With over $610 million in TVL, 47,900+ users, and 10+ audits, Treehouse Finance (TREE) is rapidly reshaping decentralized finance with its benchmark-setting Decentralized Offered Rates (DOR) and yield-enhancing tAssets. As part of its July 2025 Gaia launch, Treehouse is distributing millions of TREE tokens through a carefully designed airdrop, rewarding early contributors, stakers, and NFT holders.
This article provides an overview of Treehouse Finance, as well as a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to verify your eligibility and successfully claim your TREE token airdrop through Treehouse Finance's official platforms.
What Is Treehouse Finance (TREE) and How Does It Work?
Treehouse Finance's architecture | Source: Treehouse docs
Treehouse Finance is a decentralized protocol focused on bringing fixed income products to crypto, similar to how government and corporate bonds work in traditional finance. At its core, Treehouse introduces Treehouse Assets (tAssets), liquid staking tokens like tETH, that generate real yield through interest rate arbitrage. These assets also feed into Decentralized Offered Rates (DOR), a new benchmark rate-setting system that powers yield generation and financial products across DeFi.
The first DOR, known as the Treehouse Ethereum Staking Rate (TESR), acts as Ethereum’s on-chain “risk-free” rate, offering a transparent, decentralized alternative to legacy interest rates. The protocol currently boasts over $610 million in Total Value Locked (TVL) and more than 47,900 users, underscoring its rapid adoption in the crypto fixed income space.
At the heart of this ecosystem is TREE, the native utility and governance token. TREE is used to:
• Pay data query fees for DOR benchmarks
• Stake and earn consensus rewards
• Participate in protocol governance and DAO grants
• Back Panelists who submit interest rate forecasts
To reward early adopters, Treehouse launched the GoNuts program, where users earn “Nuts” by staking assets, joining campaigns, holding badges, and referring others. Those who accumulated 100 or more Nuts by the May 29, 2025 snapshot became eligible for the TREE airdrop, distributed during the Gaia Token Generation Event (TGE).
You can also trade TREE tokens directly on BingX Spot following the token’s official listing, giving you access to Treehouse’s fixed income ecosystem with the flexibility of a trusted exchange.
What Is the TREE Airdrop?
On July 29, 2025, Binance Alpha will officially list and launch TREE. Concurrently, a structured airdrop event will unlock up to $750,000 worth of TREE (approx. 20 million tokens) for participants who stake ETH via Binance Wallet and accumulate Alpha Points.
Eligible users can claim TREE through Binance Alpha using Alpha Points, staking engagement, and bonuses tied to tETH vault deposits. A dedicated Treehouse Airdrop Checker tool will be available on the platform for real-time allocation verification.
Who Is Eligible for the TREE Airdrop?
To be eligible for the TREE airdrop, users must meet at least one of three criteria:
1. Wallets that accumulated at least 100 Nuts during GoNuts Season 1 by the snapshot taken on May 29, 2025 (00:00 UTC) qualify for airdrop rewards, which include a Base Allocation and a Treasury Bonus, depending on whether the wallet is in the Non-Vested or Vested claim program.
2. Holders of a Treehouse Squirrel Council (TSC) NFT at the time of claim can receive a fixed allocation of 500 TREE per NFT, regardless of their Nuts balance. This claim is one-time and token-bound.
3. Users who staked at least 0.03 ETH into the Treehouse ETH vault via Binance Wallet between July 22–29, 2025 are eligible to receive TREE tokens as part of Binance Alpha’s airdrop initiative, even without Alpha Points.
Treehouse Snapshot and Other Key Dates to Remember
Source: Treehouse blog
• May 29, 2025 (00:00 UTC): Snapshot for GoNuts Season 1 eligibility. Wallets must hold at least 100 Nuts to qualify for the airdrop.
• July 22–29, 2025: Staking window for Binance Alpha users. Stake a minimum of 0.03 ETH into the Treehouse ETH vault via Binance Wallet to qualify for TREE rewards.
• July 29, 2025: Token Generation Event (TGE), TREE tokens become claimable; TREE launches for trading on BingX.
• Post-TGE (Claim Window): Users must claim their TREE tokens within the designated claim window to avoid forfeiture (specific end date TBA).
How to Check and Claim Your TREE Tokens
Follow these steps to securely claim your TREE airdrop through Binance Alpha once the token goes live on July 29, 2025:
1. Visit the Binance Alpha Events Page: Go to the official Binance Alpha platform and look for the Treehouse Airdrop banner under active campaigns.
2. Connect Your Binance Wallet (Keyless): Click “Connect Wallet” and choose Binance Wallet (Keyless) to link your wallet. This step is required to verify your identity and eligibility. It’s a read-only connection, no gas fees or approvals needed.
3. Use the Treehouse Airdrop Checker: Once connected, click on the “Check Airdrop” button. This tool will show if your wallet qualifies for TREE tokens based on your GoNuts participation, TSC NFT holdings, or Binance ETH staking activity.
Source: Treehouse blog
4. Claim Your TREE Tokens After TGE: If eligible, a “Claim TREE” button will appear after the Token Generation Event (TGE) on July 29. Click the button to begin the claiming process.
Source: Treehouse blog
5. Approve and Confirm the Transaction: A prompt will appear asking you to sign the transaction in your Binance Wallet. Confirm it to finalize your claim. Your TREE tokens will then be automatically deposited into your Binance Wallet.
6. Confirm Staking-Based Eligibility (if applicable): If you staked ≥0.03 ETH in the Treehouse ETH vault via Binance Wallet between July 22–29, double-check your claim includes the bonus TREE from Binance Alpha’s airdrop initiative.
All TREE claims are processed directly through Binance Alpha’s secure, on-chain interface, ensuring a smooth and transparent claiming experience for eligible users.
How to Maximize Your TREE Allocation
Source: Treehouse blog
To maximize your TREE allocation, consider increasing your participation across the Treehouse ecosystem. Staking more ETH in tETH vaults, either directly through Treehouse or via partner platforms like Aave and Curve, can significantly boost your GoNuts score. Holding Treehouse Squirrel Council (TSC) NFTs before the claim also grants you a fixed bonus of 500 TREE per NFT. Additionally, referring friends to the platform earns you a 5% bonus on their Nuts, further enhancing your potential airdrop allocation.
What Is the TREE Token Utility & Tokenomics?
TREE is the native utility and governance token of the Treehouse Protocol. It plays a central role in powering the platform’s decentralized fixed income ecosystem.
1. TREE is used to pay fees for querying DOR benchmark interest rates that help price DeFi products.
2. It also enables staking into Pre-Deposit Vaults, where users can earn up to 75% APR by backing accurate Panelists responsible for forecasting on-chain interest rates like the Treehouse Ethereum Staking Rate (TESR).
3. Additionally, TREE is required for Panelist participation, ensuring that those contributing data to the protocol have skin in the game.
4. Beyond staking, TREE holders can vote on protocol decisions and access DAO-funded grants, helping shape the future of Treehouse and its ecosystem.
TREE Token Allocation
TREE token distribution | Source: Treehouse blog
TREE has a total capped supply of 1 billion tokens, distributed to balance long-term sustainability with community ownership. Key allocations include:
• 20% – Community Rewards: Incentivizes users who stake TREE, participate in governance, or engage with the protocol.
• 17.5% – Strategic Investors: Allocated to early backers who provided liquidity and infrastructure support during development.
• 12.5% – Core Team: Rewards the team behind Treehouse’s architecture and product development; subject to vesting.
• 12.5% – Treasury: Managed by the Treehouse DAO to fund future upgrades, strategic partnerships, and protocol reserves.
• 10% – Community Airdrop: Distributed to early users and contributors through events like the Gaia airdrop.
• 10% – Ecosystem Fund: Supports developer grants, integrations, hackathons, and products built on the Treehouse infrastructure.
• 5% – Core Contributors: Allocated to long-term contributors beyond the core team who supported research and infrastructure.
• 5% – Exchange Partnerships: Reserved for listing incentives, early liquidity support, and alignment with trading platforms.
• 4.5% – Future Airdrops: Reserved for growth campaigns and strategic community-building initiatives post-launch.
• 1.5% – Liquidity Provision: Used to seed on-chain liquidity pools and maintain healthy trading depth for TREE tokens.
TREE tokens unlock over a 48-month vesting period, with structured cliffs to promote long-term alignment and prevent sudden sell-offs.
Top Safety Tips
As you prepare to claim and use your TREE tokens, be sure to stay safe by using only official links from Binance, and always double-check URLs and wallet connection prompts to avoid phishing scams. Keep in mind that TREE may experience significant price volatility after launch, so evaluate your risk tolerance carefully before trading, staking, or holding the token.
Final Word
Treehouse is at the forefront of bringing fixed income products to decentralized finance, offering new yield opportunities through tAssets and benchmark rate mechanisms like DOR. The launch of the TREE token on July 29, 2025, provides early contributors, TSC NFT holders, and ETH stakers on Binance Wallet with a chance to claim their share of the ecosystem.
While the airdrop presents a valuable opportunity to participate in Treehouse’s growth, it’s important to stay cautious. Token prices can be volatile, and rewards may fluctuate based on market conditions. Always do your own research (DYOR) and assess your risk before trading or staking TREE.