8lends, a decentralized crowdlending platform, has launched its ecosystem token 8LNDS on the Base blockchain. This launch introduces a new on-chain reward model that ties token issuance directly to real user activity, aiming to foster genuine participation rather than speculation.
The 8LNDS token cannot be purchased; it can only be earned through active participation on the platform. This ensures a transparent distribution mechanism backed by real USDC rewards. The token’s supply is strictly capped at 100 million. For every token minted, an equivalent amount is bought and burned from the market to maintain balance and sustainability within the ecosystem. Launch campaigns are in progress, offering retrodrop and airdrop rewards to active investors and community members, reinforcing long-term engagement within the 8lends ecosystem.
About the 8LNDS Token
- •Token name: 8LNDS
- •Blockchain: Base
- •Initial supply: 100,000,000
- •Initial price: 0.001 USD
- •Liquidity: 100% paired with 100,000 USDC
- •Emission model: Controlled minting via on-chain Reward System Contract (minting can be disabled)
8LNDS functions as a marketing asset designed to reward user activity on the 8lends platform. While it cannot be bought, users can sell earned tokens immediately, subject to a vesting schedule. Tokens are minted exclusively to match real USDC-based rewards, minimizing reliance on fiat payouts. Prior to each minting event, the system executes a market buy-and-burn of the equivalent amount, ensuring the total circulating supply remains fixed at 100 million. This process guarantees transparency, balance, and long-term sustainability for the token.
Token Utilities and Reward Programs
The 8LNDS token is integrated directly into the platform’s ecosystem through a unified Reward Smart Contract, supporting a variety of incentive mechanisms:
- •Investment bonus: Every investor earns 6% of their invested amount in $8LNDS, vested over 10 months.
- •Retrodrop and airdrop campaigns: The Zealy and Galxe reward pool contains approximately 5 million 8LNDS. The final amount a user receives is determined by a snapshot of their holdings at a specified time.
Launch Roadmap
The rollout of 8LNDS is structured in two distinct stages:
- •Stage 1 – Launch and reward activation: Liquidity has been provisioned, and the reward system is now active, distributing 8LNDS through investment, airdrop, and retrodrop programs. The token will not be available for public sale at its launch. However, holders will have the freedom to trade it on decentralized exchanges (DEX).
- •Stage 2 – Ecosystem expansion: Following the initial launch phase, 8lends plans to further expand the token’s ecosystem and enhance user accessibility. This upcoming phase will concentrate on achieving broader market exposure and deepening the token's integration within the platform’s financial infrastructure. Additional details regarding this stage will be communicated at a later date.
This carefully planned phased approach is designed to ensure sustainable token growth, effectively preventing speculative price spikes while simultaneously rewarding long-term community engagement.
Community Incentives
To acknowledge and reward early users, 8lends is launching two distinct community campaigns: a retrodrop and an airdrop. The retrodrop will be accessible to users who have invested a minimum of $100. A snapshot of user holdings will be taken in mid-November, with rewards automatically distributed shortly thereafter. These tokens will adhere to a 10-month vesting schedule, featuring an immediate unlock of 2.5% and the remainder released weekly. No manual claiming process is required, as all rewards are managed by the on-chain Reward System and are visible within the user dashboard.
An airdrop campaign will also be conducted, specifically targeting active contributors in the Zealy and Galxe campaigns. The precise distribution details and timing for this airdrop will be announced imminently. It is confirmed that rewards will be allocated based on verified engagement and will be issued directly to eligible wallets. Airdrop tokens will not be subject to any vesting periods.
Both of these campaigns are strategically designed to foster a stronger long-term community and ensure that tokens are distributed to users who are actively supporting the platform. All rewards are issued via the on-chain Reward System and are readily visible in the user dashboard.
“The launch of 8LNDS is our way of proving that DeFi can create real-world change. Our community isn’t here to chase the next hype cycle; they’re helping real businesses get funded, grow, and make an impact. Crowdlending turns crypto participation into something tangible, and that’s the future we’re building together.”
About 8lends
8lends is a web3 lending platform that enables investors to earn passive income in USDC by funding real-world business loans at fixed interest rates, potentially reaching up to 25% per year. Launched in 2025 as a spin-off from the Swiss P2P fintech company Maclear, which has already facilitated over €49 million in funding, 8lends combines Maclear’s institutional-grade risk scoring capabilities with compliant DeFi lending practices, all backed by tangible business assets. Unlike traditional trading or yield farming activities, investments made on 8lends directly support real companies while providing predictable returns. Designed with a focus on accessibility and security, 8lends aims to bring high-yield, asset-backed investing opportunities to the cryptocurrency economy.