Telegram tap-to-earn airdrop projects have gained significant traction in the crypto community, offering an easy gateway for users to earn tokens by completing simple tasks like joining groups and referring others. However, the future of these projects in 2025 hangs in the balance.
Projects like NotCoin, and Dogs, initially positioned themselves as the “Big boys" and following their massive success, we witnessed a historically significant onboarding onto the crypto/web3 space. NotCoin launched with heavy hype, promising decentralized utility but ultimately failed to deliver a sustainable ecosystem. While its initial airdrop attracted thousands, the lack of utility and unclear roadmap led to its downfall.
$DOGS and $CAT, both meme-driven tokens, saw contrasting fates. $DOGS built a vibrant community with innovative staking mechanisms, but it struggled with long-term scalability. On the other hand, $CAT rode the meme-wave successfully, leveraging partnerships and airdrops to secure exchange listings, becoming one of the few tap-to-earn projects to mature into a serious asset.
MemeFi, a project combining DeFi with tap-to-earn, achieved short-term success by integrating gamified staking and community-driven governance. Yet, it struggled to maintain token value once the initial hype dissipated, a common pitfall in the space.
Despite these mixed outcomes, TapSwap, a platform which boasts millions of users, highlights the uncertainties of 2025. While its large community suggests potential, critics argue that its lack of transparent tokenomics and clear utility, raise doubts about long-term sustainability. Several factors contribute to the uncertainty surrounding "Tap to Earn" airdrops. Regulatory environments, technological advancements, and shifting user behaviors can all impact the viability of these projects.
While they remain an attractive entry point for crypto newcomers, the projects that fail to innovate risk fading into obscurity.
In 2025 the success of Telegram airdrop projects will likely depend on their ability to innovate beyond short-term user acquisition. Projects must prioritize utility, robust ecosystems, and clear tokenomics. Without these, they risk becoming fleeting trends in an increasingly competitive crypto market. As history shows, community hype is not enough;
Sustainability and value creation are key to their survival.