Cours de Cros

Cros (CROS) is a cryptocurrency designed for in-game advertising. It operates as a utility token within a platform that helps game developers and advertisers place non-intrusive ads into gameplay. The goal is to let developers monetize their games while giving advertisers access to players across various platforms, including mobile, PC, and gaming metaverses.

CROS runs on the Polygon blockchain and follows the ERC-20 token standard. The platform offers tools like SDKs to integrate ads seamlessly into games. Advertisers using CROS tokens benefit from discounts and cashback. In the future, the project aims to support popular gaming platforms like PlayStation, Xbox, and Roblox, while also launching its own Layer-2 blockchain for enhanced ad tracking and verification. 

Cros (CROS) works as a decentralized advertising platform that connects game developers with advertisers. It allows brands to embed ads directly into games through features like virtual billboards, branded avatars, or product placements. Developers use Cros to generate ad revenue, while advertisers pay using CROS tokens to benefit from discounts and cashback incentives.

The platform ensures transparency by using blockchain technology to track ad performance and payments. Cros also supports NFT-based ad assets, giving advertisers and developers new ways to trade or monetize ad space. Using SDKs and APIs, it integrates smoothly with multiple gaming platforms, including future plans for Roblox, Xbox, and PlayStation.

Cros (CROS) was co-founded by Hussein A. and a team of engineers from top tech companies, including Google and Microsoft. The token aims to revolutionize in-game advertising by providing a seamless way for developers to monetize games and for advertisers to reach gamers. The project focuses on integrating blockchain and artificial intelligence to deliver non-intrusive ads across mobile, PC, and console platforms. The CROS token was launched on October 23, 2024. 

Cros's roadmap includes several major milestones. In Q2 2024, the platform launched its first SDK, followed by Android support and Unity plugins in Q3 2024. The project is set to expand into consoles like PlayStation and Xbox by Q4 2024. Looking into 2025, the team plans to introduce a Layer 2 blockchain (Cros Chain) and support new platforms, including Roblox and Nintendo​.

Cros (CROS) token serves multiple purposes within its ecosystem. You can use CROS to pay for in-game advertisements and enjoy discounts and cashback. Game developers and players can stake the token to earn ad revenue and rewards. Validators on the platform stake CROS to verify ad impressions, ensuring transparency and accountability across the system. Additionally, the community and investors use CROS for governance, allowing them to vote on platform updates and key decisions.

One of the key use cases for CROS is trading on exchanges. Starting October 23, 2024, you can trade CROS on the KuCoin spot market, offering an easy way to buy or sell the token with the CROS/USDT pair. This listing enhances liquidity and gives traders quick access to the token within the gaming and advertising ecosystem.

Cros (CROS) tokenomics are centered around a total supply of 1 billion ERC-20 tokens. The distribution is structured to promote long-term growth and sustainability. Key allocations include:

> 10% for Seed Round (2% unlocked at launch, remaining vested over 24 months).

> 10% for Private Sale, split across phases with different vesting timelines.

> 2% for Public Sale with 20% released initially and the rest over 4 months.

> 17% for Team & Advisors, locked for 8 months, then vested over 40 months.

> 7% for Airdrops and Security Rewards distributed gradually over two years.

> 18% for the Ecosystem Fund and 10% for Network Bootstrapping, vested over 60 months.

Additionally, 15% is allocated for Growth and Community Rewards to incentivize participation, while 5% is reserved for liquidity and market-making activities to support exchange listings​.