Although some criticisms suggest that networks have not been used after #Airdrop , recent examples show that the situation is very different. The truth is that a well-structured airdrop brings not only short-term hype but also long-term user engagement and protocol growth. The $HYPE airdrop has become a striking example in this regard; it attracted whales due to high expectations, as users found it more logical to stay within this ecosystem rather than trading elsewhere. Similarly, side projects like $SUI and above $WAL kept the network alive thanks to well-designed distributions.

On the other hand, projects like $LINEA can overshadow their potential with weak distribution models. For example, if a system had been established where users would gradually unlock 50% of the tokens by showing loyalty to the network and trading, there could have been a much more active user base today. The case of $STRK showed us that some high-yield users continue to hold their tokens out of a sense of loyalty. This proves that a well-structured airdrop provides not only profit but also loyalty and long-term value.