How to Set Up Multi-Assets Mode for Shared Margin in Futures?

Understanding Multi-Assets Mode

1. Multi-assets mode allows traders to use multiple eligible assets—such as BTC, ETH, USDT, and BUSD—as margin collateral within a single futures account.

2. This mode operates under a unified margin pool where all selected assets contribute to the total available margin based on their real-time valuation and assigned weightings.

3. Each asset is assigned a specific haircut percentage determined by its volatility, liquidity, and risk profile, which directly impacts how much of its value counts toward usable margin.

4. The system automatically converts non-base assets into the settlement currency using current market rates when calculating margin utilization and liquidation thresholds.

5. Traders must manually enable or disable specific assets in their margin configuration; default settings do not activate all supported tokens.

Eligibility and Asset Requirements

1. Only assets listed as “margin-eligible” in the platform’s official documentation can be added to the shared margin pool.

2. Assets must maintain minimum reserve ratios set by the exchange—these ratios fluctuate depending on market conditions and are updated without prior notice.

3. Newly deposited assets undergo a 30-minute confirmation window before becoming active in the margin calculation engine.

4. Assets held in sub-accounts or locked in staking contracts cannot be referenced for shared margin purposes until fully released and transferred to the main futures wallet.

5. BTC and ETH carry higher weighting coefficients than stablecoins due to their historical price stability relative to altcoins, though this does not imply lower risk exposure.

Step-by-Step Configuration Process

1. Log into the futures trading interface and navigate to Account Settings > Margin Mode Management.

2. Select “Multi-Assets Mode” from the available options and confirm the change—this action triggers a full position recalibration.

3. Click “Manage Collateral Assets” to open the asset selection panel and toggle on desired tokens.

4. Review the displayed haircut percentages and estimated margin contribution for each selected asset before finalizing.

5. Confirm activation with two-factor authentication; the system applies new parameters immediately across all open positions and pending orders.

Risk Parameters and Liquidation Mechanics

1. Initial margin requirements adjust dynamically based on the composition of the collateral basket and prevailing market spreads between assets.

2. Maintenance margin levels are computed using a weighted average of all active collateral assets, not just the base settlement token.

3. Liquidation occurs when the total margin ratio falls below 100%, regardless of whether individual asset valuations remain above their respective haircuts.

4. Partial liquidations may convert high-volatility assets first to minimize systemic impact on remaining positions.

5. Real-time margin ratio updates appear in the account dashboard every 2.5 seconds during active trading sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I add or remove assets from my multi-assets margin pool while holding open positions?A: Yes, but doing so triggers an immediate recalculation of all margin metrics. Adding a new asset increases available margin only after it clears the confirmation window. Removing an asset reduces the pool size instantly, potentially triggering margin calls if utilization exceeds thresholds.

Q: Why does my ETH collateral show a different effective margin value than its spot market price?A: The platform applies a 12.5% haircut to ETH holdings, meaning only 87.5% of its current USD-equivalent value contributes to margin calculations. This adjustment accounts for ETH’s intraday volatility and funding rate sensitivity.

Q: Does transferring funds between spot and futures wallets affect my multi-assets margin configuration?A: Transfers into the futures wallet update the collateral pool only after blockchain confirmations complete and the internal settlement engine registers the balance change. Outgoing transfers reduce available margin immediately upon submission.

Q: Are cross-margin and isolated margin both compatible with multi-assets mode?A: Multi-assets mode functions exclusively with cross-margin settings. Isolated margin requires a single designated asset per position and disables shared collateral functionality entirely.