{"id":18429,"date":"2025-01-13T06:41:59","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T06:41:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nft.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/13\/azuki-announces-launch-of-anime-token-expanding-its-vision-beyond-nfts\/"},"modified":"2025-01-13T06:41:59","modified_gmt":"2025-01-13T06:41:59","slug":"azuki-announces-launch-of-anime-token-expanding-its-vision-beyond-nfts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nft.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/01\/13\/azuki-announces-launch-of-anime-token-expanding-its-vision-beyond-nfts\/","title":{"rendered":"Azuki Announces Launch of ANIME Token, Expanding Its Vision Beyond NFTs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azuki, the renowned NFT collection within the Ethereum ecosystem, has officially announced plans to launch its token, <\/span><b>ANIME<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, set to debut in <\/span><b>January 2025<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This marks a significant milestone for the project, following the trend of major NFT collections such as <strong>Pudgy Penguins<\/strong> (<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/pudgy-penguin-nft\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">PENGU<\/a><\/strong>), <strong>Milady<\/strong> (<strong>CULT<\/strong>), and <strong>Magic<\/strong> <strong>Eden<\/strong> (<strong>ME<\/strong>) launching their respective tokens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ANIME token, a groundbreaking initiative, aims to transform the anime ecosystem into a community-owned creative economy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Launching on Ethereum and Arbitrum<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ANIME token will launch on Ethereum and Arbitrum, with an unprecedented <strong>50.5% of the total supply allocated directly to the community<\/strong>. This bold move underscores the project\u2019s commitment to decentralization and fan-driven creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Early supporters, including the Hyperliquid community (HYPE stakers), Kaito yappers, Arbitrum communities, and global anime fans, are invited to join this transformative movement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Vision: A Culture Coin for the Anime Ecosystem<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ANIME is more than just a token\u2014it\u2019s a \u201cCulture Coin,\u201d designed to bridge the gap between consumers and creators. By transforming anime fandom into a network of creativity and value, ANIME empowers fans to actively shape the future of the industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a total supply of <strong>10 billion tokens<\/strong> and an initial circulating supply of <strong>7.69 billion<\/strong>, ANIME establishes a community-first approach that ensures its longevity and inclusivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>ANIME Tokenomics<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Community Allocation (50.5%)<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Azuki Community (37.5%)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: As early contributors, Azuki community members will shape the future of Animecoin. This allocation will be fully unlocked at launch, with unclaimed tokens redirected to the Community Cultivation fund.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"2\"><b>Community Cultivation (13%)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Governed by AnimeDAO, this allocation funds community incentives and initiatives to foster growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Domain Expansion (24.44%)<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This allocation supports the Animecoin Foundation\u2019s efforts, including grant programs, ecosystem growth, and industry partnerships.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Partner Communities (2%)<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reserved for Hyperliquid, Kaito, Arbitrum, and aligned anime communities, more details on token claims will be released soon.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Team, Advisors, and Company (23.06%)<\/b>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Team and Advisors (15.62%)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Tokens unlock over three years with a one-year cliff, rewarding early contributors.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>Company (7.44%)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Reserved for Azuki\u2019s ongoing contribution and adoption of Animecoin.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Token Vesting Schedule<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-144686\" src=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2025-01-13-at-13.20.50.png\" alt=\"Unlock Schedule\" width=\"896\" height=\"458\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2025-01-13-at-13.20.50.png 896w, https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2025-01-13-at-13.20.50-300x153.png 300w, https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Screenshot-2025-01-13-at-13.20.50-768x393.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\"\/><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Category<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Unlock Schedule<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azuki Community<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully unlocked at launch<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Community Cultivation<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Fully unlocked at launch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Domain Expansion (Foundation)<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Fully unlocked at launch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Partner Communities<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Fully unlocked at launch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Team and Advisors<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Fully locked at launch. 33.33% unlocked at year 1 cliff. The remaining\u00a066.67% unlocks linearly from year 1 to year 3.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Company<\/span><\/td>\n<td>Fully locked at launch. 33.33% unlocked at year 1 cliff. The remaining\u00a066.67% unlocks linearly from year 1 to year 3.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3><b>Azuki\u2019s History and Revival<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Azuki made waves in 2021 as one of the most successful NFT collections on Ethereum, thanks to its distinctive design and innovative approach. However, declining NFT market activity in subsequent years affected its momentum. Speculation about an ANIME token began in early 2024, fueled by clues indicating its development. By March 2024, Azuki had partnered with Arbitrum to create a dedicated blockchain for anime culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Market Impact<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The announcement of the ANIME airdrop has already led to a surge in Azuki NFT prices, with floor prices climbing between 5% and 20%. This reaction highlights the community\u2019s strong interest in and enthusiasm for Azuki\u2019s next chapter.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>A New Era for NFTs and Anime Culture<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The launch of the ANIME token not only strengthens Azuki\u2019s position in the NFT space but also opens the door to a broader audience through the power of anime culture. This move mirrors the tokenization trend seen in other prominent NFT projects like Pudgy Penguins, Magic Eden, and Milady, signaling renewed momentum and innovation in the market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With its bold vision and strong community engagement, Azuki is set to redefine the intersection of NFTs, culture, and creative ownership.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>                    <!--begin code --><\/p>\n<p>                    <!--end code --><\/p><\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/azuki-announces-launch-of-anime-token-expanding-its-vision-beyond-nfts\/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=azuki-announces-launch-of-anime-token-expanding-its-vision-beyond-nfts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Azuki, the renowned NFT collection within the Ethereum ecosystem, has officially announced plans to launch its token, ANIME, set to debut in January 2025. 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