
Subscribe to Bankless or sign in
Zora's ZORA token will airdrop on April 23, but accusations of insider trading cast a shadow over its viral push by Base's Jesse Pollak.
What’s the Scoop?
- Airdrop Announcement:
Zora will launch its ZORA token on April 23, 2025, following a surge in attention on Base’s promotions of its platform.
- Snapshot Details: Two snapshots will determine token distribution, covering activity from January 2020 to April 2025.
- Community Backlash: Users raised concerns over insider trading and marketing tactics after significant wallet profits tied to early token buys.
Coinbase Connection: Zora’s ties to Coinbase Ventures have raised scrutiny, with some accusing the entity of leveraging insider positions.