Binance Introduces "Indication of Interest" (IOI) for Institutional Crypto Trading and Loans

Binance has rolled out a new Indication of Interest (IOI) feature designed for its institutional clients, aiming to facilitate the execution of large spot trades and fixed-rate crypto loans with minimal market impact.

This feature allows qualified users to privately signal their intent to buy, sell, borrow, or lend significant amounts of crypto without placing binding orders on public order books. The primary goal is to address the challenge of price slippage and the exposure of sensitive trading strategies when moving large volumes, especially in less-liquid tokens.

Key Highlights of the IOI Feature:

• Spot IOI: Allows users to indicate interest in large buy/sell positions at specific price points, similar to a traditional finance mechanism used to gauge liquidity while minimizing market disruption.
• Loan IOI: Integrates with Binance's fixed-rate loan system, enabling institutional participants to customize loan terms (borrowing or lending) based on their capital requirements.
• Execution: IOIs are submitted through Binance’s OTC & Execution Services, providing early visibility into available liquidity and allowing for private negotiations with counterparties.

Catherine Chen, Head of VIP & Institutional at Binance, stated that this pioneering feature aligns with Traditional Finance (TradFi) standards and meets the needs of sophisticated institutional traders by prioritizing liquidity and efficiency.

This launch follows other recent upgrades to Binance's OTC & Execution Desk, reinforcing the exchange's commitment to supporting the increasing institutional participation in the digital asset market.

December 2025, Cryptoniteuae