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Airdrop Dynamics in Perp DEXs Through the Lens of the edgeX Incident: Data Structure Anomalies and the Early User Trust Crisis

Airdrop Dynamics in Perp DEXs Through the Lens of the edgeX Incident: Data Structure Anomalies and the Early User Trust Crisis

The core issue behind the EdgeX airdrop controversy is a chain reaction that began with anomalies in data structures, escalated to opaque airdrop rules, led to a breakdown in on-chain transparency, and ultimately resulted in the collapse of community trust.

Blog Team2026-04-03

Airdrops No Longer a Path to Wealth? What the edgeX Airdrop Controversy Reveals About Shifting Dynamics in the Crypto Industry

Airdrops No Longer a Path to Wealth? What the edgeX Airdrop Controversy Reveals About Shifting Dynamics in the Crypto Industry

In the edgeX airdrop event, the total value locked (TVL) was only around $200 million, yet there were over $1 billion in open positions. Nearly all early users ended up on the losing side, as on-chain associations and unfair distribution sparked industry-wide skepticism about the structural integrity of the airdrop mechanism.

Blog Team2026-04-02

Gate Integrates with Polymarket: Today’s Trending Prediction—Will edgeX FDV Hit $1 Billion?

Gate Integrates with Polymarket: Today’s Trending Prediction—Will edgeX FDV Hit $1 Billion?

This article leverages the latest data from the Gate platform to highlight today’s most noteworthy prediction events and explains how you can join the action with zero gas fees on Gate.

Blog Team2026-04-01

edgeX EDGE Airdrop Distribution Begins: Multi-Wallet Strategy and Interaction Deadline Approaching

edgeX EDGE Airdrop Distribution Begins: Multi-Wallet Strategy and Interaction Deadline Approaching

edgeX Launches EDGE Airdrop Distribution—Users Can Customize Allocation Ratios Across Multiple Wallets. This article explores its interaction mechanism, industry impact, and operational strategies. The interaction window is open until March 31.

Blog Team2026-03-20