Social crypto platform Friend.tech has demonstrated a remarkable recovery, surging 23% in just 24 hours following a tumultuous initial launch of its token and version two (V2) of the platform. This resurgence is particularly significant given the challenges encountered during the rollout of the FRIEND token and the V2 features.
Last week’s launch was marred by technical issues that sparked considerable unrest within the Friend.tech community. The airdrop process for distributing FRIEND tokens was fraught with glitches, leading to a buggy claiming experience. Additionally, several newly introduced features in V2 malfunctioned, compounding the frustration among users.
The immediate aftermath saw a drastic 46% plunge in the FRIEND token’s price, tumbling from $2.78 to $1.49 in less than four hours, as reported by CoinGecko. This sharp decline was largely attributed to quick sell-offs by users who managed to claim their tokens amidst the chaos.
However, Friend.tech has since rebounded impressively, with the token price climbing around 60% to reach $2.38. This recovery can be partly credited to the exit of opportunistic airdrop participants, which helped stabilize the token’s market presence. Furthermore, Friend.tech has implemented several enhancements to its platform, which have been well-received by the community.
One of the notable updates in V2 is the introduction of a new system where Club Presidents, a feature in V2, will receive a percentage of the protocol fees. This incentive is designed to foster the growth of larger clubs within the platform. Another strategic update is the addition of a new price curve option for joining clubs, aimed at encouraging more significant club formations.
In a bold move to foster innovation, Friend.tech now allows developers to build on top of the platform using a contract on Base. This has already led to the creation of Fren.trade, a Pump.fun spin-off tailored for Friend.tech. It is important to note, however, that the Friend.tech team will not audit any products developed on their platform, placing the onus of trust on the community and developers.
The announcement of these platform improvements and the broader recovery in the FRIEND token have injected a fresh wave of optimism among Friend.tech enthusiasts, signaling a potential turnaround from last week’s difficulties.