Airdrop

An Airdrop is a distribution of free tokens to a community, typically used as a marketing tool or a reward for early protocol adopters and testers. In 2026, the "points-to-airdrop" model has matured into merit-based incentive programs that utilize Sybil-resistance and Proof-of-Humanity to filter out bots. Airdrops remain a primary method for decentralized governance (DAO) bootstrapping. Follow this tag for the latest on retroactive rewards, eligibility criteria, and how to participate in the most anticipated token distributions in the ecosystem.

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Acurast Airdrop Guide | How to Participate in the Acurast Questing?

Acurast Airdrop Guide | How to Participate in the Acurast Questing?

The post Acurast Airdrop Guide | How to Participate in the Acurast Questing? appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Key Takeaways The Cloud Rebellion is Acurast’s quest hub. Your MIST points (points, NOT tokens) reflect contribution and are a primary input for $ACU airdrop eligibility. TGE targeted for late 2025. Stay consistently active — snapshots and allocations won’t be pre-announced. Acurast’s network has surpassed 129k+ smartphones and 410M+ on-chain transactions = rapid growth. What …

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Joe Lubin: the MetaMask token ($MASK) is coming

Joe Lubin: the MetaMask token ($MASK) is coming

Joe Lubin, CEO of Consensys and co-founder of Ethereum, reiterated in an interview with The Block, "The MASK token is coming."

Author: The Cryptonomist
Joe Lubin Hints MetaMask MASK Token May Launch Sooner Than Expected

Joe Lubin Hints MetaMask MASK Token May Launch Sooner Than Expected

TLDR MetaMask’s MASK token is launching soon, says ConsenSys CEO Joe Lubin. MASK token rollout nears as MetaMask pushes deeper into decentralization. Joe Lubin confirms MASK token may arrive early; users brace for airdrop. MetaMask preps MASK token to reward users, govern ecosystem services. mUSD stablecoin boosts MetaMask as MASK token launch approaches. MetaMask token [...] The post Joe Lubin Hints MetaMask MASK Token May Launch Sooner Than Expected appeared first on CoinCentral.

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Ethereum plans the Fusaka update for December 3

Ethereum plans the Fusaka update for December 3

The post Ethereum plans the Fusaka update for December 3 appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Ethereum developers accelerated the plan for the long-awaited Fusaka update, now expected on December 3. The update will be preceded by several testnet launches, drawing additional attention to ETH.  Ethereum’s Fusaka update will happen on December 3, and not some time in 2026, as previously expected. The update’s main goal would be to boost L2 capacity, reaching up to 12,000 transactions per second.  The date is still tentative, and is based on the latest Ethereum developer call. In the interim, three testnet upgrades will happen in October, drawing additional attention to ETH.  Important decisions were made on today’s Ethereum developer call, ACDC #165. Developers confirmed the public testnet schedule and BPO hard fork schedule for Fusaka. Let’s get into it. pic.twitter.com/mNrYMYyDj2 — Christine D. Kim (@christine_dkim) September 18, 2025 The main effect of the upgrade will be increased blob capacity, which will decrease fees for L2 projects. Fusaka is the next big drop in blob fees, following the Dencun upgrade in 2024.  Following the announcement, ETH remained within its usual range, as hard forks are now considered part of Ethereum’s business as usual. ETH traded at $4,563.17, as the market took a step back. Fusaka update to boost transaction capacity, lighten the data burden The next significant hard fork for Ethereum will also decrease the burden of carrying data for node operators. The upgrade will introduce the Peer Data Availability Sampling, where validators will be able to verify data by sampling peer nodes, instead of downloading entire datasets. The data solution will be especially useful for rollups, and is expected to increase capacity by up to 10X. The upgrade will also incorporate proposals to increase transaction capacity on the L1 chain. In total, the Fusaka hard fork will introduce 12 EIPs, mostly targeting scalability.  Currently, the Fusaka upgrade is undergoing…

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Ethereum to boost scalability and roll out Fusaka upgrade on Dec 3

Ethereum to boost scalability and roll out Fusaka upgrade on Dec 3

Ethereum's Fusaka update may happen on December 3, based on the date set in the latest developer call.

Author: Cryptopolitan
Former Coinbase Ventures member: Base token's initial market capitalization may be around $20 billion, and token functionality may be similar to ETH

Former Coinbase Ventures member: Base token's initial market capitalization may be around $20 billion, and token functionality may be similar to ETH

PANews reported on September 19th that, according to a recent interview with Unchained, Coinbase's Layer 2 project, Base, has announced it is exploring the possibility of issuing a token. This move marks a significant shift from Base's previous position that it had never planned to issue a token. Ryan Ye, a former member of Coinbase Ventures, predicts that the initial market capitalization of the Base token could be approximately $20 billion, with the potential to rise to $40 billion to $50 billion. He believes that the token issuance will significantly boost the development of the Base ecosystem and attract more developers and users. Ryan speculated that the token distribution could include 20%-40% going to Coinbase, approximately 20% going to an independent community treasury, and the remainder distributed to the community via airdrops or public sales. He also suggested that the Base token could function similarly to Ethereum's ETH, partially used for on-chain fee burning while potentially becoming a core liquidity asset in DeFi. Furthermore, Base has integrated with Solana on its testnet. Ryan believes this demonstrates Base's recognition of Solana as its biggest competitor and its efforts to attract developers. He noted that the competition between Base and Solana primarily centers on user culture and DeFi liquidity, with Base favoring DeFi liquidity while Solana excels in user experience and consumer culture. Related reading: Base has repeatedly reiterated that it will not issue coins, why is it going back on its word now?

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Aster Price Surges After Airdrop and CZ Mention

Aster Price Surges After Airdrop and CZ Mention

The post Aster Price Surges After Airdrop and CZ Mention appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Aster, previously referred to as APX, witnessed its token price soar on September 18, rising by over 360% in one day. The surge followed after the project started its airdrop program and from CZ. What’s Driving Aster Price Surge The token’s steep price action came after the token’s airdrop began, and it will run until October 17. Approximately 704 million tokens representing approximately 8.8% of the total supply are being sent to eligible users. These include members of Aster’s Spectra Stage 0 and 1 programs, owners of Aster Gems, and traders of Aster Pro. Adding fuel to the charge, CZ publicly congratulated the Aster team, further increasing visibility to the project. That validation, combined with the token distribution, driven the price surge. Fundamentals Behind the Rally Beyond the frenzy, Aster’s fundamentals have been improving. Based on statistics provided by DeFi Llama. Its perpetual futures platform has seen more than $12 billion worth of trading volume this month, an increase from $9.78 billion in August and $8.5 billion last July. Revenue has increased steeply as well. Fees earned this quarter total $8.82 million, up from only $1.8 million during the same time last year. In Q3 2024, Aster had only generated $11,660 in revenue, but today that number is up to $5.4 million. The total value locked (TVL) in the protocol has hit a record high of $1.85 billion, an astronomical increase from $141 million in January. What’s Next for Aster Analysts believe that the rally may prevail since Aster is now becoming available on additional exchanges, yet it is mainly traded on its own platform. Yet with recipients of the airdrop likely to take profits in place, there will be some pressure selling. Like other recently listed coins like WLFI, Spark, and Avantis, a good starting run will be followed…

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Curve Finance Proposes Yield Basis to Share Revenue with CRV Holders

Curve Finance Proposes Yield Basis to Share Revenue with CRV Holders

TLDR Curve Finance has proposed Yield Basis to share revenue directly with CRV holders, offering a sustainable income model. The proposal aims to turn the CRV token into a yield-bearing asset, providing consistent returns to token holders. Curve Finance plans to mint $60 million worth of crvUSD and allocate funds across Bitcoin-focused liquidity pools. Between [...] The post Curve Finance Proposes Yield Basis to Share Revenue with CRV Holders appeared first on CoinCentral.

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Guide With Nexchain Case Study

Guide With Nexchain Case Study

The post Guide With Nexchain Case Study appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Airdrops have become one of the most effective ways for new blockchain projects to grow their communities. By distributing free tokens, teams reward early supporters and attract long-term users. For investors, joining an airdrop offers exposure to token pre sales without major upfront costs. In 2025, growing interest in crypto presales has also fueled demand for airdrops. They provide a chance to collect tokens linked to upcoming new crypto coins that may appreciate in value once listed. What Are ICO Airdrops? An ICO airdrop is the free distribution of a project’s tokens, often linked to a token presale or launch. Projects use them to build momentum, test infrastructure, and bring in early users. Actions to qualify can include connecting a wallet, completing quests, or testing applications. For investors, the appeal is clear. Tokens from airdrops can gain value once trading begins. For projects, they offer a way to create awareness and foster adoption. With hundreds of new presales in 2025, understanding which airdrops are linked to established or promising projects can help filter out noise. How to Identify the Good Airdrops? Not every campaign is equal. Some airdrops have little staying power, while others connect to the best crypto presale for long term growth. A few steps can help investors spot the stronger ones: Confirm details on official websites or verified accounts. Check the token’s utility for governance, staking, or payments. Look for active presales raising steady funds. Review the roadmap for delivery beyond short-term hype. Following these steps can help participants connect airdrops with projects that show potential in their early stages. Nexchain Airdrop Campaign Overview Nexchain is running one of 2025’s largest airdrop campaigns. Already in Stage 27 of its presale, the project has raised more than $10.26 million. Tokens are priced at $0.108, with plans for a…

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Plasma announces airdrop for verified sale participants and early contributors

Plasma announces airdrop for verified sale participants and early contributors

The post Plasma announces airdrop for verified sale participants and early contributors appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Takeaways Plasma is conducting an airdrop for early token sale contributors. The airdrop rewards smaller depositors who completed Sonar verification during Plasma’s fundraising phase. Plasma today announced a token distribution for contributors to its public sale, with eligibility verified through Sonar. The airdrop targets smaller depositors who participated in Plasma’s fundraising round and completed Sonar verification, rewarding early backers with XPL tokens as the network moves toward broader availability. Plasma’s deposit campaign drew more than $1 billion in stablecoin commitments in just over 30 minutes, granting participants the right to join the public sale. The public sale, conducted on Echo, attracted $373 million in commitments, seven times its $50 million cap. Source: https://cryptobriefing.com/sonar-airdrop-ai-reputation-web3/

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