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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Created: 2026/02/02 18:52
Updated: 2026/02/02 18:52
Polymarket Seeks $12 Billion Valuation After Record-Breaking Growth

Polymarket Seeks $12 Billion Valuation After Record-Breaking Growth

Prediction market platform Polymarket is pursuing new funding at a valuation between $12 billion and $15 billion, marking a dramatic rise for the four-year-old company that started in a bathroom office.

Author: Brave Newcoin
L1 activity based on active wallets slowed down in November, extending the trend from the past year

L1 activity based on active wallets slowed down in November, extending the trend from the past year

L1 chains saw an outflow of raw activity in the past year, with Solana losing 67% of user activity. Value transfers and fees remained robust, as user activity focused on the most liquid apps.

Author: Cryptopolitan
CMC Crypto Market Pulse: BTC Sinks, Liquidations Ease, and Market Sentiment Turns Sour

CMC Crypto Market Pulse: BTC Sinks, Liquidations Ease, and Market Sentiment Turns Sour

Another significant drop in the crypto market was witnessed this week, with Bitcoin in the lead as the selling pressure continues on all the altcoins.

Author: Blockchainreporter
Crypto’s Christmas Wish to the White House: Act Now on Regulatory Clarity

Crypto’s Christmas Wish to the White House: Act Now on Regulatory Clarity

TLDR Over 70 crypto organizations urged President Trump for regulatory clarity. The letter requests tax rule updates for mining, staking, and digital assets. Industry seeks DeFi protections and clarification on developer rights. Crypto sector calls for clarity on non-taxable events like airdrops and for As the year draws to a close, over 70 cryptocurrency and [...] The post Crypto’s Christmas Wish to the White House: Act Now on Regulatory Clarity appeared first on CoinCentral.

Author: Coincentral
Claimfout bij OKX zorgt voor miljoenenwinst voor snelle wallets

Claimfout bij OKX zorgt voor miljoenenwinst voor snelle wallets

De lancering van het Boost programma op OKX is allesbehalve vlekkeloos verlopen. In slechts vier seconden werd bijna de volledige beloningspool van 625 miljoen PYBOBO tokens leeggehaald, zo blijkt uit gegevens van OKLink. In totaal grepen 32 adressen samen 623 miljoen tokens, oftewel maar liefst 99,68% van het volledige aanbod... Het bericht Claimfout bij OKX zorgt voor miljoenenwinst voor snelle wallets verscheen het eerst op Blockchain Stories.

Author: Coinstats
IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window

IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window

The post IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Crypto Presales Black Friday Alert: Join IPO Genie’s top crypto presale and claim a limited 30% bonus $IPO tokens, real access to AI-vetted private markets. Are you ready for a one-time Black Friday crypto deal that’s more than hype? Is it a real chance to get in early on the top crypto presale of 2025? As of November 21, 2025, presale volume jumps by 60%, and IPO Genie is surging ahead of its peers. Unlike many token sales that feel speculative, IPO Genie’s $IPO utility token is backed by AI-driven private market investing, transparent deal-flow, and real-world asset exposure.  So now, with a limited 30% bonus crypto presale offer for Black Friday, this might be the smartest window to join, before the price climbs. Black Friday $IPO Presale Link  Why IPO Genie Is Your Best Bet in 2025 Black Friday Token Sale 1. Exceptional Momentum in the Crypto Presale Space IPO Genie raised $2.5 million within 24 hours of its presale launch. Market sentiment is hot: November 2025 presale volume is up 60%, and analysts are calling IPO Genie the hottest trending November crypto presale Q4 2025. According to Coindoo, some market watchers expect IPO Genie’s presale to reach $100 M AUM by 2026, a bold but credible bet. What Makes This Black Friday Crypto Presale Offer So Special Here’s why the current phase 9 IPO Genie presale is generating buzz with the lowest price, and why this Black Friday bonus is rare: Feature Why It Matters 30% Bonus Window This is a one-time Black Friday token sale offer; once the window closes, the bonus won’t return. (Yes, really.) Lowest Price Entry Stage-based pricing means the current $IPO presale rate is among the lowest ever. Tokenized Private Equity $IPO token holders gain access to real startups, not just speculative crypto…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
aPriori denies insider involvement as coordinated cluster captures 80% of airdrop

aPriori denies insider involvement as coordinated cluster captures 80% of airdrop

Web3 startup aPriori on Friday rejected accusations that members of its team were part of a sybil attack on the project’s October airdrop, after blockchain investigators Bubblemaps and ZachXBT observed a coordinated cluster of wallets securing 60% of the distribution.  The YZi Labs-backed project’s APR token genesis airdrop in late October was meant to reward […]

Author: Cryptopolitan
Black Friday Alert: IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window

Black Friday Alert: IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window

Are you ready for a one-time Black Friday crypto deal that’s more than hype? Is it a real chance to […] The post Black Friday Alert: IPO Genie Opens a Limited 30% Bonus Presale Window appeared first on Coindoo.

Author: Coindoo
Crypto Industry Presses Trump for Urgent Regulatory Clarity

Crypto Industry Presses Trump for Urgent Regulatory Clarity

The post Crypto Industry Presses Trump for Urgent Regulatory Clarity appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Over 70 crypto organizations request immediate regulatory action from Trump. Letter outlines tax clarity needs, including staking rewards and de minimis rules. Industry seeks DeFi safe harbors and dismissal of charges against Tornado Cash developer. Over 70 cryptocurrency and blockchain organizations have sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting immediate regulatory clarification across multiple government agencies. The November 20, 2025, letter, led by the Solana Policy Institute, shares specific actions agencies can take to complement legislative efforts. The organizations stated that the Trump Administration and Congress have created opportunities for crypto investors, users, and builders during the first year of the presidency. From the nullification of the IRS Broker Rule and the passage of the GENIUS Act to the rescission of the 2022 Department of Labor guidance on digital assets in 401(k) plans, the industry is working to secure market structure legislation. The letter requests Treasury Department action to revise guidance related to digital asset mining and staking rewards, treating them as self-created property taxed upon disposition. Organizations seek IRS confirmation that bridging, wrapping/unwrapping, and cross-chain burn/mint are nonrecognition events that do not create economic gain. The coalition requests clarification on airdrops, forks, and rebase events to prevent phantom income. Organizations want clear rules for collateral and liquidations, confirming that pledging collateral is not a taxable event. The letter seeks the application of de minimis tax rules to digital currencies to exclude gains used to purchase goods and services up to $600 per transaction. Organizations request updated charitable giving rules treating donations as “readily valued property” exempt from appraisal requirements. Industry participants want clarification that digital assets are commodities for foreign persons trading in the United States. The letter seeks confirmation that blockchain infrastructure, cryptographic engineering, and smart contract development fall within qualified research for R&D tax credits. DeFi…

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
More than 60 crypto companies and advocacy groups urged the White House to advance priorities during the bill's review process.

More than 60 crypto companies and advocacy groups urged the White House to advance priorities during the bill's review process.

PANews reported on November 21 that, according to Crypto In America, over 60 crypto companies and advocacy groups submitted an "early Christmas list" to US President Trump this week, outlining more than a dozen measures they hope the government will prioritize during Congressional legislation. The letter, spearheaded by the Solana Policy Institute, urges the Treasury Department and the IRS to immediately implement most of the policy initiatives outlined in the July Presidential Task Force on Digital Assets report. The letter, jointly signed by numerous organizations including Uniswap, Ledger, FalconX, and Paradigm, emphasizes that these measures could yield "quick wins" and help Trump achieve his goal of making the US the "crypto capital of the world." Key demands include: Regarding tax clarity, guidance should be provided for staking, mining, airdrops, cross-chain transactions, collateralized staking, and charitable donations to prevent taxation before actual revenue is realized, while ensuring rules align with economic realities; Regarding regulatory certainty, clear rules should be established for developers, DeFi protocols, and digital asset self-custody, and no-action remedies and safe harbors should be provided within the existing framework; Regarding DeFi protection and innovation, the FinCEN guidelines should be updated to strengthen cybersecurity measures and support the flourishing of decentralized projects in the United States; Justice should be sought for Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm, urging the Department of Justice to drop the charges and confirm that releasing open-source software is not a crime.

Author: PANews