The ANIME coin, a community-driven cryptocurrency backed by Azuki and the Arbitrum Foundation, is set to launch on Ethereum and Arbitrum in January 2025. Designed to empower anime enthusiasts and creators, the token aims to foster an "open anime universe" by decentralizing fan engagement and supporting creative ecosystems.
Token Distribution Overview
50.5% allocated to the community:
- 37.5% for the Azuki community (early supporters).
- 13% reserved for Community Cultivation, managed by future AnimeDAO to fund incentives.
- 24.44% to the Animecoin Foundation: Grants and initiatives bridging anime and web3.
- 15.62% to the Azuki team/contractors: Locked for 3+ years (67%) or 1 year (33%).
- 7.44% to the Azuki company: Same vesting schedule as the team.
- 2% for partner communities: Including Hyperliquid (HYPE stakers), Kaito, and Arbitrum.
Key Features
- Total supply: 10 billion ANIME.
- Initial circulating supply: 7.69 billion.
- Unlocking: Community tokens are fully liquid at launch; team/company tokens follow staged vesting.
"ANIME is a Culture Coin — a movement transforming 1 billion anime fans into a community-owned network."
— Animecoin Foundation
Strategic Backing and Partnerships
The project leverages Azuki’s NFT influence and Arbitrum’s scalability to onboard anime fandoms into web3. Notable partner communities include:
- Hyperliquid (HYPE stakers).
- Kaito yappers.
- Arbitrum ecosystem participants.
Domain Expansion: A Nod to Anime Culture
The foundation’s grant program, Domain Expansion, references Jujutsu Kaisen’s iconic technique—symbolizing their mission to expand anime’s web3 footprint.
FAQs
Q: When will ANIME launch?
A: January 2025 (exact date TBA).
Q: How can the community acquire tokens?
A: Via allocations for Azuki holders, partner communities, and AnimeDAO initiatives.
Q: What’s the long-term vision for ANIME?
A: To decentralize anime fandom, supporting creators and fans through blockchain-based collaboration.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
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