signed what and when. By being EVM-compatible, the protocol can be easily integrated into a wide range of existing and future decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum and its Layer 2 networks like Base, which host its primary smart contracts.
Sign's primary value proposition lies in bringing legally significant and cryptographically secure digital signatures to the blockchain. Unlike traditional digital signatures, SIGN signatures are tamper-proof and independently verifiable by anyone on the network, eliminating the need for trusted third-party validators. Its use of the robust Keccak-256 hash algorithm, also used by Ethereum itself, ensures a high level of cryptographic security. Furthermore, its design for the EVM ecosystem means it can seamlessly serve the vast universe of Ethereum-based dApps, from DeFi agreements to NFT ownership transfers. The protocol's feature at a major industry conference like Consensus underscores its perceived technical merit and real-world utility potential.
The SIGN token and protocol are designed for several key use cases within Web3:
The Sign ecosystem is evolving through integration and partnership. Its EVM-compatibility is a major growth driver, encouraging dApp developers on Ethereum and Layer 2s like Base to incorporate its signature functionality. The attention from the Consensus conference likely accelerated developer interest and potential enterprise adoption. Ecosystem development focuses on building tools, SDKs, and wallet integrations that make it easy for users to create and manage their Sign-based signatures. The long-term vision is to become a standard infrastructure layer for trusted digital agreements across the decentralized web.
SIGN is not a mineable token in the traditional Proof-of-Work sense. It is an ERC-20 utility token issued on the Ethereum blockchain. The tokens were likely distributed through an initial coin offering (ICO), token sale, or other allocation mechanisms defined by the project's founders. All SIGN tokens in existence were created at genesis, up to its maximum supply cap. Therefore, new SIGN tokens cannot be created through mining. The network security for the Sign protocol itself relies on the underlying Ethereum blockchain's Proof-of-Stake consensus mechanism.
Securing your SIGN tokens is crucial since they are digital assets on the Ethereum blockchain.
SIGN is a cryptocurrency that can be traded on several exchanges. For a secure and liquid trading experience, using a major platform like BTCC is recommended.
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TradeSign (SIGN) is not a proof-of-stake Layer 1 with validator staking. It is an omni-chain attestation and token distribution infrastructure built around Sign Protocol and TokenTable, so SIGN does not secure the network through staking rewards.
Supply dynamics therefore come from a fixed schedule rather than staking issuance:
For holders, the key implication is that unlock events can add sell-side pressure in the short term, while long-term price direction depends on whether attestation and token distribution demand grows faster than new supply enters the market.
Sign (SIGN) sits in the Real World Assets and infrastructure category, and its value is tied to how widely Sign Protocol and TokenTable are adopted.
Growth levers that can support SIGN demand include:
As more issuers and agencies rely on this infrastructure, demand for SIGN as the network's utility and coordination asset can rise, though the knowledge base does not describe a burn mechanism that would directly reduce supply.
A spot ETF would give regulated institutions and traditional brokerage clients direct exposure to Sign (SIGN) without needing a crypto exchange wallet. That structure typically raises liquidity, improves price discovery and adds a persistent bid that can lift the token's price floor.
Institutional adoption can arrive through several channels:
Sustained inflows would strengthen SIGN's legitimacy and deepen order books, but the knowledge base does not confirm any approved spot ETF, so treat this as a potential catalyst rather than a confirmed event.
Sign (SIGN) and Bitcoin (BTC) serve very different roles, even though both can be held as crypto assets. The table below summarizes the main differences.
| Dimension | Sign (SIGN) | Bitcoin (BTC) |
|---|---|---|
| Core Positioning | RWA and attestation infrastructure | Digital store of value |
| Supply Model | Fixed 10B cap with vesting unlocks | Fixed 21M cap with halvings |
| Consensus | Omni-chain attestation layer | Proof of Work |
| Main Use Cases | Verifiable credentials, token distribution, sovereign digital infrastructure | Settlement, reserve asset, payments |
BTC is the more liquid, lower-volatility benchmark, while SIGN is a smaller-cap infrastructure token whose upside depends on adoption of Sign Protocol and TokenTable. Investors typically treat BTC as a core allocation and SIGN as a higher-risk, higher-beta bet on RWA growth.
On BTCC, you can attach stop-loss (SL) and take-profit (TP) orders directly to a SIGN/USDT perpetual contract position. The goal is to cap downside while letting winners run.
Keep position size consistent with the distance to your stop, and avoid placing stops exactly at round numbers where liquidity tends to cluster. Always confirm both SL and TP before submitting the order.
The current price of Sign (SIGN) is $0.012308, with a market cap of $29.153142M and 24h trading volume of $3.449667M. The circulating supply is 2.39B (max supply 10B).
Because crypto markets move 24/7, these figures update in real time. For the most accurate snapshot, open the SIGN/USDT perpetual contract page on BTCC, where you can view the live order book, recent trades, funding rate and open interest before placing an order.
Sign (SIGN) responds to three layers of drivers that traders should track together.
In practice, SIGN has shown high sensitivity to overall market risk appetite, with small and mid-cap tokens often outperforming when liquidity improves. Monitoring unlock schedules alongside ecosystem news gives the clearest picture of potential price direction.
The all-time high of Sign (SIGN) is $0.132495, reached on 2025-09-24 00:35; the all-time low is $0.006245, recorded on 2026-08-14 12:35.
Comparing the current price to these extremes helps gauge where SIGN sits in its market cycle and how much room remains toward either boundary. For a full-cycle view, open the SIGN/USDT chart on BTCC and switch between daily, weekly and monthly timeframes to inspect the complete price history, volume profile and key turning points.
Reading a SIGN candlestick chart starts with four data points per candle: open, high, low and close. The body shows the distance between open and close, while the wicks show the extremes reached during the period.
Combine these signals rather than relying on one. On BTCC, you can apply these tools directly to the SIGN/USDT perpetual chart and practice setups before committing real capital.
You can profit from falling Sign (SIGN) prices without holding spot tokens by using BTCC SIGN/USDT perpetual contracts. A short position lets you sell at a high price and buy back at a lower price, capturing the difference.
How it works:
This two-way trading structure means bear markets and pullbacks are tradable opportunities rather than idle periods. Always size positions carefully and use SL/TP orders to manage risk.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible leverage on SIGN/USDT perpetual contracts, up to 50x, subject to the platform's risk rules and your account tier.
Leverage magnifies both gains and losses, so a small adverse move can trigger liquidation if the position is over-leveraged. For beginners, a range of 2x to 10x is generally more manageable, combined with a strict stop-loss on every trade.
Before increasing leverage, confirm your margin mode (isolated or cross), review the maintenance margin requirement, and check the funding rate on the SIGN/USDT page. Responsible position sizing matters more than leverage itself when trading volatile assets.
After registering on BTCC, you can switch to Demo Trading mode and receive virtual funds, such as 100,000 USDT, to practice without risking real capital.
The demo environment uses real Sign (SIGN) market data, so you can rehearse:
Because the funds are virtual, mistakes cost nothing. Once you are comfortable with order flow and risk management, you can transition to live trading with a small position size and scale up gradually.
Follow these four steps to start trading Sign (SIGN) on BTCC:
Start with a small position and low leverage while you get familiar with the interface. Review the funding rate and open interest on the SIGN/USDT page before each trade, and always define your exit plan before entering.
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