IOST 3.0 Official Launch: New Website + Airdrop Details Revealed

Published March 8, 2025 · 3 min read

Introduction

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of IOST 3.0, marking a significant milestone in our journey. This evolution transforms IOST into a specialized BNBChain Layer 2 solution, focused on revolutionizing Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization and liquidity, and next-generation payment infrastructure.

IOST 3.0 Official Website Launch

Today marks the release of our completely redesigned website and comprehensive technical documentation for IOST 3.0. These resources provide detailed insights into our technological advancements, ecosystem architecture, and development opportunities.

Our new digital presence at https://iost.io highlights IOST's transformation through four technological pillars:

1. Real-World Asset (RWA) Tokenization: Infrastructure built to scale to trillions, with over $1 billion already committed
2. Liquidity Engine: Proprietary technology transforming illiquid assets into instantly accessible liquidity
3. PayFi Suites: Next-generation Layer-2 payment solution for near-instant, ultra-low-cost transactions
4. PayPIN: The first DID wearable device for payments, rewards, and biometric data monitoring

For developers, we've released comprehensive documentation at https://docs.iost.io with technical specifications, API references, and detailed guides for building on IOST 3.0.

IOST 3.0 Airdrop Program Policies Revealed

In conjunction with our official launch, we're announcing a substantial airdrop program to reward our community and expand participation in the IOST 3.0 ecosystem. The IOST team is committed to being fully transparent and fair throughout this process, ensuring that all community members have equal access to information and opportunities. With transparency at the core of our approach, we're publicly releasing all airdrop policies, distribution methodologies, and eligibility criteria for community review before implementation.

Following this announcement, we are revealing the detailed policies:

To L1 Holders

• Allocation: 852.8 million IOST tokens
• Eligibility: Current IOST holders on the L1 blockchain
• Minimum Balance Requirement: 1,000 IOST tokens
• Distribution: Based on holding amount and duration
• Vesting: Linear vesting over 48 months
• Distribution Frequency: Monthly on 9th of each month
• Claiming: A portal will be launched before April 1st to ensure that users can claim airdrops seamlessly

See our L1 airdrop documentation for complete calculation formulas and examples.

To Exchange Holders

• Allocation: 852.8 million IOST tokens
• Minimum Balance Requirement: 1,000 IOST tokens on participating exchanges
• Snapshot: Upcoming in March (specific date to be announced)
• Distribution: Over 48 months
• Participating Exchanges: List of exchanges will be announced next week before snapshot
• Claiming: Each exchange has the discretion to distribute their airdrop allocations in different ways at different frequencies

View exchange documentation for allocation details. Each exchange will have its own claiming process.

Both components of the airdrop will distribute tokens over a lock up period according to tokenomics.

IOST's Commitment to Transparency

Our transparency measures for the airdrop program include:

• Public Criteria: All eligibility requirements and formulas published before snapshot
• Open Timeline: Complete schedule of distribution events published in advance
• Regular Updates: Ongoing reporting of distribution progress

For exchanges interested in participating in the IOST airdrop program, please contact us at dev@iost.io.

The IOST team welcomes all kind of advices, if you have any advice, please contact us at: dev@iost.io.

Follow us on X @iost_official for the latest updates and announcements, including the upcoming list of participating exchanges.