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
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Hypurr NFT: A $60,000 Community Identity Symbol, Just Click and Get It?

Hypurr NFT: A $60,000 Community Identity Symbol, Just Click and Get It?

By Alex Liu, Foresight News Hyper Foundation (Hyperliquid Foundation) announced in the early morning of September 29 that it had completed the deployment and distribution of Hypurr NFT. The floor price of this NFT on Opensea once reached US$80,000, and is currently still above 1,400 HYPEs, with a value of over US$60,000, or RMB 400,000. Where does this NFT come from, and why is it valuable? It's said that the way to get it is through "click and go" during an airdrop. Hypurr NFT: Hyperliquid’s “Community Memorial” In the Web3 world, many projects use NFTs, airdrops, and other methods to connect with early-stage communities and enhance a sense of belonging. The Hypurr NFT is a community-building NFT launched by Hyperliquid. It's not a purely utility-oriented NFT, nor is it a financial product with promised returns. Instead, it's more of a symbol, identity, and cultural icon. Background and Initial Distribution: Who Gets the Hypurr NFT? Hyperliquid and HyperEVM To understand Hypurr NFTs, you first need to understand the underlying network architecture. Hyperliquid is a Layer 1 network centered around decentralized trading, aiming to enable efficient on-chain functionality for trading, margin settlement, and order matching. Its consensus mechanism, HyperBFT, is fundamental to Hyperliquid's competitiveness in high-frequency trading and low-latency scenarios. HyperEVM is part of the Hyperliquid architecture: it's not a standalone EVM chain, but rather a channel mechanism that allows developers to reliably read L1 state and initiate operations on core modules on the chain. This means there's bidirectional interaction between HyperEVM and HyperCore (Hyperliquid's foundational state layer). Contracts on the HyperEVM can read L1 state (via read precompiles) and initiate operations on HyperCore via CoreWriter, establishing a linkage between the two layers. This design allows DeFi applications developed on the EVM layer to directly connect to Hyperliquid's liquidity foundation. The design of Hypurr NFT was born on this infrastructure. It is not an independent project, but a community commemorative plan within the Hyperliquid framework. How to obtain: Genesis Event and recognized distribution The Hypurr NFT will be distributed alongside Hyperliquid's Genesis Event in November 2024. According to the Hyper Foundation, "Participants will have the option to receive a Hypurr NFT as a commemorative gift after the HyperEVM launch." In fact, this option was only available to the top 5,000 players who reached the Platinum rank during Hyperliquid's Season 1. The choice between "receive tokens only" and "receive tokens and NFTs" certainly confused overly suspicious participants. The NFT, valued at 400,000 yuan, wasn't a "click and you're gone" offer, but rather a "don't click and you're gone" offer. In addition, the Hyper Foundation conducted a risk assessment on participants and used cluster analysis to limit a single address or user from obtaining too many NFTs to prevent sybil attacks. Page Note: Hypurr NFT has no planned empowerments In terms of total quantity, the Hypurr NFT collection has a total of 4,600 items, including: 4,313 allocated to eligible participants of the Genesis Event 144 are reserved for the Hyper Foundation itself 143 distributed to core contributors (including Hyperliquid Labs, NFT artists, and other early contributors) Once the distribution is complete, the Hypurr NFT will enter circulation. The Hyper Foundation also emphasized in an official statement: "No additional user action is required. The NFT has been distributed." Holder distribution and circulation Currently, there are 4,031 Hypurr NFT holders, with a dispersion of approximately 87.6%. In other words, most NFTs are distributed across multiple addresses rather than being highly concentrated. This distribution helps avoid extreme concentration and increases community participation, but it can also lead to dispersed liquidity: if some holders lock their positions for a long time or remain silent, active supply may be insufficient. Design Intention and Potential Empowerment: Commemoration, Culture and the Future Commemoration and community belonging The primary purpose of Hypurr NFTs is to serve as a memento, a token of appreciation, a reward, and a symbol of recognition for the project's early supporters. Officially, it's "a token shared with those who believed in Hyperliquid early on and helped it grow." Community observations indicate that the ID of each NFT appears to correspond to its ranking on the Hyperliquid leaderboard, with NFTs with lower IDs being more rare. The artistic design of each Hypurr NFT strives to reflect the diversity and personality of the community: different emotions, hobbies, tastes and "quirks" are portrayed in the graphic art and become part of the community's identity. In this sense, holding Hypurr NFT may have symbolic identity value in the community context - a sign of "I am an early witness." Future empowerment possibilities: No promises While the agreement explicitly doesn't promise utility, it doesn't rule out the possibility of additional benefits being added to Hypurr NFTs in the future, either through third parties or within the ecosystem. The agreement states, "Hypurr NFTs may be associated with certain benefits, features, or capabilities, but these are not guaranteed by the agreement." This frees up space for future community and ecosystem planning: for example, certain future events, airdrops, community governance, and interactive privileges may be prioritized based on Hypurr NFT holders. However, this will depend on the subsequent path forward. Currently, no publicly confirmed additional benefits have been announced. Currently, the price of this NFT is high, and market sentiment is enthusiastic. Many people are buying it with the expectation of receiving the right to receive Hyperliquid's next quarterly airdrop. It's important to note that the official statement does not promise "airdrops" or other benefits, so be prepared to consider this NFT as a mere status symbol.

Author: PANews
The CEO of the Most Popular Altcoin of Recent Times Responds to Major Criticism and Doubts!

The CEO of the Most Popular Altcoin of Recent Times Responds to Major Criticism and Doubts!

The post The CEO of the Most Popular Altcoin of Recent Times Responds to Major Criticism and Doubts! appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. In an interview with Mable, founder of social protocol Trends, Aster CEO Leonard responded to criticisms that “96% of ASTER tokens are held by a small number of addresses” seen in on-chain data. Leonard maintained that the team doesn’t control these wallets. The CEO noted that, according to token economics, approximately 80% of the ASTER supply is locked and traceable on-chain, and that airdrop addresses account for approximately 40% of the total supply. Other major addresses include spot deposits made by users on exchanges. According to Leonard, some investors are holding their tokens in platform wallets, ready for sale, anticipating price increases. Leonard explained that the current circulating supply is only 10%, including a 1:1 conversion share from existing users (10%) and the initial airdrop distribution (8%). He explained that the remaining tokens are being released gradually as announced in the documentation and can be verified on-chain. He explained that the concentration of contract addresses creates the perception that “the team controls all the tokens,” but in reality, the majority of these tokens belong to users. Leonard noted that YZi Labs is Aster’s sole private investor and has provided significant support to the team despite its small stake. The CEO stated that the company has no intention of liquidating the funds, saying, “Our performance in the BNB ecosystem since the tokenization event has proven the value of our project. Even without mandatory unlocks, YZi Labs has no incentive to sell. Furthermore, the amount of tokens they can receive is limited to a small portion of the 5% team distribution share, as their investment was not direct tokens, but rather an equity investment in the company.” *This is not investment advice. Follow our Telegram and Twitter account now for exclusive news, analytics and on-chain data! Source: https://en.bitcoinsistemi.com/the-ceo-of-the-most-popular-altcoin-of-recent-times-responds-to-major-criticism-and-doubts/

Author: BitcoinEthereumNews
Pump.Fun Doubles in Price, Sets the Stage for PepeNode’s Mine-to-Earn Model

Pump.Fun Doubles in Price, Sets the Stage for PepeNode’s Mine-to-Earn Model

Pump.fun ($PUMP) is up by 56% compared to last month, backed by a head-turning $600M+ in 24-hour trading volume. Likely helping fuel the token’s price is the recent announcement of Project Ascend. Ultimately, it’s a series of upgrades designed to ‘100x the Pump.fun ecosystem by making coins more sustainable and aligned with their communities.’ As […]

Author: Bitcoinist
Early Entry Wins:  7 best cryptos to watch in 2025 as MoonBull Presale Heats Up

Early Entry Wins:  7 best cryptos to watch in 2025 as MoonBull Presale Heats Up

Could the right meme coin investment in 2025 transform modest capital into financial freedom? With meme tokens breaking into mainstream portfolios, the line between entertainment and serious finance is blurring. Investors now face the challenge of distinguishing between fleeting hype and projects engineered for long-term value. Selecting wisely has never been more important, especially as […] The post Early Entry Wins:  7 best cryptos to watch in 2025 as MoonBull Presale Heats Up appeared first on Live Bitcoin News.

Author: LiveBitcoinNews
Hyperliquid Airdrops Hypurr NFT Collection with Floor Price of $68,900

Hyperliquid Airdrops Hypurr NFT Collection with Floor Price of $68,900

TLDR Hyperliquid airdropped 4,600 Hypurr NFT collection to early users and contributors Floor price has surged to approximately $68,900 (1,458 HYPE) Highest sale recorded was Hypurr #21 for 9,999 HYPE ($467,000) 24-hour trading volume reached 952,000 HYPE ($45 million) NFTs went primarily to participants from November 2024 “Genesis” event Early adopters of Hyperliquid, the perpetuals-focused [...] The post Hyperliquid Airdrops Hypurr NFT Collection with Floor Price of $68,900 appeared first on Blockonomi.

Author: Blockonomi
Hyperliquid’s Hypurr NFTs Hit $76K Floor Price, But Hacker Steals 8 for $400K Profit

Hyperliquid’s Hypurr NFTs Hit $76K Floor Price, But Hacker Steals 8 for $400K Profit

A threat actor stole eight Hypurr NFTs worth approximately $400,000 within hours of the collection’s launch by compromising wallets that received the airdropped tokens on Hyperliquid’s HyperEVM layer. Blockchain investigator ZachXBT first reported the sophisticated theft targeting early Genesis Event participants who had opted to receive the free digital collectibles.Source: ZachXTB The Hyper Foundation distributed 4,600 unique cat-themed NFTs on September 28 to reward early supporters from the November 2024 Genesis Event. The collection immediately achieved a floor price of $68,900, with total trading volume reaching $45 million within 24 hours on OpenSea. At the time of writing, the floor price has surpassed $70K. The most expensive sale involved Hypurr #21, which featured rare “Knight Ghost Armor” traits, selling for 9,999 HYPE tokens, worth approximately $470,000. Some NFTs had traded over-the-counter for $88,000 before the official launch through DripTrade’s collateralized pre-sale system. The theft compounds security concerns plaguing Hyperliquid’s ecosystem following the $773,000 HyperDrive exploit and $3.6 million HyperVault rug pull within the same week. The rapid succession of attacks has intensified scrutiny of security practices across projects building on the decentralized exchange platform. Digital Cats Command Six-Figure Prices Despite Global Economic Pressures The Hypurr collection features generative art depicting cartoon cats with various traits, including sunglasses, wizard robes, and armor elements. Distribution allocated 4,313 NFTs to Genesis Event participants, 144 to the Hyper Foundation, and 143 to core contributors, including developers and artists. According to OpenSea data, over 1.3 million HYPE tokens were traded in the past 24 hours, equivalent to $61 million at current prices. The collection maintained 92.8% of supply held by 4,270 unique owners. Community reactions varied widely, with some celebrating life-changing windfalls while others criticized the wealth disparity. Creative director Alex Obymuralex praised the Hypurr design language as “timeless” rather than trend-driven, noting the collection’s simple forms and saturated colors lower intimidation barriers for mainstream adoption. He argued that recognizable silhouettes and joyful palettes create lasting brand equity beyond speculation cycles. Early adopters who participated in November’s Genesis Event received the NFTs at no cost beyond their initial platform engagement. The event centered on the launch of Hyperliquid’s native HYPE token and HyperEVM programmability layer. Notably, DripTrade’s over-the-counter system enabled pre-launch trading through collateralized agreements requiring sellers to fulfill transactions within seven days of receiving NFTs or forfeit deposited security. This mechanism allowed price discovery even before official distribution. Security Breaches Threaten Ecosystem Credibility The Hypurr NFT theft follows three major security incidents targeting Hyperliquid projects within one week. HyperDrive DeFi lost $773,000 through router contract vulnerabilities that enabled arbitrary function calls, while HyperVault developers executed a $3.6 million exit scam after ignoring community warnings about fabricated audit claims. Previous exploits include the March JELLY token manipulation, which cost $13.5 million, and the “ETH 50x Big Guy” trader, who netted a $1.8 million profit while causing $4 million in vault losses. This incident prompted a reduction in maximum leverage limits from 40x to 25x for major cryptocurrencies. Competition intensifies as ASTER DEX processes over $13 billion in daily perpetual futures volume, compared to Hyperliquid’s reduced activity. ASTER’s Trust Wallet integration provides 100 million users with direct access to perpetual contracts, challenging Hyperliquid’s market dominance. Arthur Hayes exited his entire HYPE position with a $823,000 profit, citing the massive token unlocks worth $11.9 billion that were set to start on November 29. He recently polled followers about re-entering after HYPE dropped 23% weekly to $35.50. However, community members have proposed blacklisting Hayes from purchasing HYPE, with some labeling his trades as the “ultimate sell signal.” Despite security challenges, Hyperliquid launched its USDH stablecoin, generating $2.2 million in early volume, while Native Markets secured the issuance mandate through a competitive governance voting process. The platform also activated HYPE/USDH spot trading following Native Markets’ commitment to stake 200,000 tokens for a period of three years. HYPE traded up 4.65% following the Hypurr launch, reaching $47.14 as community enthusiasm temporarily overshadowed ongoing security concerns and competition threats across the broader ecosystem

Author: CryptoNews
Anoma is now open for XAN Season 1 airdrops, and the deadline for redemption is October 5th.

Anoma is now open for XAN Season 1 airdrops, and the deadline for redemption is October 5th.

PANews reported on September 29th that Anoma tweeted that eligible users can now claim the first season (S1) of the XAN airdrop, with the deadline being 9:00 UTC on October 5th . The project also stated that the second season (S2) will be launched soon and will be larger in scale, primarily rewarding members who continue to contribute and support the community after the TGE .

Author: PANews
Bitlayer will close the BTR airdrop collection at 18:00 on September 30

Bitlayer will close the BTR airdrop collection at 18:00 on September 30

PANews reported on September 29th that Bitlayer Labs announced that its BTR token airdrop will officially end at 6:00 PM (Beijing Time) on September 30, 2025. Users must claim their BTR tokens before the deadline. Officials cautioned that BTR tokens not claimed within the specified timeframe will not be recovered.

Author: PANews
Hyperliquid Distributes Hypurr NFTs to Early Users, Floor Price Hits $68,900

Hyperliquid Distributes Hypurr NFTs to Early Users, Floor Price Hits $68,900

TLDR Hyperliquid distributed 4,600 Hypurr NFTs to early users on Sunday, with floor prices reaching $68,900 One rare NFT (#21) with Knight Ghost Armor traits sold for $467,000 (9,999 HYPE tokens) The collection generated $45 million in trading volume within 24 hours of launch 4,313 NFTs went to Genesis event participants from November 2024, with [...] The post Hyperliquid Distributes Hypurr NFTs to Early Users, Floor Price Hits $68,900 appeared first on CoinCentral.

Author: Coincentral
Web3 Testers Have a Bleak Future (Unless We Fix This)

Web3 Testers Have a Bleak Future (Unless We Fix This)

In Web3 testnets, testers start as heroes, proudly called “the community.” But after TGE fills project coffers, they’re often tossed aside like trash.

Author: Hackernoon