Ethereum News Today: Emperor Forges Web3 Empire with $EMPI: Gaming, DeFi Unite

The Emperor ecosystem launched its native token $EMPI on October 28, 2025, marking a pivotal step in its evolution from a decentralized exchange to a full-scale Web3 gaming and DeFi platform, according to a TradingView report. Built on Binance Smart Chain (BSC), $EMPI unifies a suite of products, including the Emperor Games Platform, The Last Emperor (a skill-based shooter in beta), and the Emperor X Launchpad, which will enable gamified token launches. The token's introduction aligns with a broader crypto market rally, as Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) showed renewed bullish momentum amid ETF inflows, according to an FXStreet roundup.

The $EMPI tokenomics reflect a community-centric approach, with 30% of the 100 million total supply allocated for ecosystem growth and rewards. Team and advisor allocations are subject to vesting periods, while 10% of the supply is locked for liquidity to ensure long-term stability, the TradingView report noted. The project emphasized a "fair launch" with no presales or preloaded wallets, a strategy designed to democratize access. Initial listings on PancakeSwap and platforms like DEXTools, CoinMarketCap, and CoinGecko are expected to drive early adoption.

Emperor's roadmap outlines phased expansion, beginning with community campaigns and AMAs, followed by CEX integrations and partnerships with Web3 gaming studios. Phase 3 will introduce governance rights for $EMPI holders, while Phase 4 envisions cross-chain gaming and real-world IP licensing, the TradingView report adds. The ecosystem also plans to reward holders through tournaments, giveaways, and exclusive beta access to games.

The launch coincides with a surge in DeFi adoption, as seen in initiatives like SharpLink Gaming's $200 million ETH deployment on Linea to generate onchain yields. Meanwhile, broader market optimism—driven by Bitcoin's push above $114,000 and Ethereum's steady performance—creates a favorable backdrop for projects like Emperor, the FXStreet roundup observed.