OPENAI funding rate on Variational
Funding APR
+5.47%
0.0050% / 8h
Interval
8h
next 16:00 UTC
Direction
Longs pay
longs pay shorts
Venues tracked
4
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Over the last 30 days, OPENAI funding on Variational averaged +5.5% APR and stayed positive 100% of the time, ranging from +5.5% to +5.5%. Right now it pays longs pay shorts at +5.5% APR, settled every 8h across 4 venues we track.
as of 2026-07-29 10:04 UTC
OPENAI funding history on Variationallast 30d
30d average
+5.47%
Range
5% / 5%
% positive
100%
Volatility
0.0
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How OPENAI funding compares across venues
| Exchange | Funding APR |
|---|---|
| Aster | +5.48% |
| Variational | +5.47% |
| Grvt | +5.47% |
| Lighter | +3.50% |
Frequently asked
What is the current OPENAI funding rate on Variational?
OPENAI on Variational is funding at 5.47% APR (0.0050% every 8h), paid longs pay shorts, as of 2026-07-29 10:04 UTC.
How often does Variational pay funding on OPENAI?
Every 8 hours.
How do I earn OPENAI funding without price risk?
Hedge the position on a second venue so price moves cancel out and you keep the funding payment.
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Funding rate arbitrage
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