To participate in Coinbase's BTC airdrop, users must complete identity verification, maintain a certain trading volume of BTC on the platform within a specific time frame, and keep the BTC in their Coinbase wallets until the airdrop distribution. The potential returns vary based on trading volume and the value of airdropped tokens. However, risks include regulatory scrutiny of Coinbase and market volatility. For retail investors, its appeal lies in Coinbase's reputation and ease of use, but the strict requirements may deter some.​