In our 2025 State of Airdrops Report, my colleagues Hildebert Moulié, Jane Perov, Demetrios Stellatos, and I at Dragonfly delve into the economic repercussions of geoblocking airdrops within the U.S.: Key Findings Include: - Up to $5B+ in lost airdrop value - Up to $1.1B+ in uncollected tax revenue - Up to 5.2M users affected These numbers underscore the urgent need for a clear regulatory framework that not only supports innovation but also ensures tax compliance and promotes economic inclusion. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gSnbnpKp
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