VISI.NEWS | BANDUNG – As investor attention gradually shifts from Bitcoin (BTC) to alternative cryptocurrencies, a wave of new airdrop initiatives is emerging, giving crypto enthusiasts low-cost opportunities to access high-potential projects.

One standout is Nexus, a Layer-1 blockchain built on zkVM technology. Though its airdrop is not officially confirmed, the project has raised $27.2 million across four funding rounds, with backing from major players like Pantera Capital and DragonFly Capital. Nexus Labs recently launched a community points system that allows users to earn “NEX” points by contributing to the ecosystem—whether through development, social engagement, or running nodes. The first distribution is set for Tuesday, July 22, and these points are expected to convert into tokens when the mainnet launches in Q3 2025.

Another notable project is Common, a decentralized social network with $20 million in funding from investors including Coinbase Ventures, Polychain Capital, and ParaFi Capital. The platform introduced “Aura Points” in April, incentivizing users through social interactions and task-based quests. On July 17, Common rolled out a new set of quests to further engage the community and expand eligibility for a potential token drop.

Also attracting attention is Try Your Best (TYB), a community commerce platform founded by TY Haney. Built on the Avalanche blockchain, TYB aims to connect brands with their communities. The platform has secured $20.8 million in investment from firms such as Coinbase Ventures, Strobe Ventures, and Offline Ventures. Users can participate in brand-related activities on the site to earn TYB coins, which may later convert into platform tokens.

With strong venture backing and user-centric reward models, these projects represent some of the most promising airdrop opportunities in the current altcoin cycle. @ffr