Midnight Airdrop Sees 250M Tokens Claimed in 24 Hours

The Midnight Airdrop saw an unprecedented surge of participation as over 250 million NIGHT tokens were claimed within 24 hours of the distribution’s launch [2]. The event, described as the largest multi-chain airdrop of 2025, attracted a diverse range of participants from major blockchain networks, including ADA, BTC, and ETH [2]. The rapid claim rate highlighted the effectiveness of airdrop-based strategies in decentralised finance and demonstrated strong early interest in privacy-focused initiatives [2].

Cardano users played a central role in the airdrop, with a significant portion of the tokens claimed by holders of ADA. However, the process was not without technical challenges. Users of Ledger hardware wallets, in particular, encountered difficulties due to a lack of support for certain Midnight-related functions at the time of the airdrop [1]. These issues led to delays and confusion for some participants, sparking discussions across social media and community forums. The Midnight Foundation has since been actively working to resolve these connectivity problems and improve the user experience [2].

The airdrop marked a major milestone for Midnight, a project co-founded by Charles Hoskinson, who emphasized the importance of privacy in blockchain technology [2]. The event aimed to introduce privacy-first smart contracts to a broader audience while promoting cross-chain privacy solutions. With 11,000 unique addresses across eight different blockchains participating, the distribution underscored the growing interoperability of blockchain ecosystems and the potential for such projects to scale beyond isolated networks [2].

From a market perspective, the event reflected the evolving trends in token economics, where fast and large-scale token distributions are becoming more common. The success of the airdrop suggests that well-planned, community-driven initiatives can generate significant liquidity and engagement, provided that technical and logistical challenges are addressed in advance [1]. The incident also serves as a cautionary reminder that compatibility with third-party tools is essential for seamless user experiences during major token events.

As the blockchain industry continues to mature, airdrops are increasingly being used as a strategic tool for onboarding users and building decentralized communities. The Midnight Airdrop provides a case study in how such initiatives can succeed when supported by strong community interest and robust technical infrastructure [2].

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[1] Midnight Airdrop Sees 250M NIGHT Claimed Under 24 ... (https://coingape.com/midnight-airdrop-sees-250m-night-claimed-under-24-hours-as-ada-ledger-users-face-issues/)

[2] Cardano Founder Amazed as 11000 Addresses Across 8 ... (https://thecryptobasic.com/2025/08/06/cardano-founder-amazed-as-11000-addresses-across-8-blockchains-claim-250m-night-tokens-within-hours/)