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Telegram Username @crypto Receives $25 Million Offer Amid Rising Toncoin Value

A Telegram user’s @crypto account, initially bought for $350,000, showcases the escalating value of tokenized usernames, according to CEO Pavel Durov.

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Summary

A Telegram user who acquired the @crypto username for $350,000 in 2023 has received a $25 million offer, reflecting the increasing value of tokenized usernames on the TON blockchain. CEO Pavel Durov emphasized that these usernames are unique digital assets, ensuring direct ownership without intermediaries. Toncoin has seen a 16% increase in value, partly due to a recent golden visa deal in the UAE.

Terms & Concepts
  • TON blockchain: A blockchain platform developed for the Telegram ecosystem, enabling unique tokenization of usernames and other digital assets.
  • Toncoin: The native cryptocurrency of the TON blockchain, used for transactions and governance within the network.
  • tokenization: The process of converting ownership rights of an asset into a digital token on a blockchain.