"SOON Listed on Binance Alpha, Launches OKX IDO Early Access: Credit Given to the Community"

# Solana-Based Rollup Project Soon Registers on Binance Alpha and Launches IDO Access on OKX Web3 The Solana-based rollup project, Soon, officially registered on Binance Alpha on May 21. This event marked the beginning of early access to its Initial DEX Offering (IDO) on the OKX Web3 platform. The formal IDO will start on May 22 at 8:00 PM KST on MeteoraAG, with trading for the Soon token ($SOON) set to begin on May 23 at 8:00 PM KST. Joanna, co-founder and CEO of Soon, addressed the community in an open letter on May 19. She emphasized the significance of this milestone, which goes beyond just launching a token. She expressed deep gratitude to the contributors, users, developers, and community members who supported the project from its early stages, stating, "On the day Soon is registered on Binance Alpha, the true protagonists are all of you." # Strong IDO Interest on OKX Web3 Platform The early access to the IDO on OKX attracted over 3,600 participants, with eligible users permitted to participate with allocations up to $100. Soon is notable for being the second IDO project on OKX and the first-ever IDO in the Solana ecosystem on this platform. # Balancing Security and Community with Binance Alpha Listing Before the Binance Alpha listing and an upcoming airdrop, CEO Joanna shared insights about the internal challenges the project faced. She described a pivotal conflict between her emphasis on rapid product deployment and CTO Andrew’s focus on building a secure infrastructure. "At the time, we could have pursued a technically perfect solution, but we decided that ensuring tangible value for the community was more important," Joanna explained. “The independent SVM (Solana Virtual Machine) structure, completed three months later, combined high performance with robust security, marking a true turning point for Soon.” This development led to a broad ecosystem expansion, including the SOONBase mainnet, over five SVM chains, the interSOON framework, and the BigBang project—all blending cutting-edge technology with a strong focus on community engagement. # LiveTrade Introduced as a Gateway to Web3 In an effort to accelerate Web3 adoption, Soon launched a new copy-trading tool called Simpfor.fun. This tool integrates with live streaming through a concept known as LiveTrade, allowing users to replicate real-time trading activities while watching live streams on platforms such as Twitch or SOOP. Streamers can earn up to 80% in referral revenue. “Live streaming fosters relationships far more authentic than those created through traditional social media," Joanna noted, highlighting the potential for LiveTrade to significantly expedite the introduction of Web2 users to Web3 technology. The second version of Simpfor.fun will be released later this week. # Airdrops to Honor Key Contributors The upcoming airdrop program will reward several groups, including holders of the "Seasoned Sooner" role, BigBang season participants, Red Pill community members, NFT issuers, and participants of OKX Cryptopedia. Joanna commented, “You are not just recipients of an airdrop; you are deserving of heartfelt appreciation.” She underscored the uniqueness of a community-driven culture within Solana, adding, "Soon will remain a living, breathing project, sustained by its community focus." As Soon hits these pivotal milestones, it illustrates its dedication to merging advanced technology with community-driven initiatives, solidifying its place within the broader Web3 and Solana ecosystems.