According to Ai 姨 (@ai_9684xtpa), Binance has made Alpha the foundational step for all new token listings, including contracts, HODLer, and Launchpool events. Recent launches such as $HOME and $RESOLV followed this process: Alpha first, then contract listing, followed by HODLer eligibility. Notably, the pace of HODLer airdrops has accelerated in May with three new tokens distributed, which may provide short-term trading opportunities for active participants monitoring new listings and airdrop cycles. This structured listing route can signal upcoming price action and liquidity events for tokens passing through the Alpha stage (Source: Twitter @ai_9684xtpa, June 17, 2025).