TapswapThe popular tap-to-earn Telegram game is expanding its horizons to include artificial intelligence and SocialFi. The Tapswap team revealed the news in a recent AMA session, with plans to further use next-generation technologies and work on increasing community engagement.
According to the team, Tapswap’s vision is not limited to its current gaming platform. Developers are working on integrating AI and SocialFi features to create a more interactive and engaging experience for users. Currently, separate projects are developing the AI, SocialFi, and Quest platforms. The integration will involve the launch of a new platform with a user-friendly interface designed to foster community development and promote networking, marketing, and user-generated content.
These developments are likely to create more opportunities and reward avenues for the game’s rapidly growing user base.
Leveraging next-generation technologies
The focus on artificial intelligence will enhance the platform’s functionality and provide smarter and more intuitive interactions. On the other hand, SocialFi aims to combine social networks with decentralized finance, allowing users to earn rewards through social interactions and contributions. Tapswap plans to use these technologies to build a stronger community around Web3 projects.
SocialFi, or social finance, combines social media with DeFi. It allows users to earn financial rewards through social interactions and contributions on the platform. SocialFi platforms are usually decentralized, tokenized, and user-governed, providing users with a transparent and secure environment.
These platforms reward users with tokens for activities such as posting content, liking, sharing, and commenting. This model incentivizes user participation and creates a more engaging social media experience. Tapswap’s move into SocialFi is in line with its goal of encouraging community participation and providing users with new ways to earn rewards.
Success Story: The Rapid Growth of Tapswap
Tapswap was launched as a Telegram app in February this year and quickly gained traction in the crypto community. The platform’s simple click-to-earn model resonated with a wider audience. Users simply click on digital currency to earn in-game tokens “Shares”, which can then be exchanged for TAPS tokens. In just a few months, the game has attracted 67 million users, including 18 million daily active users. This rapid growth highlights the platform’s appeal and the success of using established platforms such as Telegram.
In addition to clicking, the game also offers various opportunities to make money, such as completing tasks and participating in referral programs.
In the last two AMA Sessions On X (formerly Twitter), the Tapswap team highlighted multiple achievements and outlined its future plans. They stressed the importance of the timing of the launch and said they had entered the market at a perfect time. This strategic timing and the use of existing popular platforms such as Telegram and TON allowed the game to capture a significant market share.
A strong referral program and virality mechanism drive community engagement and play a vital role in inspiring a sense of belonging among users. In addition, the simplicity of the platform makes it easy for users who are not familiar with Web3 technology to get started, thereby expanding the user base. Continuous improvement and flexibility are also key, as the team always pays attention to user feedback and market trends to keep the game relevant.
Tapswap initially planned to use the Solana blockchain but later switched to the TON blockchain as it was better suited for Telegram-based applications. The support of the TON Foundation played a crucial role in this decision. The team also introduced the introduction of paid boost options. The biggest appeal of this game is that it is still free to play despite its rapid surge in popularity. It embodies the project’s commitment to community first.
Future focus: sustainable development and community building
Tapswap’s foray into AI and SocialFi is a major step in its development. The platform has developed a detailed go-to-market strategy focused on achieving product-market fit without heavy advertising. The strategy has now been finalized and implementation has begun. Tapswap is working with major Web2 KOLs (including celebrities) in various fields to expand its reach.
According to the team, product upgrades will continue to be made, maintaining product-market fit and improving audience communication. Further opening up the community and increasing the K-factor for continued organic growth are also major priorities. An ambassador program will also be launched soon to promote deeper community engagement.
One upcoming feature worth noting is Tappy Town, an interactive strategy game where users can build and manage a virtual town, complete challenges, and earn rewards. Achievements in this game will affect a user’s airdrop share.
In addition, Tapswap is building long-term partnerships with first-tier and mid-sized KOLs, which have already yielded promising results. These initiatives demonstrate the platform’s forward-thinking and align with the latest trends in DeFi and Web3.
The challenges of token issuance are increasing
The popularity of click-to-earn games such as TapSwap has brought both excitement and frustration to the gaming community. While these games offer users the lure of making money through simple actions, there is growing discussion about the limitations and challenges of this model.
Industry analysts note that the expectation of immediate gains creates a sense of impatience among users, especially as the user base grows into the tens of millions. This demand for quick returns often conflicts with the broader goals of game developers, who need to think in bigger terms.
Developers understand that it is impossible to satisfy the needs of millions of users with airdrops or quick returns alone. Instead, they focus on building a sustainable ecosystem that provides long-term value through utility, sustainable token economics, and meaningful participation.
This balancing act between meeting user expectations and building a project with long-term utility has led to delays in events like TapSwap’s TGE. While some users may be frustrated by these delays, the developers’ approach is designed to create a stable and conducive environment that benefits all participants in the long run.
Managing these demands is a common challenge in Web3 and DeFi projects. As the industry matures, users and developers alike will need to adjust their expectations, recognizing that sustainable growth requires careful planning and, sometimes, patience.
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