Forgd

Forgd.com is now free to use for all blockchain projects! 🛠️ We are reinventing Web3 advisory by giving power back to the builders. Create an account and explore our free tools for Tokenomics Design, Liquidity Monitoring, Cap Table Management, and Financial Planning. BONUS: We're providing specialized tools for projects building on @Solana. We're really excited about the traction we've seen thus far. Since our beta launch in January, over 250 Solana ecosystem projects have benefited from our tools and guides. We're eager to get your feedback on what you'd like to see next! Come see us speak at @SolanaConf in Singapore! Forgd is led by @MolidorShane, previously CEO @AscendEX_ & @ffstrauf, previously founder and CEO of Tokenomics DAO (acquired by Forgd). For more information, please visit Forgd.com and follow us on our X to stay updated with our latest developments!

Transparency isn't the default in Web3 — because hiding can still pay. Projects won't disclose unless incentives change. But without transparency, investors can't make informed decisions — and institutions stay away. Sunlight isn't optional. It's the unlock for real adoption 👇

Too many strong projects lose to exchanges, market makers, and launch mechanics — not because of weak fundamentals, but weak go-to-market strategy. @Forgd_ exists to fix that: Tokenomics design, market maker engagement, exchange strategy, liquidity optimization, and post-TGE performance — all under one roof, free to use 👇

Forgd Founder @MolidorShane is joining @CryptoAmerica_ today to discuss the fragile state of crypto markets, and recent insider trading allegations across the industry. Tune in here:

As institutions move down the asset curve, the lack of market hygiene becomes obvious. Price ≠ value. Illiquidity, noise, and obfuscation dominate the long tail. Most funds won't take assets seriously without real global liquidity — top-tier listings, depth, and tight spreads 👇

Most teams underestimate how many structural choices determine a TGE's outcome. There's a reason why we've built free tools for token design, market maker analytics and exchange data intelligence in one integrated system. This analysis of 125 launches from @ArrakisFinance puts real data behind what teams usually learn the hard way. Have a read below👇

When it comes to crypto exchange listings, go with a blue-chip exchange (CEX). Listings are expensive for a reason — strong historical performance, real liquidity, and the ability to catalyze retail demand at the open. Forgd simplifies this decision with transparent data on price performance, trading KPIs, fees, and diligence requirements 👇

Market maker engagements only work if expected value is positive for them. Force their upside out of reach — e.g. loan + call structures — and they're pushed to short your token. Balanced incentives create alignment, turning the market maker into a true extension of your team 👇

When choosing an exchange (CEX) to list on, evaluate it through three lenses: 1. Price performance — strong listing history shapes retail expectations and early momentum. 2. Trading KPIs — not majors, but micro & midcap token volume, spreads, and depth. 3. Accessibility — cost, process, and diligence requirements. Luckily, @Forgd_ helps with all of this 👇

A useful way to evaluate designated / retainer market makers is through the good, the bad, and the ugly. Designated market makers: 1) Good: Strategic — they act as an extension of your core team. 2) Bad: expensive — they require stablecoin capital. 3) Ugly: asymmetric risk — if capital is burned, there’s no downside sharing. Choose wisely 👇

Ever wonder if you’re buying into “the next big thing”, or manufactured hype? In crypto, it’s increasingly difficult to tell. In his latest opinion, Forgd founder @MolidorShane breaks down the tactics projects and market-makers leverage to give the illusion of momentum, when none is really there. Worth a read before you make your next investment. crypto.news/wash-trading-a…

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A new DAO proposal from @Forgd_ for Season 4 of Metaplex Earn is now live. It proposes extending unused rewards from Season 3 to bolster $MPLX liquidity and lending markets.

21/ Want to learn more about Metaplex Earn - Season 4? 🤔 Check out the full write-up here: docs.google.com/document/d/1cP… Discuss here: github.com/metaplex-found… And vote here: dao.metaplex.com/dao/Metaplex/p…

20/ Season 4 Budget & Specifications 📋 - Budget: 1,000,000 MPLX tokens — 100% rollover from Season 3 - Duration: 4 months - Dynamic reward distribution (weekly / bi-weekly) - No additional tokens from the DAO treasury requested

11/ Volume-weighted bid-ask spreads on DEXs saw a -1.4% start-to-end change during Season 3, remaining tight and stable. DEX spreads averaged 11.2 bps compared to CEX spreads averaging 39.1 bps — on-chain spreads roughly 3x tighter than off-chain. 📏