! The market craves transparency. People are over those high valuations with tiny float sizes and retail investors being treated like exit liquidity. 😤 ❓ So, what’s an ICO anyway? It’s all about public sales where users grab tokens directly from projects. The goal? Broad ownership, aligned contributors, and strong micro-communities. Just look at ETH, SOL, BNB, and LINK—they all started here! 🌟 ❌ What went sideways? - Sky-high FDV with tiny floats - Price discovery was a secret club - Retail investors left holding the bag - Bot attacks on first come first serve (FCFS) - Airdrops hoarded by opportunists ✔️ Here’s how the new wave is improving things: - Reputation-based access for true believers - Staker & creator pools to reward commitment - Data-driven holder selection—bye-bye bots! - Compliance frameworks that keep it safe for everyone Check out these five launchpads leading the charge 👇 ➡️ HoloworldAI: AI-focused sales linked to what creators do. But good luck competing