Binacne Alpha Will List Moonbirds (BIRB) on Jan 28 at 19:00, With a 230 Alpha Points Airdrop Threshold

According to BlockBeats, Binance Alpha is scheduled to list Moonbirds (BIRB) on January 28, 2026 at 19:00 (UTC+8). For readers in the United States, that corresponds to 11:00 UTC / 06:00 ET / 03:00 PT on January 28, 2026. Eligible users who hold at least 230 Alpha points can claim a BIRB token airdrop from the Alpha event page.

This update is another example of how points-based crypto airdrops and exchange gamification have become a mainstream distribution model—especially as users increasingly focus on transparency, claim rules, and wallet security.

Key Airdrop Rules (What You Need to Know)

Based on the reported event mechanics:

• Listing time: January 28, 2026, 19:00 (UTC+8)
• Eligibility threshold: ≥ 230 Alpha points
• Airdrop amount: 200 BIRB tokens (claimed via the Alpha event page)
• Allocation method: First come, first served
• Dynamic threshold: If the event is still ongoing, the required score automatically decreases by 5 points every 5 minutes
• Claim cost: Claiming the airdrop consumes 15 Alpha points

If you plan to participate, you should treat this like any other time-sensitive token distribution: understand the rules, prepare your wallet in advance, and be cautious with links and approvals.

Why “Points-to-Airdrop” Keeps Growing in 2025–2026

Across the broader blockchain industry, points systems are increasingly used to:

1. Throttle demand during high-traffic claims (reducing bot advantage, at least in theory)
2. Reward engagement (trading, holding, completing tasks)
3. Create a “fairness narrative” by tying access to on-platform reputation or activity

At the same time, users have become more selective: they care about claim conditions, hidden costs (including point burn), and the security tradeoffs of interacting with new token pages.

For a quick refresher on how token airdrops typically work (and why scams often cluster around them), see: Binance Academy’s overview of airdrops.

Practical Playbook: How to Approach This BIRB Claim

1) Plan for the moving threshold

Because the score requirement may drop by 5 points every 5 minutes, there are two common strategies:

• Speed-first: If you’re already at or above 230 Alpha points, you may try to claim early to avoid missing a first-come allocation.
• Patience-first: If you’re below 230, you can monitor the event and attempt a claim once the threshold drops into range—assuming the airdrop hasn’t been fully claimed.

2) Treat “15 Alpha points” like a real cost

Even if the BIRB tokens are “free,” the claim burns 15 Alpha points, which can be valuable in future campaigns. Consider whether your Alpha points are better saved for a later event, especially if you’re actively participating in multiple point-based programs.

3) Keep an eye on finality, network congestion, and UI tricks

High-demand claims often come with:

• Congested networks and delayed confirmations
• Copycat pages mimicking official claim flows
• “Urgency tactics” that pressure users into signing blindly

A good baseline habit is to verify what you’re interacting with before you sign anything, using reputable public resources like Etherscan (or the appropriate chain explorer for the network involved).

Security Checklist for Airdrop Claims (Highly Recommended)

Airdrops are a common entry point for phishing and malicious approvals. Before you claim:

• Verify you’re on the correct page (avoid links from random DMs, fake search ads, or unofficial replies)
• Read what you sign: a “claim” should not look like an unlimited token approval
• Use a dedicated wallet address for airdrops when possible (limit blast radius)
• Review and revoke token approvals after participation when appropriate
  Reference: Etherscan Token Approval Checker

Where a hardware wallet fits (and why it matters)

If you’re claiming time-sensitive airdrops, a hardware wallet helps by keeping your private keys offline and requiring physical confirmation for critical actions. OneKey hardware wallets are designed for secure signing and everyday self-custody workflows—useful when you want to participate in airdrops while reducing the risk of device-level key theft.

Final Thoughts

Moonbirds (BIRB) joining Binance Alpha and launching an Alpha points airdrop continues the 2025–2026 shift toward points-gated token distribution. The mechanics here—230-point entry, first-come allocation, automatic threshold reduction, and a 15-point claim cost—make preparation and security discipline just as important as speed.

If you plan to claim, prioritize wallet hygiene, verify pages carefully, and consider using a hardware wallet like OneKey to add an extra layer of protection during airdrop season.