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Linea Airdrop  (ConsenSys zkEVM) —  Quick Guide

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Interact with the Linea Testnet and position yourself for a potential airdrop!

Are you ready to be part of the next potential cryptocurrency airdrop that could be even bigger then Arbitrum or the potentially upcoming zkSync airdrop? Linea has successfully raised an impressive $725 million in funding, outperforming zkSync, and is at a staggering US$7 billion valuation.

In this article I will guide you through all the necessary steps to stand a strong chance of a potential token airdrop. We are still in the early stages of this promising project — the best time to engage is now!

What is Linea and Why Should You Care?

Linea (ConsenSys zkEVM) is a cutting-edge type 2 zero knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine developed by Consensys, the team behind the popular MetaMask wallet and Infura. With Linea, users can benefit from the security and trust of Ethereum while enjoying lower transaction costs.

On 28th March 2023, Linea rolled out its public testnet, granting developers and users alike the opportunity to explore the testnet.

Linea on Twitter: "✨https://t.co/cLF0CzBri0 testnet in the @MetaMask extension has now rolled out to 100% of Chrome users ????In the next 2 weeks: ????100% roll-out on Firefox and Edge????Mobile in the next mobile release v6.3 / Twitter"

✨https://t.co/cLF0CzBri0 testnet in the @MetaMask extension has now rolled out to 100% of Chrome users ????In the next 2 weeks: ????100% roll-out on Firefox and Edge????Mobile in the next mobile release v6.3

The Layer 2 ecosystem of Ethereum is witnessing increased competition, with Matter Labs launching its zkEVM solution on March 24 and Polygon’s beta launch of its zkEVM on March 27, 2023. Linea also competes with Coinbase’s new Layer 2, Base, and Scroll’s upcoming zkEVM.

The Mystery of the Linea Token

Linea Token: A Myth or a Reality? As of now, there is no mention of a Linea token in their official documentation. According to a ConsenSys blog post on 13th December 2022, it is too early to discuss the launch of a Linea token. However, they have expressed their intention to reward users who help test and improve Linea. Given the attention and funding they have attracted, it’s highly likely that they will launch a token and conduct an airdrop in the future.

How to Get a Potential Linea Airdrop — Step-by-Step Guide

Participating in a potential Linea airdrop is easier than you think. Just follow these simple steps:

Requirements

1/ Add Linea to MetaMask: Open MetaMask, click the top bar, select “Settings”, go to “Networks” and click on “Add network”. This should open a new window where you’ll see the link “Add a network manually.” Fill in the Linea network information below and save it.

Network Name LineaRPC URL https://rpc.goerli.linea.build/Chain ID 59140Currency Symbol ETHBlock Explorer URL https://explorer.goerli.linea.build/

2/ Get testnet ETH: Obtain testnet ETH from faucets like https://goerlifaucet.com or https://goerli-faucet.mudit.blog.

3/ Bridge to Linea: Navigate to the token bridge and select Ethereum Goerli as sending chain and Linea as receiving chain. It may take about 15 minutes for the process to complete.

Interact with protocols on Linea

Explore Linea’s vast ecosystem of protocols, such as Uniswap, Ghostchain NFT or FWDX. By interacting with these protocols, you might also be eligible for additional airdrops, doubling your potential rewards!

1/ Uniswap

2/ Ghostchain NFT

  • Navigate to https://app.nft.ghostchain.io/#/zkevm and connect your wallet.
  • Select an NFT collection, click “Disperse collection,” choose the amount (in crETH), and click “Disperse.”

3/ FWDX

4/ Mint 0xCygaar NFT

Twitter user cygaar has created a NFT contract that allows users to try out the Linea Testnet. This NFT has zero utility, no cost, and no metadata. It’s there for fun and to let you try out the new Linea zkEVM at no cost.

5/ MES Protocol

  • Go to https://faucet.mesprotocol.com/ and request some test USDC. Don’t forget to select ConsenSys zkEVM as receiving chain.
  • Go to https://app.mesprotocol.com/ and connect your wallet.
  • Click on Deposit/Withdraw, select ETH Vault or USDC Vault and deposit tokens.
  • Click on “Trade” and make some swaps.

Conclusion

The potential Linea (ConsenSys zkEVM) token airdrop presents an exciting opportunity for cryptocurrency enthusiasts and developers alike.

Linea has confirmed they are looking at ways to reward users who help test and improve their protocol. With the attention and funding (more than zkSync!) they have generated, there is a good chance of an airdrop.

By participating in the Linea testnet and interacting with its protocols, you can position yourself for a potential airdrop. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of the next big thing in the world of blockchain technology!

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