Core Blockchain (Core DAO): The Destination for Bitcoin Yield & Bitcoin Staking
Core Blockchain (Core DAO): The Destination for Bitcoin Yield & Bitcoin Staking
Core Ignition Drop Season 2 is Live
5 min read · September 11, 2024
Core Ignition Drop Season 2 is Live

Are you ready to dive into Season 2 of Core Ignition Drop? Core Ignition Drop is Core’s incentive program that acts as the gateway to the future of BTCfi. Let’s dive into what Ignition is, recap the success of Season 1, and tell you everything about what’s new in Season 2.

What is Core Ignition Drop?

Core Ignition Drop is a dynamic incentive program designed to fuel the growth of the BTCfi ecosystem on the Core blockchain. It aims to provide developers, dApps, and users with the tools and incentives they need to engage and thrive within the Core ecosystem.

Season 1 saw over 50K user signups, 20+ engagement campaigns with 14 BTCfi projects, 200K+ social reach, 44M+ in asset engagements and billions of Sparks rewarded as stated in this other Core Ignition Drop blog.

Benefits for Season 1 Participants

For those who participated in Season 1, you’ll be pleased to know that:

  • Season 1 Badges Carry Over: All your hard-earned badges will transfer to Season 2.

  • Team Retention: Your Season 1 team can continue into Season 2.

  • Unlocking Invite Codes: Season 1 users without an invite code will have the opportunity to unlock one in Season 2.

What’s Changing in Season 2?

  • User-Friendly Interface: A more intuitive design is on the way to enhance your experience.

  • Clearer Dashboard: Easily track your Sparks and assets, with straightforward access to all ecosystem dApps.

  • Revamped Spark Mechanics: Expect even more Sparks to be awarded, making participation even more rewarding!

What’s Next for Core Ignition Season 2?

Gearing up for Season 2, the opportunities are expanding! Here’s what you can look forward to:

  • Gamified and Dynamic Spark Mechanism: Level up your engagement with a revamped Spark system designed to reward participation in fun and interactive ways.

  • New Web3 Games: Get ready for exciting new games that will connect with even more users, enhancing the overall experience.

  • Team Play Mechanisms: Collaborate with others to earn rewards and unlock special bonuses.

  • Increased Social Media Engagement: Core is making it easier for users to join the action and stay connected.

  • Expanded Diversity: An ecosystem with more participants, and a variety of dApps and projects joining the Core network.

  • Continued Focus on BTCfi: The Core narrative remains strong, driving innovation and collaborations in the DeFi space.

  • More DeFi Collabs: Expect new collaborations that will fuel the growth of the Core ecosystem.

  • New Sectors: Look out for SocialFi and additional Web3 games being integrated into the Core Ignition Drop campaign.

Step-by-step guide on how to navigate through Ignition Season 2

How to Get Started with Core Ignition (as a new user)

Step 1: Visit the Ignition Website

To kick off your journey, head over to https://ignition.coredao.org/ and click on the "Get Ignited" button. This is your gateway to accessing all the resources and tools available within the Ignition program.

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Step 2: Create Your Account

Once on the Core Ignition Drop website, you’ll need to create an account. This will allow you to participate in challenges, track your progress, and earn rewards. Follow the prompts to sign up and complete your profile.

Step 3: Explore the Gamified and Dynamic Spark Mechanism

Core Ignition Season 2 introduces a revamped Spark system designed to reward your participation in fun and interactive ways. As you engage with the Core ecosystem, you’ll earn Sparks that reflect your contributions. Keep an eye out for challenges that allow you to maximize your Spark earnings!

Get Ready for Ignition Season 2

Core Ignition has already made a significant impact in Season 1, and with Season 2, the stakes are even higher. If you’re excited about the future of BTCfi on Core, now’s the time to get involved.

Stay tuned for updates, and join the Core Ignition Telegram/Discord channels for the latest news and community discussions. Together, let’s shape the future of the BTCfi landscape!

About Core

Core serves as the Proof of Stake layer for Bitcoin as the first enabler of Non-Custodial Bitcoin Staking, which secures a fully EVM-compatible BTCfi ecosystem. Since April 2024, over 5,500 BTC valued at more than $315 million have been staked with Core, enhancing Bitcoin’s utility and security.

Core is the most Bitcoin-aligned EVM blockchain with ~55% of Bitcoin mining hash power contributing to the network’s security. This breakthrough has amassed millions of Core adopters - over 20M unique addresses, 275M+ transactions, and over 315M TVL since its mainnet launch in January 2023.