NOT Series (Seventeen): Future Trends of Tap-to-Earn
The Tap-to-Earn gameplay started with Notcoin and is now becoming a new trend in Web3. Simply put, it involves earning tokens by tapping the screen, with a low barrier to entry that makes it accessible to almost everyone. In the future, I think it will evolve from a purely gaming experience to a more intelligent interaction, for example, by integrating AI to make mining not just mechanical clicking but also personalized tasks based on user habits. This can increase user engagement and prevent players from getting bored quickly.
Another trend is cross-platform expansion. Currently, Tap-to-Earn is mainly on Telegram, but it will soon spread to other social apps and even metaverse environments. Imagine chatting on Discord or TikTok while earning tokens—how massive would that traffic be? Notcoin has already paved the way, and future projects might incorporate AR technology to turn mining into a real-world 'treasure hunt' game. This is not just entertainment, but it can also stimulate the real economy, for example, by exchanging brand-sponsored tasks for tokens.
Of course, economic sustainability is key. Early Tap-to-Earn models relied on airdrops to attract users, but in the long run, they need solid value support. One trend is the multifunctionality of tokens; for instance, Notcoin is exploring uses for DeFi lending or NFT exchanges. Another is the deepening of community governance, where users can vote to decide token distribution, enhancing the sense of belonging. At the same time, regulation will catch up, and projects will need more transparent audits to avoid being labeled as 'Ponzi'.
Finally, I am optimistic about the explosion of Tap-to-Earn in emerging markets, especially in Asia and Africa, where there are many mobile users who are sensitive to small incomes. The success of Notcoin proves that this model can break boundaries, and in the future, it may collaborate with traditional gaming giants to create hybrid models. In short, this is not a passing fad but an important step towards the popularization of Web3.
