Union Introduces "Mad Yaps" Reward Program Ahead of Mainnet Launch

Union, a cutting-edge cross-chain interoperability protocol, has unveiled its "Mad Yaps" rewards program, a large-scale initiative designed to bolster community engagement ahead of its mainnet debut. This ambitious campaign, executed in partnership with Kaito, an AI-driven analytics platform, aims to distribute 1% of Union's total token supply to early contributors, incentivizing grassroots participation in the ecosystem.

What Is the "Mad Yaps" Incentive Program?

At its core, "Mad Yaps" represents an innovative on-chain rewards initiative that motivates Union’s community to actively share, promote, and advocate for the protocol's transformative vision and technology on social platforms like X (formerly Twitter). By directly compensating participants, Union aims to boost user activity while simultaneously fostering awareness around its cross-chain interoperability solutions.

Token Allocation: A Closer Look at the Rewards Structure

Union has committed a remarkable 1% of its total token supply toward the "Mad Yaps" program’s rewards. The vast majority — 0.75% — is allocated across Season 0 and Season 1, reflecting a concentrated effort to reward contributors early in the lifecycle of the initiative. The remaining 0.25% is set aside specifically for Kaito stakers and Genesis NFT holders, broadening outreach to Kaito’s ecosystem and encouraging collaborative participation.

Timeline and Key Details

• Season 0 Snapshots Completed: Activity between October 2023 and the initial stages of the program has already been analyzed, with corresponding rewards allocated.
• Season 1: Now Live for Participation: Open to all community members, Season 1 serves as the final opportunity to earn "Mad Yaps" rewards ahead of Union’s mainnet launch.

Special Focus on Korean and Chinese Communities

Union has shown a strong commitment to fostering a global, inclusive community, taking the significant step of allocating 10% of the total reward pool for Seasons 0 and 1 — equivalent to 0.10% of the total token supply — directly to its Korean and Chinese-speaking user base. This strategic gesture not only ensures deeper engagement within these linguistic communities but also highlights Union’s dedication to empowering its diverse international audience.

Notably, the Union team itself will not receive any rewards from the program. Any tokens initially planned for team distribution have instead been earmarked for future community incentive programs. This decision underscores Union’s community-first philosophy and positions its ecosystem growth as a collaborative effort.

How to Get Involved: Step-by-Step Participation in Season 1

Joining the Program:
Participants interested in earning rewards in Season 1 must complete the following steps to get started:

1. Sign Up: Visit Union’s app dashboard and create an account.
2. Link Accounts: Connect your X account and digital wallet for eligibility.
3. Earn Points: Share content about Union, including its vision and technological advancements, on X to accumulate participation points that determine leaderboard standings.

Leaderboard Mechanics:

• A real-time leaderboard tracks the top 1,000 participants, creating a competitive environment to maximize community enthusiasm and activity.
• Inclusivity is central to the program — all participants will have a chance to review their final rankings and rewards once Season 1 concludes, regardless of whether they feature on the final leaderboard.

Driving Engagement and Ecosystem Growth

By aligning rewards with active community contributions, the "Mad Yaps" program provides Union’s user base with an enticing opportunity to play a pivotal role in the project's success. This initiative not only incentivizes engagement but also amplifies public awareness of Union’s innovative approach to cross-chain interoperability technology.

As Union approaches its mainnet launch, "Mad Yaps" offers a dynamic way to reward its early supporters while building long-term momentum for the protocol’s vision of a seamlessly interconnected blockchain ecosystem.