As excitement continues to ramp up ahead of launch so do our efforts to keep pace with rapidly growing interest, address concerns around a fair launch, and double down on our commitment to the Stonkbroker ecosystem and broader crypto community.
Furthermore, we take community feedback seriously and are considering potential changes to $CLOCKIN’s tokenomics to ensure we’re building something special for all of crypto.
Yes, activated Stonkbroker holders should be meaningfully recognized in perpetuity. But for the ecosystem to truly grow, we must also give those outside of it a compelling reason to enter, participate and become part of what comes next.
We're also taking the appropriate steps from an IP and brand-alignment perspective through extensive discussions with the Clutch Labs team to ensure the project is executed thoughtfully, meets the highest possible standard and does the ticker justice without stepping on any toes.
Any confirmed changes will be published through our two official channels: the $CLOCKIN X account and our website.
1. The Trading Floor Telegram Group
Welp... This has certainly caused a bit of a stir.
To be clear The Trading Floor was created back in July by $CLOCKIN team member @AllCityBAYC and a group of highly active Stonkbroker ecosystem participants in anticipation of the launchpad going live.
What initially seemed like a fun first activation (sharing the $CLOCKIN contract address with the group ahead of X) should now be adjusted to reflect the project’s growing momentum and our commitment to a fair launch. We also agree that while sharing the address on one social platform over another should be up to the project's preference, this could be viewed as providing unequal access –– which ain't us.
Therefore, we've listened to feedback and will release the address simultaneously through The Trading Floor and our official X account to ensure the process is clear and fair. Or who knows, maybe just X and that post shared to The Trading Floor afterwards.
Either way, stick to official channels for final launch details. We'll also be discussing the process during our next meeting with the Clutch Labs team to ensure every step follows their preferred best practices for projects using the launchpad.
All of that being said, to be clear: The Trading Floor is not a cabal or private insider group. It is a simple read-only channel with more than 1,280 members and continuing to grow, with invitations available to anyone who requests one, which will open up for general chat when the launchpad opens up.
It is also worth noting that group links were shared openly across Stonkbroker community chats when it was established, and the only reason the link is not posted publicly is to reduce bots, scammers and impersonators. We've even brought on an additional member to the admin team who will be dedicated to sniffing out scams.
We are now hearing that other community members, including SimpleFarmer, are being inundated with requests to join. That is neither sustainable nor what anyone wants –– so removing any perceived early-access advantage should reduce that pressure while ensuring everyone receives the contract address at the same time.
The community-operated group has also remained read-only to avoid pulling activity away from existing Stonkbroker channels before the launchpad goes live. In the meantime, members have been encouraged to explore and support every project already launched within the Stonkbroker ecosystem.
Intentions = always good.
2. Airdrops
Airdrops have also become an unexpected point of friction that we are working to navigate as thoughtfully as possible.
From the beginning, our intentions have been clear: become a support lever for the Stonkbroker ecosystem and drive value back to activated Stonkbrokers. However, another important part of this project is providing a lower barrier of entry for people looking to become part of something greater.
Concerns have also been raised that providing airdrops to activated Stonkbrokers could be perceived as an unethical way to incentivize an established community to purchase our token.
Now to be clear, nothing could be further from our intentions; however we must remain cautious and ensure that both our intentions and the perception of our actions are held to the highest possible standards.
We are currently engaged in detailed discussions with the multiple teams helping to guide this project determine how these rewards can be executed fairly, responsibly and ethically.
In closing, what began with an extended focus on activated Stonkbrokers only is now being actively expanded for the broader crypto community, giving more people the opportunity to participate in and celebrate this important moment for the industry and the unique ecosystem SimpleFarmer has built through Stonkbroker.
The vision has expanded –– but the countdown hasn’t stopped.
This is how we build.
Stay ready 🚀🚀
