Ethereum News Today: World Liberty Financial WLFI Launches on Ethereum Mainnet with 20% Token Unlock

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) has released its official 2025 unlock and trading guide, offering a structured pathway for token holders to claim their assets and for new investors to enter the market. The WLFI token is transitioning to a fully tradable and transferable asset on the Ethereum mainnet, with key dates and protocols clearly outlined to ensure a secure and transparent process.

According to the guide, the WLFI Lockbox—a secure on-chain smart contract—will become accessible on August 25, 2025, giving early supporters a one-week window to prepare before the token unlocks. This step is crucial for ensuring that token balances are moved into the secure unlocking contract, a process that will set wallets to zero in anticipation of the formal claim. On September 1, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. ET, trading will begin simultaneously on decentralized and centralized exchanges, alongside the first claimable unlock of 20% of early supporters’ holdings [2][3].

Participants in the $0.015 and $0.05 presale rounds are advised to follow a two-step claiming process: first, activating their Lockbox before the launch date, and second, claiming their initial 20% unlocked tokens after the trading window opens [2]. The remaining 80% of tokens will be subject to a community governance vote, allowing token holders to influence the future distribution timeline. Notably, tokens allocated to the project’s founders, team, advisors, and partners remain fully locked for the time being [1][3].

Security remains a central concern throughout the process. The WLFI Lockbox smart contract has been fully audited by Cyfrin, a leading Web3 security firm, and all interactions must occur exclusively through the official portal. Users are strongly advised to avoid third-party links and to never share their private keys or seed phrases [2][6]. Additionally, if the official website experiences high traffic during the launch, instructions will be provided for direct interaction with the audited smart contract via Etherscan [6].

For new buyers, WLFI will be available for purchase immediately upon the commencement of trading. Specific exchange partners have not yet been disclosed, though listings are confirmed for both DeFi decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and major centralized exchanges (CEXs). Official announcements are expected in the days leading up to September 1 [3].

The unlock process is part of a broader strategic shift by World Liberty Financial, which has also expanded its USD1 stablecoin supply. As of late August 2025, USD1’s total supply reached $2.4 billion, following an additional $205 million in minting. This growth is viewed as a strategic move to strengthen the project’s treasury ahead of the public trading debut of WLFI [6].

Amid these developments, the project has faced scrutiny regarding potential insider trading allegations involving its treasury arm, ALT5 Sigma. While ALT5 Sigma has denied any wrongdoing and stated that Jon Isaac, a former consultant, is not under investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the controversy raises ongoing questions about the management of high-profile involvement in crypto projects [6].

Despite these challenges, the WLFI ecosystem appears to be positioning itself as a competitive player in the crypto space. The phased unlock, transparent governance model, and expanding USD1 supply suggest a deliberate effort to build long-term trust and value. The success of this strategy will depend on the broader adoption and utility of WLFI after its full release.

As the token launch approaches, all participants are encouraged to follow the official guidance to ensure a smooth and secure transition. For early supporters, completing the Lockbox activation before September 1 is a critical step in accessing their unlocked tokens and participating in the next phase of the WLFI ecosystem [1][3].

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[1]title: WLFI Token Unlock: Crucial Details Emerge as Trading ...

(url: https://www.bitget.com/news/detail/12560604926376)

[2]title: WLFI Launches on Ethereum Mainnet – Full Guide

(url: https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/wlfi-launches-on-ethereum-mainnet-token-unlock-guide?srsltid=AfmBOoo31clN72BV7_siAtn5oiIOPgUY7OzYcv1GkHzshwVHesCRmXAC)

[3]title: Kripto_WLFI TR

(url: https://x.com/WLFI_TR_/status/19590180****1848297)

[6]title: Trump's World Liberty Expands USD1 Supply Amid ALT5 ...

(url: https://coingape.com/trumps-world-liberty-expands-usd1-supply-amid-alt5-sigma-insider-trading-allegations/)