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**SOL** is the native [cryptocurrency](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) of [Solana](https://iq.wiki/wiki/solana), a Layer 1 blockchain that supports [smart contracts](https://iq.wiki/wiki/smart-contract) and dApps. Users can earn SOL by contributing to the *network* by being a node or validator. [\[1\]](#cite-id-11hrg9o0s7zj)  
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# Token Allocation  
  
The initial distribution of SOL was as follows: Seed Sale was allocated the largest percentage at 15.86%, followed by the Founding Sale at 12.63%, and the Validator Sale at 5.07%.The Strategic Sale was allocated 1.84%, while the Public Auction Sale was allocated 1.60%. The team and foundation were allocated an equal percentage of 12.50%, while the Community Reserve was allocated the highest percentage at 38.00%.[\[1\]](#cite-id-11hrg9o0s7zj)  
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# Funding  
  
Solana conducted five rounds of funding, with four of them being private sales. In 2019, three of the sales were held, which led to the team securing $20 million in capital from investors such as Multicoin Capital, BlockTower Capital, and Rockaway Ventures. The number of tokens that were sold during these private sales was not disclosed. The funds raised were allocated towards engineering and project management, according to an official statement. [\[2\]](#cite-id-jwaazm0n4zc)  
  
In 2020, the team conducted their fourth sale through a public auction on CoinList, which helped them raise $4 million. [\[2\]](#cite-id-jwaazm0n4zc) The [initial coin offering (ICO)](https://iq.wiki/wiki/initial-coin-offering) took place from March 16th to March 24th of 2020 with a total of $25 million raised. [\[5\]](#cite-id-p9toyoedvs)  
  
# Utility  
  
## Staking  
  
The Solana blockchain utilizes a [Proof-of-Stake](https://iq.wiki/wiki/proof-of-stake) mechanism to safeguard its network and verify fresh blocks in the chain. When users stake their SOL tokens as part of this process, they earn newly issued SOL rewards. [\[2\]](#cite-id-jwaazm0n4zc)[\[3\]](#cite-id-p4pk5mdy6rs)[\[4\]](#cite-id-98111unfp7t)  
  
The staking process involves delegating tokens to validators who process transactions and maintain the network. This model incentivizes both token holders and validators to work together and share risks and rewards. Validators can earn more rewards with the more stake they receive, and they may compete with other validators by offering lower commission fees to attract more stake. However, there is a potential risk of losing tokens through slashing, which involves the removal of a portion of a validator's delegated stake in response to malicious behavior. This loss of future rewards for the validator encourages network security and performance. [\[6\]](#cite-id-1texw117uqh)  
  
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## dApps  
  
The Solana ecosystem, allowing individuals to pay for various products and services. For instance, SOL is used to pay for trading fees on decentralized exchanges like Raydium. Additionally, all Solana NFTs are denominated in SOL. [\[2\]](#cite-id-jwaazm0n4zc)[\[4\]](#cite-id-98111unfp7t)  
A dApp is a *decentralized application*, or app that uses smart contracts. Any crypto program — like a marketplace, blockchain game, or tool used for DAO governance — is a dApp.

Solana (SOL) is a Layer 1 blockchain platform that supports smart contracts and decentralized applications, with SOL as its native cryptocurrency.

Solana (SOL)

Arbitrum is a scalable and privacy-preserving blockchain platform developed by Offchain Labs. It is designed to handle complex and data-intensive applications, such as decentralized finance (DeFi) and gaming, while providing fast and secure transaction processing.  
One of the key features of Arbitrum is its use of off-chain scaling, which enables it to handle much larger volumes of transactions than traditional blockchains without sacrificing security or decentralization. This is achieved by moving most transactions off the blockchain and into off-chain execution environments, while maintaining the integrity of the blockchain through cryptographic proof of the validity of the off-chain transactions.  
Arbitrum also provides privacy-preserving features, such as zero-knowledge proofs, which allow users to verify the validity of transactions without revealing the underlying data. This enables sensitive data, such as financial information, to be processed securely on the blockchain.  
Another important aspect of Arbitrum is its compatibility with Ethereum, the most popular blockchain platform for decentralized applications. This compatibility means that developers can easily port their existing Ethereum-based applications to the Arbitrum platform, leveraging its scalability and privacy features to create more advanced and secure applications.  
In conclusion, Arbitrum is a highly scalable and secure blockchain platform that provides privacy-preserving features for sensitive data, and is designed to handle complex and data-intensive applications. It also offers compatibility with Ethereum, enabling developers to easily port their existing applications to the platform.[\[1\]](#cite-id-gh3w1n9e6z)

Arbitrum is a scalable and privacy-preserving blockchain platform developed by Offchain Labs.

Arbitrum

**Hamster Kombat** is a tap-to-earn [crypto](https://iq.wiki/wiki/cryptocurrency) game powered by Telegram in which players take on the role of a CEO running a virtual [cryptocurrency exchange](https://iq.wiki/wiki/decentralized-exchange)\. The developers describe the game as a “crypto exchange CEO simulator” and not a “clicker” or “tapper” game\.\. \[1\]\[2\]  
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# Overview  
  
Hamster Kombat announced in May 2024 that it would launch a token on [The Open Network](https://iq.wiki/wiki/the-open-network-toncoin) (TON), a layer-1 [blockchain](https://iq.wiki/wiki/blockchain) originally created by Telegram before development continued externally by the community. [3]  
  
In the game, players begin as a bald hamster who accepts a contract to become the CEO of a cryptocurrency exchange. Users can tap the hamster avatar to generate in-game coins, but the main gameplay mechanic involves purchasing exchange upgrades to increase their hourly profit. [4]  
  
Players can earn coins by referring friends to play the game on Telegram or by completing more difficult in-game tasks. These tasks include solving a daily morse-code cipher linked to a secret word found in the game's daily YouTube videos or purchasing a combination of three specific daily upgrades. [5]  
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## Hamster Kombat's Growth  
  
In a public post to his Telegram channel’s 2.7 million subscribers, Telegram co-founder, [Pavel Durov](https://iq.wiki/wiki/pavel-durov) highlighted Hamster Kombat's growth. Since its launch in March 2024, the game has attracted over 200 million players.  
  
> "Hamster Kombat has become the latest Internet phenomenon everyone's talking about. 239 million people have signed up for this Telegram mini app in just 3 months  
>   
> It took Hamster only 73 days to reach 100 million monthly users. Each day, 4-5 million new users join Hamster Kombat, making it the fastest-growing digital service in the world. - Pavel Durov announced on July 4, 2024[6]  
>   
> Soon, Hamster’s team will mint its token on TON, introducing the benefits of blockchain to hundreds of millions of people. - he concluded.  
  
Hamster Kombat's X profile has grown to over 11 million followers since its creation in March 2024\. On Telegram\, the channel has over 51 million subscribers\, and on YouTube\, over 32 million subscribers as of July 2024\. \[2\]\[4\]\[9\]  
  
# HMSTR Airdrop  
  
The Hamster Kombat website notes a target of July 2024 for the token generation event (TGE), which is typically when a token [airdrop](https://iq.wiki/wiki/airdrop) becomes available for eligible players. Previously, during a Twitter Spaces session in early June, the team also mentioned they were aiming for a July launch. On how the airdrop will be handled, the team tweeted: [3]  
  
> "Airdrop will depend on the profit per hour and some other [activity] parameters that we will reveal later, NOT the coin balance. Play wisely"[10]  
  
On July 8, 2024, [Bybit exchange](https://iq.wiki/wiki/bybit) announced its listing of Hamster Kombat on its platform for pre-market trading. According to the announcement, Bybit’s pre-market OTC platform launched trading for HMSTR on July 8 at 10:00 am UTC. Details of the delivery schedule will be released shortly, the exchange said. [7]  
  
> "The inclusion of HMSTR tokens on our Pre-Market platform represents a significant step forward, providing users with the chance to get their hands on HMSTR tokens before they become listed for Spot trading.  
> This exclusive access allows users to secure HMSTR tokens ahead of the market and to lock in their purchase/sale prices early, marking an innovative advancement in our trading offerings." - Bybit announced[8][\[1\]](#cite-id-2ayzg2bwane)

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