Magic Eden, a leading platform in the NFT space, officially announced the launch of its new ecosystem token, ME.
New ME Token for All Blockchains
Magic Eden, which started as a Solana-based platform, has evolved into a multi-chain environment. The ME token is designed to facilitate transactions across various blockchain networks, including Solana, Ethereum, Base, and Polygon.
Benefits of the Magic Eden Wallet
The ME token will be exclusively available through the Magic Eden Wallet, built on the ME DAO's open-source code. This wallet, used by over 250,000 monthly active users, offers features such as cross-chain swaps, on-ramp services, and digital asset management. Magic Eden Wallet users will receive ME rewards, incentivizing participation in the ecosystem.
Overcoming the Single Chain Era
ME Foundation Director Matt Szenics discussed the token's significance in an evolving blockchain landscape: 'The era of single chain maximalism is over,' Szenics stated, citing Magic Eden's strong position. The platform has over $6 billion in trading volume and holds a significant share of the NFT market, accounting for 60% of all NFT revenue and over 80% of trading volume for Bitcoin Ordinals and Runes. ME will be a powerful tool as Magic Eden expands beyond NFTs into broader digital ownership.
The exact launch date for the ME token has not yet been disclosed, but additional details on tokenomics and utility will be provided soon. The token will be available through both desktop and mobile versions of the Magic Eden Wallet, though it will not be claimable in certain jurisdictions, including the United States.
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