Trump-Backed WLFI Makes a New Move: Aster Selected for Token Buybacks
World Liberty Financial announces WLFI buybacks through Aster, with potential funding from USD1-related revenues.

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World Liberty Financial (WLFI), the cryptocurrency project linked to the Trump family, has shared new details about its token buyback program. In an announcement on November 9, 2026, the company revealed that WLFI buybacks would be executed through the decentralized trading platform Aster and disclosed the blockchain wallet that will be used to track the transactions. While the program may be financed through economic revenues generated by the USD1 stablecoin, the company emphasized that it would maintain flexibility regarding the size and timing of the buybacks.
USD1 Revenues Could Be Used to Fund WLFI Buybacks
According to an announcement published on World Liberty Financial's official X account, the primary objective of the buyback program is to encourage long-term WLFI holders to participate more actively in governance processes. The company aims to strengthen community involvement in decision-making through token buybacks.
The USD1 stablecoincould play an important role in financing the initiative. World Liberty Financial stated that as the supply of USD1 increases, economic activity and potential revenues associated with the stablecoin may also grow. However, not all of these revenues will be allocated directly to token buybacks. According to the company's statement, a substantial portion of the resources generated through USD1-related activities is used to cover payments to partners, service provider expenses, and other obligations.
Consequently, the resources available for buybacks will depend on the funds remaining after these payments have been made. The company also emphasized that the program could receive financial support from various other sources.
Transactions Conducted Through Aster Will Be Publicly Trackable
One of the most significant details in the announcement was the decision to execute buybacks through the Aster platform. World Liberty Financial disclosed the wallet address that will be used for these transactions, allowing community members to monitor fund movements and token purchases directly on the blockchain.
According to The Defiant, 10 million USD1 was deposited into Aster from the disclosed wallet. However, the transfer does not necessarily mean that an equivalent amount of WLFI has already been purchased. The actual volume of completed buybacks must be independently verified through on-chain transactions.
The company's announcement did not include a fixed schedule or a specific budget commitment for the buybacks. The timing and size of transactions will be determined based on available resources, operational requirements, and their potential impact on governance participation. World Liberty Financial also explicitly stated that the program could be modified or discontinued entirely if necessary.
New Strategy Emerges Following WLFI's Sharp Decline
The buyback program comes at a time when WLFI has been experiencing significant downward price pressure. According to a Reuters report published on November 6, 2026, WLFI had lost approximately 10% of its value following the U.S. midterm elections. The token's total decline since the beginning of 2026 had exceeded 60%.
After announcing the buyback plan during the previous week, World Liberty Financial's disclosure of additional details regarding the Aster platform represents another step toward implementing the program. Nevertheless, the company has not announced a numerical target for the amount of WLFI to be purchased or the expected impact of the buybacks on the token's price.
Kriptofoni Assessment
World Liberty Financial's buyback initiative can be viewed as an effort to strengthen WLFI's long-term governance model. In particular, the possibility of allocating economic resources generated within the USD1 ecosystem toward token buybacks creates a new financial connection between the two assets.
However, there is no guarantee that the announced program will lead to a sustained increase in WLFI's price. The absence of a fixed buyback amount and the company's decision to retain the right to suspend the program are among the main uncertainties investors should monitor.
Going forward, the actual purchase transactions executed through Aster and their respective volumes will be key factors in assessing the program's effectiveness.
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