Starknet

dYdX (Native)

In an electrifying update for the crypto community, the Ethereum layer-2 scaling solution Starknet has <a href="https://medium.com/&#64;StarknetFoundation/introducing-the-starknet-provisions-program-05d03ce13970" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">announced</a> the official launch date of its eagerly awaited token airdrop. Scheduled for February 20, this groundbreaking “provisions program” is set to reward almost 1.3 million wallets with free STRK tokens, marking a significant milestone in Starknet’s evolution and its efforts to enhance blockchain scalability and efficiency.The Starknet Foundation, the driving force behind this initiative, has outlined that a wide array of participants will be eligible for the airdrop. This includes dedicated Starknet users and developers, enthusiasts of decentralized apps (dApps) integrated with the network, and notably, Ethereum stakers who might not have directly engaged with Starknet’s offerings before.As part of this generous airdrop, over 700 million STRK tokens are slated for distribution between February 20 and June 20, heralding the first phase of a plan to circulate 1.8 billion STRK tokens among the community and users. The initiative isn’t just about rewarding the community but is also aimed at establishing a robust governance model for Starknet. Here, the STRK token will play a pivotal role, granting holders significant voting power in the network’s future direction.Among the beneficiaries are individuals who have interacted with or contributed to Starknet before November 15, with allocations ranging dramatically from 500 to a whopping 180,000 STRK, based on their activity levels. A notable highlight is the Starknet Early Community Members Program, which rewards over 2,000 pioneers for their early contributions, underscoring the network’s commitment to its foundational members.<h2 id="header-0">Starkware’s Airdrop Bonanza</h2>A significant focus of the airdrop is on users of StarkEx-powered dApps, notably the borrowing and lending platform dYdX. As one of the most popular platforms in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, dYdX users are specifically recognized in this airdrop, highlighting the critical role they play in the ecosystem. Eligible dYdX users will <a href="https://x.com/dydxfoundation/status/1757694055717167221?s&#61;20" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">receive</a> 111.1 STRK, provided they engaged with the platform before June 1, 2022. This gesture not only rewards early adopters of dYdX but also strengthens the bond between Starknet and one of its most successful integrated platforms.The inclusion of dYdX users in the Starknet airdrop underscores the interconnectedness of the DeFi ecosystem and the importance of collaboration and mutual support among platforms. By rewarding these users, Starknet is not only acknowledging their contribution to the network’s growth but also incentivizing further engagement and development within the DeFi space.Moreover, the airdrop extends its generosity to Ethereum developers, contributors, and stakers, broadening the scope to include those who may have not directly engaged with Starknet or StarkEx-powered applications. For instance, Ethereum stakers with validators active before the significant Merge event in 2022 are eligible for 1,800 STRK per validator, with enhanced rewards for those who staked before the Beacon Chain’s inception in December 2020.The airdrop represents a monumental achievement for Starknet, which has seen its total value locked (TVL) surge from under $1 million at the beginning of 2023 to over $56.7 million, according to <a href="https://defillama.com/chain/Starknet" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">data</a> from DefiLlama. This impressive growth, fueled in part by anticipation of the airdrop, highlights Starknet’s burgeoning impact on the crypto and DeFi sectors.As the February 20 launch date approaches, the crypto community is abuzz with excitement. Starknet’s airdrop is not just a token giveaway; it’s a bold step towards democratizing access to a more scalable, efficient, and participatory blockchain ecosystem. For users of dYdX and other platforms, as well as Ethereum stakers, this event represents a unique opportunity to be part of Starknet’s innovative journey toward reshaping the future of blockchain technology.

Starknet’s STRK Airdrop to Benefit dYdX Users and Beyond

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