MEXC gold futures up 123%; geopolitical uncertainty fuels crypto-metal derivatives surge

Victoria, Seychelles, March 11, 2026 – MEXC, the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency exchange, has released the latest trading data for its precious metal futures market. Following the heightened geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran on February 28, volatility in the global precious metals market has increased significantly. International gold prices rose by over 3%, with silver also trending upward during the same period. This surge in price movements has prompted a notable increase in trading activity within related derivatives markets. Data from the MEXC platform shows that trading volume for the GOLD(XAUT)USDT futures increased by 123% on March 3 compared with February 27, highlighting strong market demand for precious metals derivatives. Wherever possible, MEXC aims to support its users by leveraging its liquidity capacity to meet the growing demand. Amid the sudden escalation of tensions in the Middle East, gold’s traditional role as a safe-