In the second quarter of 2025, the crypto market could see the launch of several new tokens. CryptoDiffer has published a list of projects potentially planning Token Generation Events (TGEs) in the coming months. These platforms span various sectors — from NFT and AI to Layer 1, DeFi, and DePIN. Almost all have already completed significant funding rounds and are preparing for their next phase.
OpenSea, Monad, and 0G Labs Lead by Funds Raised
OpenSea remains the leading name on the list — one of the most well-known decentralized NFT marketplaces. The platform has raised $425.15 million from a16z, Paradigm, Y Combinator, and other major industry investors. Earlier, the marketplace team announced the SEA token.
Another major player is 0G Labs. The team is developing the first decentralized AI operating system, dAIOS, and has already secured $365.75 million in support. Notable backers include Delphi Ventures, Animoca Brands, OKX Venture, angel investor Sandeep Nailwal, and others.
Monad, focused on building a high-performance EVM-compatible Layer 1, recently completed a $244 million funding round. The team promises to solve scalability issues without sacrificing Ethereum ecosystem compatibility.
DeFi and LSDfi Babylon, Obol, Kernel DAO
In the DeFi and LSDfi segment, Babylon stands out — a protocol allowing BTC to be used for securing PoS networks. It has raised $96 million in investments.
Obol, which develops middleware solutions for enhancing staking security, has received $21.19 million in funding.
New Scalability Layers Layer 2 and Modular Blockchains
Sophon ($66.6 million) and Eclipse ($65 million) are Layer 2 solutions focused on high throughput and hybrid architecture. Sophon is designed as a modular blockchain, while Eclipse combines the speed of Solana with Ethereum’s security.
Initia ($25 million) offers a modular framework built on Cosmos, supporting customizable L2 solutions — another potential token launch in the second quarter.
Infrastructure and Wallets WalletConnect and DoubleZero
WalletConnect ($46 million) remains a key tool in the dApp ecosystem, enabling secure connections between crypto wallets.
DoubleZero ($28 million) is developing blockchain scaling infrastructure and is part of the rapidly growing DePIN segment.
Niche Services Bondex
Bondex ($10 million) is a Web3 talent ecosystem focused on the crypto job market. It represents a distinct category of service-oriented projects.
Each of these projects has already secured support from well-known funds and is in the final stages of development. They are expected to shape key trends in the upcoming quarter.
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