PancakeSwap (CAKE) Price

What Is PancakeSwap (CAKE) and How Does It Work?

PancakeSwap is a decentralized exchange (DEX) built on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) that allows users to swap BEP-20 tokens without relying on a centralized intermediary. It uses an automated market maker (AMM) model, where users trade against liquidity pools provided by other users who earn rewards in return.

The platform supports a wide range of DeFi features including token swaps, yield farming, staking (via Syrup Pools), perpetual futures, NFT trading, and Initial Farm Offerings (IFOs). The native utility token, CAKE, powers the ecosystem, used for staking, governance voting (via veCAKE), earning boosted yields, paying fees, and participating in lotteries and other games. PancakeSwap also integrates multi-chain support, enabling token swaps and bridging across Ethereum, Aptos, Arbitrum, Base, zkSync, Linea, and others as of 2025.

Who Created PancakeSwap DEX and When Was It Launched?

PancakeSwap was launched on September 20, 2020, by a group of anonymous developers who were inspired by Uniswap but wanted to build a faster and cheaper decentralized exchange on BNB Smart Chain (formerly Binance Smart Chain). While the identities of the core team remain undisclosed, PancakeSwap was incubated within the Binance ecosystem and has received support from Binance Labs and BNB Chain developers.

The DEX quickly rose to popularity in the DeFi boom of 2021, becoming the largest AMM on BNB Chain in terms of users, liquidity, and trading volume. Over the years, PancakeSwap has evolved through multiple versions:

• v1 (2020): Basic AMM and farming model on BNB Chain.

• v2 (2021): Introduced improved router logic, trading fee structure, and better UI.

• v3 (April 2023): Added capital-efficient liquidity (concentrated liquidity like Uniswap v3) and multi-tiered fee options.

• v4 (Expected late 2025): Set to launch with new incentive mechanisms, AI-driven routing, and deeper multi-chain liquidity features.

PancakeSwap has also expanded to other chains like Ethereum, Aptos, Arbitrum, zkSync, Linea, and Base, transforming from a single-chain DEX into a multi-chain DeFi hub. Its development roadmap includes enhanced governance via veCAKE, more integrations with NFTs and GameFi, and deeper ecosystem partnerships across Layer 2 networks.

What Are the Main Use Cases of CAKE Token?

The CAKE token is the native utility and governance token of PancakeSwap. Its primary use cases include:

• Staking in Syrup Pools to earn passive rewards.

• Yield farming by providing liquidity and earning CAKE as incentives.

• Governance voting via veCAKE to influence protocol decisions.

• Boosting rewards in farms through bCAKE and veCAKE mechanisms.

• Participation in IFOs, lotteries, and prediction markets.

• Paying trading fees (discounted in certain cases) and earning from platform revenue redistribution.

As of 2025, CAKE also plays a vital role in multi-chain governance and ecosystem growth incentives across supported networks.

Log in to your BingX account, go to the Spot section, and search for the CAKE/USDT trading pair. Choose either a Market or Limit order, enter the desired amount, and confirm the trade to buy or sell CAKE directly.

What Is PancakeSwap Tokenomics?

PancakeSwap’s tokenomics are designed to support long-term sustainability through a mix of emissions, utility, and deflationary mechanisms. The native token, CAKE, has a maximum supply cap of 450 million tokens, with the hard cap reduced from 750 M in Dec 2023 via community vote.

Emissions & Tokenomics (as of June 2025)

• Initial Emission Rate: 40 CAKE per block (~1.15 million CAKE/day)

• Current Net Emissions: ~364,400 CAKE/day after accounting for burns

• Per Block Allocation:
Farms & Lottery: ~10.6% (~4.25 CAKE/block)
Syrup Pools: 25% (~10 CAKE/block)

• Developer Burn: 9.09% of harvested CAKE sent to dev address is fully burned

$CAKE Burn Mechanisms & Deflation Strategy

• Target Burn Rate: ~4% annual deflation; aiming for 20% supply reduction by 2030

• Key Burn Sources:
Portion of swap fees (0.0575% per trade on V2; dynamic tiers on V3)
100% of CAKE fees from IFOs, NFT mints, and profile creations
20% of lottery ticket sales
3% of prediction market fees
2% from auto-harvest fees in certain pools
2% of NFT marketplace sales
Daily lottery burns: ~45,000 CAKE/day

How to Stake CAKE Token on PancakeSwap

Staking CAKE lets you earn passive rewards through Syrup Pools or gain governance power via veCAKE. Here's how to do both:

Option 1: Staking CAKE in Syrup Pools (Flexible or Fixed)

1. Visit PancakeSwap: Go to pancakeswap.finance and connect your wallet (e.g., MetaMask, Trust Wallet) to the BNB Smart Chain.

2. Buy CAKE (if you don’t already have it): Swap BNB or USDT for CAKE on the “Swap” page. You can also buy CAKE tokens on BingX to fund your wallet.

3. Navigate to Earn → Pools.

4. Choose a Pool:
• Flexible Pool: Withdraw anytime, lower APR.
• Fixed-Term Pool: Lock CAKE for 1–52 weeks, higher APR.

5. Click “Stake”, select amount, and confirm the transaction in your wallet.

Note: You’ll start earning rewards immediately. Harvest manually or auto-compound, depending on pool settings.

Option 2: Stake CAKE for veCAKE Governance Power

1. Go to Earn → veCAKE on PancakeSwap.

2. Lock CAKE for up to 4 years to receive veCAKE.

3. veCAKE Benefits:
• Vote on emissions and proposals.
• zGet higher yield boosts (with bCAKE) in farms and pools.
• More voting power the longer you lock.

Note: veCAKE is non-transferable and decays over time unless re-locked.

How to Join IFOs and Lotteries on PancakeSwap

PancakeSwap offers two popular earning features beyond trading and farming: Initial Farm Offerings (IFOs) and the Lottery. Here's how to participate in both:

1. To join an IFO (Initial Farm Offering) on PancakeSwap, start by buying CAKE and BNB tokens and staking CAKE in the IFO Pool to activate your profile. Visit the IFO page, choose between the Basic or Unlimited sale formats, and commit CAKE-BNB LP tokens during the event. Once the IFO ends, you can claim your allocated tokens and any leftover LP tokens.

2. To participate in the PancakeSwap Lottery, connect your wallet on the Lottery page, buy tickets using CAKE, and optionally select your 6-digit numbers. Draws occur regularly, and matching at least two digits can win you CAKE rewards. A portion of all ticket sales is burned, contributing to the token's deflationary model.

What Blockchain Network Does PancakeSwap Operate on?

PancakeSwap primarily operates on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC), a high-speed and low-cost blockchain optimized for decentralized applications. Originally launched as a BSC-native DEX in 2020, PancakeSwap has since expanded into a multi-chain platform, now supporting Ethereum, Aptos, Arbitrum, Base, zkSync, Linea, Polygon zkEVM, and opBNB. This cross-chain functionality allows users to swap tokens, farm, and stake across multiple ecosystems while maintaining a unified interface. By leveraging BSC's scalability and integrating with Layer 2s and alt-L1s, PancakeSwap continues to offer fast, cheap, and flexible DeFi services to a global audience.

How to Store CAKE Tokens Securely

To store CAKE tokens securely, one of the most convenient options is using a trusted centralized exchange like BingX. After purchasing CAKE on the BingX spot market, your tokens are automatically stored in your BingX account wallet. This method is ideal for beginners who want fast access to trading, price alerts, and portfolio tracking, all within a single platform. BingX also provides basic security features such as two-factor authentication (2FA), anti-phishing codes, and withdrawal whitelists to help protect your assets.

For users who prefer self-custody and greater control, storing CAKE in a non-custodial wallet is recommended. Popular Web3 wallets like Trust Wallet, MetaMask, and SafePal support CAKE as a BEP-20 token on the BNB Smart Chain. To use these wallets, make sure to manually add the BNB Chain network and double-check the contract address when importing custom tokens. Hardware wallets like Ledger can also be used for maximum security by integrating with MetaMask. Always back up your recovery phrase securely and avoid sharing it with anyone, as access to your wallet means control over your CAKE tokens.

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