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In September 2020, Uniswap, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX) on Ethereum, launched its governance token, UNI, through a groundbreaking airdrop. Over 250,000 users who interacted with the platform before September 1 received 400 UNI tokens, valued at ~$1,200 initially, peaking at ~$16,800. This retroactive distribution rewarded early adopters, boosted platform visibility, and catalyzed DeFi’s 2020 boom. The airdrop’s success stemmed from its generosity, clear criteria (swapping, liquidity provision, or SOCKS token redemption), and alignment with decentralization ethos. However, only ~7% of recipients held their tokens long-term, highlighting challenges in sustaining engagement. Uniswap’s airdrop remains a landmark, inspiring subsequent DeFi projects
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