On March 10, 2025, Jupiter’s community made a pivotal decision: “Yes, meow fronts the 280M JUP and locks in until 2030 in return for a 220M JUP bonus.” The proposal, led by founder “weremeow,” sparked fears that the team was distributing too many tokens and over-allocating JUP for future members, threatening the project’s community-first ethos.
The plan was bold: weremeow would use his personal 283M JUP allocation to fund 280M JUP for the team’s 80 new members, locking in until 2030 for a 220M JUP bonus. Supporters saw it as a strong signal of long-term commitment in a short-term crypto world. “I started this expansion,” weremeow argued. “My skin’s in the game.” Critics, however, worried about dilution, with many on X asking, “Are we giving away too much?”
The vote—pitting “Yes” against a “No” (using the team’s reserve instead) and “Abstain”—laid bare the tension. The “Yes” won, aided by a veto clause allowing the community to revisit the bonus if it feels unearned. It’s a compromise that keeps power with the community, who reluctantly backed the vision.
Jupiter now faces 2030 with a mandate: prove this gamble pays off. The team’s growth is secured, but trust hangs in the balance. In a space obsessed with quick wins, this long-term bet could define Jupiter’s legacy—or test its limits.
Yet, this decision showcases the community’s belief in Jupiter’s future and its leadership. By locking in resources and committing to a long-term vision, Jupiter is poised to navigate the volatile crypto landscape with resilience and purpose. The community’s trust empowers the team to innovate and strive towards a promising horizon, reinforcing the collective commitment to Jupiter’s enduring success.
