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Stop Guessing, Start Trading: The Token Metrics API Advantage

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Big news: We’re cranking up the heat on AI-driven crypto analytics with the launch of the Token Metrics API and our official SDK (Software Development Kit). This isn’t just an upgrade – it's a quantum leap, giving traders, hedge funds, developers, and institutions direct access to cutting-edge market intelligence, trading signals, and predictive analytics.

Crypto markets move fast, and having real-time, AI-powered insights can be the difference between catching the next big trend or getting left behind. Until now, traders and quants have been wrestling with scattered data, delayed reporting, and a lack of truly predictive analytics. Not anymore.

The Token Metrics API delivers 32+ high-performance endpoints packed with powerful AI-driven insights right into your lap, including:

  • Trading Signals: AI-driven buy/sell recommendations based on real-time market conditions.
  • Investor & Trader Grades: Our proprietary risk-adjusted scoring for assessing crypto assets.
  • Price Predictions: Machine learning-powered forecasts for multiple time frames.
  • Sentiment Analysis: Aggregated insights from social media, news, and market data.
  • Market Indicators: Advanced metrics, including correlation analysis, volatility trends, and macro-level market insights.

Getting started with the Token Metrics API is simple:

  1. Sign up at www.tokenmetrics.com/api
  2. Generate an API key and explore sample requests.
  3. Choose a tier–start with 50 free API calls/month, or stake TMAI tokens for premium access.
  4. Optionally–download the SDK, install it for your preferred programming language, and follow the provided setup guide.

At Token Metrics, we believe data should be decentralized, predictive, and actionable. 

The Token Metrics API & SDK bring next-gen AI-powered crypto intelligence to anyone looking to trade smarter, build better, and stay ahead of the curve. With our official SDK, developers can plug these insights into their own trading bots, dashboards, and research tools – no need to reinvent the wheel.

Research

Building the On-Chain S&P 500: A Technical Deep Dive into TM100 | Crypto Indices

Token Metrics Team
10
MIN

Welcome to a deep dive into the evolution of crypto portfolio management and how innovative on-chain indices are shaping the future of digital asset strategies. As the crypto landscape matures, new methodologies emerge to address longstanding challenges and unlock new opportunities for investors and developers alike.

The Evolution of Crypto Portfolio Management

We've been working toward this launch for several years, through multiple pivots and market cycles. What started as a centralized exchange concept evolved into a fully on-chain solution as we observed the market's clear trajectory toward decentralized infrastructure. The TM100 index represents our most significant product development to date: a non-custodial, cross-chain crypto index with integrated risk management.

The crypto market has matured considerably since 2017. We've collectively experienced the pattern: massive rallies followed by 70-95% drawdowns, the challenge of maintaining discipline during euphoria, and the difficulty of executing systematic strategies when emotions run high. This cycle presents unique characteristics—it's become intensely narrative-driven and trading-focused, with leadership rotating weekly rather than quarterly.

The Core Problem

Traditional crypto portfolio management faces several structural challenges:

  • Execution Complexity: Acquiring exposure across multiple blockchains requires navigating different exchanges, handling KYC requirements, managing multiple wallets, and executing cross-chain bridges. Even with institutional access, certain exchanges remain unavailable due to regulatory constraints, forcing reliance on OTC desks with varying asset availability.
  • Narrative Velocity: This cycle moves faster than previous ones. What works in Q1 may be obsolete by Q2. Bitcoin dominance fluctuates, sector leadership rotates rapidly (we've seen AI, memes, DeFi, RWAs all take turns), and weekly rebalancing has become necessary where quarterly sufficed before.
  • Drawdown Management: The most sophisticated analysis means little if you can't execute the exit. Behavioral finance research consistently shows that humans struggle to sell winning positions or admit mistakes on losing ones. Automation removes the emotional component entirely.
  • Access and Custody: Every centralized platform introduces counterparty risk, as demonstrated by FTX, Celsius, and BlockFi. The industry learned "not your keys, not your crypto" the hard way.

Technical Architecture

Multi-Chain Infrastructure

The TM100 operates across seven blockchains: Ethereum, Base, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, Arbitrum, and Solana. This represents six EVM-compatible chains plus Solana, covering the vast majority of liquid crypto assets.

We use wrapped derivatives (WBTC instead of BTC, WETH instead of ETH) to standardize operations across EVM chains. All funds are held in a master vault on Base (selected for lower transaction costs), with sub-vaults on other chains holding underlying assets.

Selection Methodology

The index tracks the top 100 tokens by market capitalization, filtered through two critical criteria:

  • Liquidity Floor: Minimum 300k TVL in AMM pools. This ensures executable trades without excessive slippage.
  • Circulating Supply: Minimum 25% circulation. This filters out low-float VC projects prone to unlock dumps.

Market cap weighting determines position sizing, with weekly rebalancing to capture narrative shifts. Our backtesting suggests 5-15% portfolio turnover weekly to monthly, depending on market conditions.

The Risk Management Layer

This is where the product differentiates from passive indices. We've integrated our market indicator to create a risk-off mechanism:

  • Bullish Signal: Full allocation to filtered top 100 tokens, rebalanced weekly.
  • Bearish Signal: Exit to yield-bearing assets (Sky stablecoin at approximately 4% yield, PAX Gold).

The system doesn't try to catch falling knives. When the market indicator flips bearish, the index systematically exits. This addresses what we consider the primary challenge in crypto: not missing the rally, but avoiding the round trip.

Smart Contract Standards

We're using ERC-4626, Ethereum's tokenized vault standard. This provides:

  • Standardized deposit/withdrawal interfaces
  • Composability with other DeFi protocols
  • Auditable, battle-tested contract patterns
  • Clear ownership representation via index tokens

The delegated actions feature (ERC-7682) allows automated rebalancing while maintaining non-custodial status. Users grant permission for the vault to rebalance but retain ultimate control and withdrawal rights.

Security Infrastructure

Given the target scale (we're planning for significant AUM), security requires multiple layers:

  • Wallet Layer (Privy): Handles authentication and wallet abstraction. Supports social logins, email, and traditional wallet connections. Used by major platforms including Hyperliquid and Polymarket.
  • Key Management (Turnkey): Secure private key infrastructure. Keys never exist in plaintext on application servers.
  • Contract Audits (Cantina/Spiritbit): Comprehensive smart contract audits before launch, with ongoing review processes.
  • Real-Time Monitoring (Hypernative): This proved expensive but necessary. Hypernative's AI-powered firewall monitors transactions in real-time and can pause contracts if suspicious activity is detected. Built by Israeli cybersecurity engineers, it's used by protocols like Uniswap. Given potential AUM, we couldn't rely solely on pre-deployment audits.

DeFi Composability: The Real Innovation

The index token itself becomes a tradable, yield-bearing, composable asset. This creates possibilities beyond traditional index funds:

Primary Markets

  • Index tokens can trade on DEXs (Uniswap, Aerodrome) and potentially centralized exchanges. This solves the liquidity problem that traditional funds face—your ownership stake can be exited anytime at market prices.
  • Yield Separation (Pendle): Platforms like Pendle allow separating principal from yield. Institutional investors could buy the principal token (price exposure without yield), while others buy yield tokens (yield without price exposure). This requires approximately $2 million+ TVL for listing.
  • Collateralization (Morpho, Euler): Money markets could accept index tokens as collateral. Users maintain full crypto market exposure while borrowing against their position—capturing upside without selling, potentially using borrowed capital for other opportunities.
  • Treasury Integration: DAOs and protocols often hold idle treasury assets. Rather than choosing between stablecoins (no upside) or Bitcoin (concentrated risk), treasuries could hold diversified crypto exposure via index tokens, with automated bear market protection.

API Access

We're integrating TM100 into our developer API. AI agents built on Virtual Protocol or Eliza can programmatically invest in the index. During our European hackathon, treasury management emerged as the most popular use case.

This composability creates network effects. As TVL grows, more DeFi protocols integrate the token, attracting more capital, which enables further integrations—a sustainable flywheel.

Performance Analysis

Disclaimer: All results are backtested simulations, not live trading results.

Testing from 2017 to present:

  • Annualized Return: 104% (no fees), 85% (with fees)
  • Volatility: 45%
  • Sharpe Ratio: 1.58
  • Sortino Ratio: 2.0
  • Maximum Drawdown: 41%

The maximum drawdown metric deserves emphasis. Bitcoin historically shows approximately 75% peak-to-trough drawdowns. A 41% maximum drawdown represents significant downside protection while maintaining similar Sharpe ratios to Bitcoin (around 1.5 for BTC this cycle).

Across cycles, Bitcoin's maximum drawdown tends to decrease by about 10% each cycle: from roughly 95% two cycles ago, to around 85% last cycle, and an estimated 75% in this cycle. The asset is maturing, attracting institutional capital with lower volatility tolerance. Altcoins generally lag Bitcoin by one cycle in this pattern, with Ethereum’s drawdown characteristics mirroring Bitcoin's from a prior cycle.

Fee Structure and Economics

Management Fee: 1% annually, accruing on-chain (likely daily). Performance Fee: 15% quarterly, with a high watermark. This means fees are only charged on new profits. If the index increases then falls, no fees are due until it surpasses its previous peak.

For context, our Token Metrics Ventures fund charges 2% management and 20% performance. The index’s lower fees are due to operational efficiencies once smart contracts are deployed.

TMAI Integration

Our native token reduces fees through staking scores:

  • Score of 10: Performance fee drops to 5%
  • Score of 10: Management fee drops to 0.5%
  • Ten percent of platform fees flow to the DAO: 50% for TMAI buyback and burn, and 50% distributed to stakers proportional to veTM holdings.
  • This setup aligns incentives: users who stake and participate benefit from fee discounts and revenue sharing.

    Liquidity and Execution

    Phase 1 (Current): LI.FI integration for smart order routing. Handles trades up to around $25,000 efficiently with minimal slippage.

    Phase 2 (Q4 target): Market maker integrations (Wintermute, Amber) for larger orders via request-for-quote. Orders between $25,000 and $250,000 will compare on-chain quotes against market maker quotes for optimal execution.

    Phase 3 (Planned): Full API access for programmatic trading and platform integration. Current methods pool capital over 24 hours to optimize gas and price impact; future iterations will execute more granular trades staggered throughout the day.

    Market Context and Timing

    We project a cycle peak around spring to fall 2026, roughly one year from now. Our key targets include:

    • Bitcoin at approximately $140-145K (from recent levels)
    • Total crypto market cap between $8-14 trillion
    • Maximum drawdown around 65% from peak

    This cycle is characterized by intense trading activity, with perpetual platforms like Hyperliquid, Bybit, and Binance dominating volume. Narrative rotation occurs weekly, and every major exchange is launching on-chain alternatives, reflecting shifting liquidity flows.

    Our strategic focus has shifted from new venture investments to liquid strategies, given the challenges posed by high-FDV launches and retail behavior. Regulatory developments and stablecoin adoption are accelerating tokenization and traditional asset integrations.

    As a cyclical asset class, crypto's resilience depends on timing accurately. If the cycle extends beyond 2026, the index remains deployed; if the market turns bearish, the system withdraws to preserve capital. This adaptive approach aims to leverage both uptrends and downturns.

    Implementation Details

    The early access process involves:

    1. Form Submission: Interest form to gauge demand and plan infrastructure scaling.
    2. Wallet Funding: Users fund via existing wallets or fiat ramps like Moonpay or Coinbase, as non-custodial platforms require.
    3. Delegated Actions: Permissions granted for rebalancing actions.
    4. Token Receipt: Receive index tokens representing ownership.

    The platform provides:

    • Real-time holdings across chains
    • Weekly rebalancing history
    • Quarterly performance fee calculations
    • Market indicator status (risk-on/risk-off)
    • Transaction history exports for tax reporting

    Once received, index tokens are immediately tradable and composable, supporting a variety of DeFi strategies.

    Beyond TM100: Future Considerations

    While initial plans included multiple sector-specific indices (AI, memes, DeFi), liquidity fragmentation and lower-than-expected volume have shifted focus to a single, highly liquid index. Benefits of this approach include:

    • Deeper liquidity pools
    • Enhanced DEX integration
    • Attractiveness to protocols requiring minimum liquidity
    • Simpler user experience

    Future concepts include:

    • Listing index tokens on traditional exchanges or asset management platforms
    • Derivatives, options, and structured products based on index tokens
    • Integration with institutional custody and compliance solutions

    Why This Matters

    The crypto market has long sought robust, on-chain infrastructure to address retail and institutional needs. Challenges include concentrated bets, custody risks, and high fees. Many high-profile failures underscored the importance of transparency, automation, and non-custodial design.

    The Token Metrics TM100 aims to provide a systematic, transparent, and secure solution for diversified exposure, harnessing DeFi’s composability and automation to support a mature market infrastructure.

    Technical Roadmap

    Current (Early Access):

    • Core index deployment on Base
    • LI.FI integration for optimized order routing
    • Dashboard with analytics
    • Manual onboarding and support

    Q4 2024:

    • Market maker integrations
    • Automation of execution algorithms
    • Enhanced onboarding flow
    • Referral program launch

    Q1 2025:

    • Full API release
    • Additional protocol integrations
    • Enhanced analytics dashboard
    • Mobile app considerations

    Beyond 2025:

    • Yield options and derivatives
    • Cross-protocol composability
    • Institutional custody solutions

    Conclusion

    Building on-chain infrastructure involves unique tradeoffs: immutability, gas costs, and layered security. By approaching TM100 as foundational infrastructure, we aim to provide a primitive that supports innovation and institutional adoption alike. As crypto matures, this decentralized, secure, and composable approach enables new sophistication in digital asset management.

    The code is entering final audits. Early access onboarding begins soon. The foundational infrastructure is ready to serve the evolving demands of the crypto ecosystem.

    For early access information and technical documentation, visit our platform. All performance data represents backtested simulations and should not be considered indicative of future results. Cryptocurrency investments carry substantial risk including potential total loss of capital.

Research

The Self-Custodial Crypto Index: Why You Don't Need to Trust Us With Your Crypto

Token Metrics Team
12
MIN

"Not your keys, not your crypto" has become the defining mantra of crypto's sovereignty movement. Yet most crypto indices require exactly what the industry warns against: trusting a third party with custody of your assets. You deposit funds into their platform, they promise to manage it responsibly, and you hope they're not the next FTX, Celsius, or BlockFi.Token Metrics built TM Global 100 on a radically different principle: you shouldn't need to trust us. The index operates through self-custodial embedded wallets where you maintain complete control of your funds. Token Metrics cannot access your crypto, cannot freeze your account, cannot require permission to withdraw, and cannot misuse your capital—not because we promise not to, but because the architecture makes it impossible.

This isn't marketing language. It's verifiable through on-chain examination of the smart contract wallet system. Understanding why this matters requires reviewing crypto's history of custodial failures—and understanding how Token Metrics' approach eliminates these risks entirely while maintaining sophisticated index functionality.

The Custodial Crisis: When "Trust Us" Fails

Crypto's short history is littered with custodial disasters. Each promised security, each broke that promise, and each reinforced why self-custody matters.

The Hall of Shame: Major Custodial Failures

  • Mt. Gox (2014): Once handled 70% of all Bitcoin transactions. Declared bankruptcy after losing 850,000 BTC (~$450M at the time). Users had no recourse—funds simply vanished. Lesson: Size and market dominance don't guarantee security.
  • QuadrigaCX (2019): Canadian exchange collapsed after founder's death. $190M in customer funds inaccessible. Revealed funds had been misappropriated for years. Lesson: Single points of failure create catastrophic risk.
  • Celsius Network (2022): Promised 18%+ yields on deposits. Filed bankruptcy owing $4.7B to users. Revealed massive mismanagement and risky lending. Users waited years for partial recovery. Lesson: High yields often mask unsustainable business models.
  • FTX (2022): Third-largest exchange by volume. Collapsed in 72 hours after revealing $8B hole in balance sheet. Customer deposits illegally used for proprietary trading. Criminal charges against leadership. Lesson: Even "reputable" custodians can commit fraud.
  • BlockFi (2022): Lending platform with 650,000+ users. Bankruptcy following exposure to FTX and Three Arrows Capital. Users became unsecured creditors. Lesson: Custodial services create contagion risk across platforms.

The Common Pattern

  1. Trust establishment: Platform builds reputation through marketing, partnerships, and perceived legitimacy.
  2. Deposit accumulation: Users transfer custody of assets based on trust.
  3. Mismanagement/fraud: Platform misuses funds through incompetence or malice.
  4. Crisis discovery: Problem becomes public, often suddenly.
  5. Withdrawal freeze: Platform blocks user access to protect remaining assets.
  6. Bankruptcy: Legal proceedings that recover pennies on the dollar.

Token Metrics analyzed 23 major crypto custodial failures from 2014-2024. Average customer recovery: 31 cents per dollar. Average recovery timeline: 2.7 years. Percentage of cases with criminal charges: 39%. The data is clear: custodial risk isn't theoretical. It's the largest predictable loss vector in crypto investing.

What Self-Custody Actually Means

Self-custody means you—and only you—control the private keys that authorize transactions from your wallet. No intermediary can access, freeze, seize, or require approval to move your funds.

The Key Principles

  • Principle 1: Exclusive Control Traditional custody: Provider holds private keys. You request withdrawals. They approve or deny. Self-custody: You hold private keys (or control smart contract wallet). You authorize transactions. No third-party approval required.
  • Principle 2: On-Chain Verification Custodial balances: Provider's database says you own X tokens. You trust their accounting. Self-custodial balances: Blockchain shows your wallet address owns X tokens. Publicly verifiable, tamper-proof.
  • Principle 3: Counterparty Independence Custodial services: If provider goes bankrupt, your funds are trapped in legal proceedings. Self-custody: If a service provider disappears, your funds remain accessible in your wallet.
  • Principle 4: Censorship Resistance Custodians: Can freeze accounts, block transactions, or seize funds based on their policies or government requests. Self-custody: No entity can prevent you from transacting (subject only to blockchain protocol rules).

The Traditional Self-Custody Tradeoffs

Pure self-custody (hardware wallets, MetaMask, etc.) provides maximum security but historically came with significant operational burden:

  • Complex setup processes (seed phrases, hardware wallets)
  • Manual transaction signing for every action
  • No recovery if seed phrase is lost
  • Technical knowledge requirements
  • Limited functionality (no automated strategies)

These tradeoffs meant most users chose custodial services for convenience—accepting counterparty risk for operational simplicity. Token Metrics' embedded wallet architecture eliminates this false choice.

Token Metrics' Self-Custodial Architecture

TM Global 100 uses embedded smart contract wallets that provide self-custody without traditional complexity. Here's how it works:

Smart Contract Wallets Explained

Traditional crypto wallets are "externally owned accounts" (EOAs)—addresses controlled by a single private key. Lose that key, lose the funds. Smart contract wallets are programmable accounts with built-in security features and recovery mechanisms.

  • Multi-Factor Authentication: Instead of a single private key, wallet access uses email verification, biometrics, or social login. The cryptographic keys are sharded across multiple secure enclaves—no single point of compromise.
  • Social Recovery: If you lose access (lost phone, forgotten password), designated guardians or recovery mechanisms restore access without needing a 12-word seed phrase stored on paper.
  • Programmable Security: Set spending limits, require multi-signature for large transactions, whitelist addresses, or implement time-locks. Security policies impossible with traditional wallets.
  • Account Abstraction: Gas fee management, transaction batching, and network switching happen automatically. Users see simple dollar amounts and confirmations, not hexadecimal addresses.

Who Controls What

  • You Control: Wallet access (through your authentication), transaction authorization (all buys/sells require your approval), fund withdrawals (move to any address, anytime), recovery mechanisms (designate guardians if desired).
  • Token Metrics Controls: Index strategy (what TM Global 100 holds), rebalancing execution (when signals say to rebalance), smart contract development (code underlying the system).

Token Metrics CANNOT:

  • Access your wallet without your authentication
  • Withdraw your funds to any address
  • Freeze your account or block transactions
  • Require approval to move your assets
  • Seize funds under any circumstances

This separation is enforced by smart contract architecture, not trust. The code determines what's possible—and accessing user funds isn't possible, even if Token Metrics wanted to.

On-Chain Verification

Every TM Global 100 wallet is a publicly visible blockchain address. Using blockchain explorers (Etherscan, etc.), anyone can verify:

  • Wallet balance matches what the interface shows
  • Transaction history matches logged rebalances
  • Funds are actually in user-controlled wallet, not Token Metrics' custody
  • Smart contract permissions don't allow Token Metrics withdrawal authority

This transparency means trust becomes optional—you verify rather than trust.

The Practical Reality: How Self-Custody Works Daily

Token Metrics designed TM Global 100's self-custodial experience to be invisible to users while maintaining full sovereignty.

Initial Setup (90 seconds)

  • Navigate to TM Global 100 on Token Metrics Indices hub
  • Click "Buy Index"
  • Create embedded wallet: Provide email or use social login (Google, Apple)
  • Set authentication: Biometrics or password
  • Fund wallet: Transfer crypto or use on-ramp to purchase
  • Confirm purchase: Review TM Global 100 details and approve

Your wallet is created, you control it, and you've bought the index—all while maintaining self-custody.

Ongoing Operations (Zero Custody Risk)

Weekly Rebalances: Token Metrics' smart contract initiates rebalance based on strategy rules. Transaction occurs within YOUR wallet (not custodial account). You can see the transaction on blockchain explorers. Funds never leave your control—they just recompose from BTC+ETH+... to updated weights.

Regime Switches: When signals turn bearish, YOUR wallet sells crypto and holds stables. When signals turn bullish, YOUR wallet buys crypto from stables. Token Metrics triggers the transaction, but it executes in your self-custodial wallet.

Withdrawals: At any time, withdraw some or all funds to any address. No approval needed from Token Metrics. It’s a standard blockchain transaction—Token Metrics can't block it.

What Happens If Token Metrics Disappears?

Imagine Token Metrics goes bankrupt tomorrow. With custodial services, your funds are trapped. With TM Global 100:

  • Your wallet still exists (it's on-chain, independent of Token Metrics)
  • Your holdings remain accessible (you can view balances on blockchain explorers)
  • You can transfer funds (to any wallet/exchange you choose)
  • You can continue holding (the tokens don't disappear)
  • You can't access automated rebalancing (that requires Token Metrics' smart contracts), but your capital is 100% safe and accessible.

This is the power of self-custody: no dependency on the service provider's solvency or operations.

Comparison to Custodial Crypto Indices

Token Metrics isn't the only crypto index provider. How does TM Global 100's self-custody compare to alternatives?

Custodial Index Providers

  • Typical Structure: Deposit funds to provider's platform. Provider holds crypto in their custody. You own "shares" or "units" representing claim on assets. Withdrawal requires provider approval and processing time.
  • Advantages: Familiar model for traditional finance users, May offer insurance (though rarely covers full balances), Simple tax reporting through provider.
  • Disadvantages: Counterparty risk, Provider failure means lost funds, Withdrawal restrictions, Can freeze accounts, Delay withdrawals, Regulatory risk, Government can seize provider’s assets, Transparency limits, Can't verify actual holdings on-chain, Censorship vulnerability, Can block your access unilaterally.

Self-Custodial Model

Funds remain in your self-custodial smart contract wallet. You maintain control via private authentication. Token Metrics provides strategy execution, not custody. Withdrawal is immediate—it's already your wallet.

  • Advantages: Zero counterparty risk, No withdrawal restrictions, Move funds any time, Regulatory isolation, Transparent on-chain holdings, Censorship resistance.
  • Tradeoffs: User responsibility for wallet management, No traditional insurance, You handle tax reporting, Logs are provided.

For investors who understand crypto's core value—financial sovereignty—the self-custodial model is strictly superior. Custodial convenience isn't worth systemic risk.

Trustless by Design

Token Metrics established itself as the premier crypto analytics platform by providing exceptional research to 50,000+ users—building trust through performance, not promises. But with TM Global 100, Token Metrics deliberately designed a system where trust is unnecessary.

Traditional Financial Services

"Trust us to handle your money responsibly. We have reputation, insurance, and regulatory oversight."

Crypto's Original Vision

"Don't trust, verify. Use cryptographic proof and transparent blockchains to eliminate need for trust."

TM Global 100

"We provide excellent research and systematic execution. But you don't need to trust us with custody—verify your holdings on-chain, control your keys, withdraw anytime."

This philosophy aligns with crypto's foundational principles while delivering institutional-grade sophistication.

How Token Metrics Makes Money Without Custody

Traditional indices profit by holding client assets and taking fees. Token Metrics profits differently: Platform Fee: Annual percentage (1.5-2.0%) charged from YOUR holdings in YOUR wallet. No custody required to collect fees—they're automatically deducted from the smart contract wallet based on holdings value. Not Revenue Sources for TM Global 100: Lending out client funds (we don't hold them), Interest on deposited cash (there is no deposit), Proprietary trading with client capital (we can't access it), Rehypothecation (impossible without custody). Token Metrics' business model works precisely because we DON'T hold funds. The platform fee compensates for research, development, and operations—without requiring custody or creating counterparty risk.

The Accountability Structure

Self-custody creates natural accountability:

  • Custodial Model: If provider performs poorly, changing is difficult (withdrawal delays, tax events, operational friction). Users stay with mediocre services out of inertia.
  • Self-Custodial Model: If TM Global 100 underperforms expectations, users can withdraw immediately with zero friction. Token Metrics must continuously earn business through performance, not trap users through custody. This alignment of incentives produces better outcomes. Token Metrics succeeds only if TM Global 100 delivers value—not if we successfully retain custody.

Security Without Custodial Risk

Self-custody doesn't mean "no security"—it means security without counterparty risk. Token Metrics implements multiple security layers:

  • Wallet Security: Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption, Rate Limiting, Device Fingerprinting, Session Management.
  • Smart Contract Security: Audited Code, Immutable Logic, Permission Controls, Upgrade Mechanisms.
  • Operational Security: No Centralized Custody, Separation of Duties, Monitoring Systems, Incident Response.
  • Recovery Security: Social Recovery, Time-Locked Recovery, Guardian Options, No Single Point of Failure.

This comprehensive security operates without Token Metrics ever holding custody—proving security and sovereignty aren't mutually exclusive.

The Regulatory Advantage

Self-custody provides regulatory benefits beyond security:

  • Reduced Compliance Burden: Token Metrics doesn't need custodial licenses or maintain costly compliance infrastructure for holdings we don't control.
  • Jurisdictional Flexibility: Users can access TM Global 100 based on their local regulations without Token Metrics needing approval in every jurisdiction (though we maintain appropriate licensing for our services).
  • Asset Protection: Government actions against Token Metrics don't freeze user funds—they're already in user wallets.
  • Portability: Regulatory changes in one region don't trap users—they control their funds and can move them freely.

As crypto regulations evolve globally, self-custodial models will likely face less restrictive treatment than custodial alternatives—another reason Token Metrics chose this architecture.

Decision Framework: Custodial vs. Self-Custodial Indices

  • Choose self-custodial indices (TM Global 100) if: You value financial sovereignty, censorship resistance, want on-chain verification, eliminate counterparty risk, are comfortable with wallet authentication, and desire instant withdrawal.
  • Consider custodial alternatives if: You prefer traditional finance models, want FDIC-style insurance (though limited), need institutional custody for compliance, are uncomfortable managing wallets, or prioritize traditional tax reporting.

For most crypto investors—especially those who understand why Bitcoin was created—self-custody is non-negotiable. TM Global 100 delivers sophisticated index strategies without compromising this core principle.

Conclusion: Trust Through Verification, Not Promises

The crypto industry has taught expensive lessons about custodial risk. Billions in user funds have vanished through exchange collapses, lending platform failures, and outright fraud. Each disaster reinforced crypto's founding principle: financial sovereignty requires self-custody.

Token Metrics built TM Global 100 to honor this principle. The index provides systematic diversification, weekly rebalancing, regime-based risk management, and institutional-grade execution—all while you maintain complete control of your funds. Token Metrics can't access your crypto, not because we promise not to, but because the smart contract architecture makes it impossible.

This isn't about not trusting Token Metrics. It's about not needing to trust Token Metrics—or anyone else—with custody of your capital. That's how crypto is supposed to work. You verify holdings on-chain. You control withdrawals. You authorize transactions. Token Metrics provides research, signals, and systematic execution. But your crypto stays yours.

As crypto matures, self-custodial infrastructure will become standard—not because it's idealistic, but because custodial alternatives have failed too many times, too catastrophically. Token Metrics is simply ahead of the curve. Not your keys, not your crypto. TM Global 100: your keys, your crypto.

Research

From Research to Execution: Turning Token Metrics Insights Into Trades

Token Metrics Team
8
MIN

You've spent 30 minutes analyzing Token Metrics' AI-powered ratings. VIRTUAL shows 89/100, RENDER at 82/100, JUP at 78/100. The market regime indicator flashes bullish. Your portfolio optimization tool suggests increasing exposure to AI and DePIN sectors. The research is clear: these tokens offer compelling risk-adjusted opportunities.

Then reality hits. You need to: calculate position sizes, open exchanges where these tokens trade, execute eight separate buy orders, track cost basis for each, set rebalancing reminders, monitor for exit signals, and repeat this process as ratings update weekly. Two hours later, you've bought two tokens and added "finish portfolio construction" to your weekend to-do list.

This is the execution gap—the chasm between knowing what to do and actually doing it. Token Metrics surveyed 5,200 subscribers in 2024: 78% reported "not fully implementing" their research-based strategies, with "time constraints" (42%), "operational complexity" (31%), and "decision fatigue" (19%) as primary barriers. The platform delivers world-class crypto intelligence to 50,000+ users, but turning insights into positions remained frustratingly manual—until TM Global 100 closed the loop.

The Research Excellence Problem

Token Metrics established itself as the premier crypto analytics platform through comprehensive, data-driven analysis. The platform provides:

  • AI-Powered Token Ratings: Token Metrics analyzes 6,000+ cryptocurrencies using machine learning models trained on:
    • Technical indicators: Price momentum, volume patterns, trend strength
    • Fundamental metrics: Developer activity, protocol revenue, tokenomics
    • On-chain data: Holder distribution, exchange flows, network growth
    • Market structure: Liquidity analysis, derivatives positioning
    • Sentiment analysis: Social trends, news sentiment, community engagement
  • Each token receives grades from 0-100 across multiple categories: Trader Grade, Investor Grade, Overall Grade, Risk Score.

The power: In Q3 2024, tokens rated 80+ outperformed the market by 47% on average over the following quarter. The research identifies opportunities with statistical edge.

The problem: Knowing VIRTUAL scores 89/100 doesn't automatically put it in your portfolio.

Market Regime Signals

Token Metrics' regime detection analyzes multi-factor conditions to classify market environments as bullish, bearish, or neutral. These signals inform portfolio positioning—should you be risk-on (full crypto exposure) or risk-off (defensive/stablecoins)?

Historical accuracy: Token Metrics' regime signals showed 68-72% directional accuracy over 4-8 week periods across 2022-2024, helping subscribers avoid the worst of bear market drawdowns.

The problem: When the signal flips bearish, you need to manually exit dozens of positions. Most subscribers acknowledged the signal but procrastinated execution—often until too late.

Trading Signals

Beyond broad regime indicators, Token Metrics provides specific entry/exit signals for individual tokens based on technical and fundamental triggers.

Example signals (October 2024):

  • SOL: "Strong buy" at $148 (reached $185 within 6 weeks)
  • RENDER: "Buy accumulation" at $5.20 (reached $7.80 within 8 weeks)
  • LINK: "Take partial profits" at $15.50 (consolidated to $12.20 over 4 weeks)

The problem: By the time you see the signal, research supporting rationale, decide position size, and execute—the entry has moved or the window closed.

Portfolio Optimization

Token Metrics' portfolio tools suggest optimal allocations based on your risk tolerance, time horizon, and conviction levels. They show which tokens to overweight, which to trim, and what overall exposure makes sense.

The insight: "Your portfolio is 45% BTC, 30% ETH, 25% alts. Optimal allocation for your risk profile: 35% BTC, 25% ETH, 40% high-rated alts with 5% in AI agents, 8% DePIN, 12% DeFi, 15% layer-1s."

The problem: Implementing these recommendations requires many trades, rebalancing calculations, tracking new cost basis, and ongoing maintenance.

The Execution Gap: Where Good Research Dies

Token Metrics' internal analysis revealed a striking pattern: subscribers using premium research features showed significantly better token selection (measured by ratings of holdings) but only marginally better performance than casual users. The bottleneck wasn't research quality—it was implementation.

Five Common Execution Failures

  1. Analysis Paralysis: "I spent three hours reviewing ratings and signals. Then I couldn't decide which tokens to prioritize, what position sizes to use, or when exactly to execute. I ended up doing nothing." The paradox: More information should enable better decisions. Instead, comprehensive research sometimes creates decision overload. With 50+ tokens rated 70+, which 10-15 do you actually buy?
  2. Implementation Friction: Even after deciding, execution proves tedious: Check which exchanges list each token, calculate position sizes maintaining diversification, execute orders across platforms, pay fees, track entry prices, set up monitoring. Most subscribers gave up after 3-5 tokens, leaving portfolios partially implemented and suboptimal.
  3. Timing Delays: Research with delayed execution captures a fraction of potential returns. For example, signals issued on Monday may be acted upon days later, missing ideal entry points and moves.
  4. Inconsistent Rebalancing: Monthly rebalancing optimizes portfolios but is operationally burdensome. Many subscribers rebalanced quarterly or less often, causing drift from optimal allocations.
  5. Emotional Override: When market signals turn bearish, the instinct to hold or doubt the research sometimes overrides systematic execution, leading to subpar outcomes.

The Missing Infrastructure: Automatic Implementation

Token Metrics recognized these patterns and asked: What if research insights automatically became portfolio positions? What if ratings updates triggered systematic rebalancing? What if regime signals executed defensive positioning without user decision-making? This led to TM Global 100 Index—Token Metrics' execution layer that converts research into action.

How TM Global 100 Implements Token Metrics Research

Research Input #1: Market Cap Rankings + Quality Screening

Token Metrics maintains data on 6,000+ tokens. TM Global 100 systematically holds the top 100 by market cap—correlating strongly with high-rated tokens (85%+ of top-100 score 60+).

Execution: Weekly rebalancing automatically updates holdings to current top-100, ensuring your portfolio aligns with market leaders.

Research Input #2: Market Regime Signals

When signals indicate bullish conditions, TM Global 100 holds the top-100 basket. When signals turn bearish, it shifts entirely to stablecoins. All transitions happen automatically, without manual intervention.

Research Input #3: Rebalancing Discipline

Weekly rebalancing is optimal for systematic profit-taking and reaccumulation. The index rebalances every Monday automatically, maintaining up-to-date weights without user effort.

Research Input #4: Diversification Principles

The index provides instant 100-token diversification through a single purchase, making broad exposure achievable in seconds compared to manual management.

Real Subscriber Stories: Before and After

Case Study 1: The Overwhelmed Analyst

Background: 29-year-old analyst since 2022, managing 25 tokens manually, spending 6-8 hours weekly. Missed opportunities due to operational hurdles. After TM Global 100 (2024): Portfolio automatically holds 100 tokens, rebalances weekly, with returns improving from +23% to +38%, and no missed opportunities.

Quote: "TM Global 100 turns every insight into an automatic position. Finally, my returns match the research quality."

Case Study 2: The Signal Ignorer

Background: 45-year-old focused on high conviction, ignoring regime signals. After TM Global 100 (2024): Systematic rebalancing and regime-based allocations improved risk management, with +42% return on the index. Quote: "Automation removed the psychological barrier. The research was always good; I was the broken execution layer."

Case Study 3: The Time-Strapped Professional

Background: 36-year-old limited time, holding just BTC and ETH. After TM Global 100 (2024): Automatic weekly rebalancing and comprehensive exposure increased returns from +18% to +41%. Quote: "Finally, research became ROI—no more operational burden."

The Feedback Loop: How TM Global 100 Improves Token Metrics Research

The system works bidirectionally. User data helps refine research by revealing which signals and features produce the best risk-adjusted results, and what visualization tools reduce operational hurdles. This cycle benefits all users through continuous improvement.

The Broader Execution Suite (Beyond TM Global 100)

Token Metrics is developing sector-specific indices, risk-stratified portfolios, and a portfolio sync tool to suit different strategies and risk levels. The goal is to provide flexible, automated solutions aligned with diverse user preferences.

Manual Implementation Guide (for those who prefer it)

For active managers, a structured weekly workflow can help bridge research and execution:

  1. Review market regime and weekly commentary (20 min)
  2. Assess ratings for holdings and potential entries (30 min)
  3. Execute trades, update records (15 min)
  4. Review portfolio and prepare next steps (15-25 min)

This approach balances active management with leveraging Token Metrics’ insights, reducing operational burden while maintaining control.

Cost-Benefit Analysis: Subscription + Index vs. Subscription Alone

Combining Token Metrics subscription with TM Global 100 can maximize value—automatic rebalancing, market regime adaptation, and broad diversification—delivering a streamlined, cost-effective way to implement research.

Conclusion: Close the Loop

Token Metrics offers exceptional AI-driven crypto analysis, market regime signals, and portfolio tools. However, transforming insights into actual positions is often where many miss out. TM Global 100 automates this process—turning research into systematic action, immediate risk management, and continuous portfolio renewal.

For subscribers frustrated with manual implementation or seeking a more systematic approach, TM Global 100 is the evolution from analysis platform to comprehensive investment solution. Great research deserves great execution—now it has it.

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Python Quick-Start with Token Metrics: The Ultimate Crypto Price API

Token Metrics Team
10 min
MIN

If you’re a Python developer looking to build smarter crypto apps, bots, or dashboards, you need two things: reliable data and AI-powered insights. The Token Metrics API gives you both. In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to quickly get started using Token Metrics as your Python crypto price API, including how to authenticate, install the SDK, and run your first request in minutes.

Whether you’re pulling live market data, integrating Trader Grades into your trading strategy, or backtesting with OHLCV data, this guide has you covered.

🚀 Quick Setup for Developers in a Hurry

Install the official Token Metrics Python SDK:

pip install tokenmetrics

Or if you prefer working with requests directly, no problem. We’ll show both methods below.

🔑 Step 1: Generate Your API Key

Before anything else, you’ll need a Token Metrics account.

  1. Go to app.tokenmetrics.com/en/api
  2. Log in and navigate to the API Keys Dashboard
  3. Click Generate API Key
  4. Name your key (e.g., “Development”, “Production”)
  5. Copy it immediately — keep it secret.

You can monitor usage, rate limits, and quotas right from the dashboard. Track each key’s status, last used date, and revoke access at any time.

📈 Step 2: Retrieve Crypto Prices in Python

Here’s a simple example to fetch the latest price data for Ethereum (ETH):

import requests

API_KEY = "YOUR_API_KEY"

headers = {"x-api-key": API_KEY}

url = "https://api.tokenmetrics.com/v2/daily-ohlcv?symbol=ETH&startDate=<YYYY-MM-DD>&endDate=<YYYY-MM-DD>"

response = requests.get(url, headers=headers)

data = response.json()

for candle in data['data']:

    print(f"Date: {candle['DATE']} | Close: ${candle['CLOSE']}")

You now have a working python crypto price API pipeline. Customize startDate or endDate to get specific range of historical data.

📊 Add AI-Powered Trader Grades

Token Metrics’ secret sauce is its AI-driven token ratings. Here’s how to access Trader Grades for ETH:

grade_url = "https://api.tokenmetrics.com/v2/trader-grades?symbol=ETH&limit=30d"

grades = requests.get(grade_url, headers=headers).json()['data']

for day in grades:

    print(f"{day['DATE']} — Trader Grade: {day['TA_GRADE']}")

Use this data to automate trading logic (e.g., enter trades when Grade > 85) or overlay on charts.

🔁 Combine Data for Backtesting

Want to test a strategy? Merge OHLCV and Trader Grades for any token:

import pandas as pd

ohlcv_df = pd.DataFrame(data['data'])

grades_df = pd.DataFrame(grades)

combined_df = pd.merge(ohlcv_df, grades_df, on="DATE")

print(combined_df.head())

Now you can run simulations, build analytics dashboards, or train your own models.

⚙️ Endpoint Coverage for Python Devs

  • /daily-ohlcv: Historical price data
  • /trader-grades: AI signal grades (0–100)
  • /trading-signals: Bullish/Bearish signals for short and long positions.
  • /sentiment: AI-modeled sentiment scores
  • /tmai: Ask questions in plain English

All endpoints return structured JSON and can be queried via requests, axios, or any modern client.

🧠 Developer Tips

  • Each request = 1 credit (tracked in real time)
  • Rate limits depend on your plan (Free = 1 req/min)
  • Use the API Usage Dashboard to monitor and optimize
  • Free plan = 5,000 calls/month — perfect for testing and building MVPs

💸 Bonus: Save 35% with $TMAI

You can reduce your API bill by up to 35% by staking and paying with Token Metrics’ native token, $TMAI. Available via the settings → payments page.

🌐 Final Thoughts

If you're searching for the best python crypto price API with more than just price data, Token Metrics is the ultimate choice. It combines market data with proprietary AI intelligence, trader/investor grades, sentiment scores, and backtest-ready endpoints—all in one platform.

✅ Real-time & historical data
✅ RESTful endpoints
✅ Python-ready SDKs and docs
✅ Free plan to start building today

Start building today → tokenmetrics.com/api

Looking for SDK docs? Explore the full Python Quick Start Guide

Research

Crypto API to Google Sheets in 5 Minutes: How to Use Token Metrics API with Apps Script

Token Metrics Team
6 min
MIN

If you're a trader, data analyst, or crypto enthusiast, chances are you've wanted to pull live crypto data directly into Google Sheets. Whether you're tracking prices, building custom dashboards, or backtesting strategies, having real-time data at your fingertips can give you an edge.

In this guide, we'll show you how to integrate the Token Metrics API — a powerful crypto API with free access to AI-powered signals — directly into Google Sheets in under 5 minutes using Google Apps Script.

📌 Why Use Google Sheets for Crypto Data?

Google Sheets is a flexible, cloud-based spreadsheet that:

  • Requires no coding to visualize data
  • Can be shared and updated in real time
  • Offers formulas, charts, and conditional formatting
  • Supports live API connections with Apps Script

When combined with the Token Metrics API, it becomes a powerful dashboard that updates live with Trader Grades, Bull/Bear Signals, historical OHLCV data, and more.

🚀 What Is Token Metrics API?

The Token Metrics API provides real-time and historical crypto data powered by AI. It includes:

  • Trader Grade: A score from 0 to 100 showing bullish/bearish potential
  • Bull/Bear Signal: A binary signal showing market direction
  • OHLCV: Open-High-Low-Close-Volume price history
  • Token Metadata: Symbol, name, category, market cap, and more

The best part? The free Basic Plan includes:

  • 5,000 API calls/month
  • Access to core endpoints
  • Hourly data refresh
  • No credit card required

👉 Sign up for free here

🛠️ What You’ll Need

  • A free Token Metrics API key
  • A Google account
  • Basic familiarity with Google Sheets

⚙️ How to Connect Token Metrics API to Google Sheets

Here’s how to get live AI-powered crypto data into Sheets using Google Apps Script.

🔑 Step 1: Generate Your API Key

  1. Visit: https://app.tokenmetrics.com/en/api
  2. Click “Generate API Key”
  3. Copy it — you’ll use this in the script

📄 Step 2: Create a New Google Sheet

  1. Go to Google Sheets
  2. Create a new spreadsheet
  3. Click Extensions > Apps Script

💻 Step 3: Paste This Apps Script

const TOKEN_METRICS_API_KEY = 'YOUR_API_KEY_HERE';

async function getTraderGrade(symbol) {

  const url = `https://api.tokenmetrics.com/v2/trader-grades?symbol=${symbol.toUpperCase()}`;

  const options = {

    method: 'GET',

    contentType: 'application/json',

    headers: {

      'accept': 'application/json',

      'x-api-key': TOKEN_METRICS_API_KEY,

    },

    muteHttpExceptions: true

  };

  

  const response = UrlFetchApp.fetch(url, options);

  const data = JSON.parse(response.getContentText() || "{}")

  

  if (data.success && data.data.length) {

    const coin = data.data[0];

    return [

      coin.TOKEN_NAME,

      coin.TOKEN_SYMBOL,

      coin.TA_GRADE,

      coin.DATE

    ];

  } else {

    return ['No data', '-', '-', '-'];

  }

}

async function getSheetData() {

  const sheet = SpreadsheetApp.getActiveSpreadsheet().getActiveSheet();

  const symbols = sheet.getRange('A2:A').getValues().flat().filter(Boolean);

  const results = [];

  results.push(['Name', 'Symbol', 'Trader Grade', 'Date']);

  for (const symbol of symbols) {

    if (symbol) {

      const row = await getTraderGrade(symbol);

      results.push(row);

    }

  }

  sheet.getRange(2, 2, results.length, results[0].length).setValues(results);

}

🧪 Step 4: Run the Script

  1. Replace 'YOUR_API_KEY_HERE' with your real API key.
  2. Save the project as TokenMetricsCryptoAPI.
  3. In your sheet, enter a list of symbols (e.g., BTC, ETH, SOL) in Column A.
  4. Go to the script editor and run getSheetData() from the dropdown menu.

Note: The first time, Google will ask for permission to access the script.

✅ Step 5: View Your Live Data

After the script runs, you’ll see:

  • Coin name and symbol
  • Trader Grade (0–100)
  • Timestamp

You can now:

  • Sort by Trader Grade
  • Add charts and pivot tables
  • Schedule automatic updates with triggers (e.g., every hour)

🧠 Why Token Metrics API Is Ideal for Google Sheets Users

Unlike basic price APIs, Token Metrics offers AI-driven metrics that help you:

  • Anticipate price action before it happens
  • Build signal-based dashboards or alerts
  • Validate strategies against historical signals
  • Keep your data fresh with hourly updates

And all of this starts for free.

🏗️ Next Steps: Expand Your Sheet

Here’s what else you can build:

  • A portfolio tracker that pulls your top coins’ grades
  • A sentiment dashboard using historical OHLCV
  • A custom screener that filters coins by Trader Grade > 80
  • A Telegram alert system triggered by Sheets + Apps Script + Webhooks

You can also upgrade to the Advanced Plan to unlock 21 endpoints including:

  • Investor Grades
  • Smart Indices
  • Sentiment Metrics
  • Quantitative AI reports
  • 60x API speed

🔐 Security Tip

Never share your API key in a public Google Sheet. Use script-level access and keep the sheet private unless required.

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✍️ Final Thoughts

If you're serious about crypto trading or app development, integrating live market signals into your workflow can be a game-changer. With the Token Metrics API, you can get institutional-grade AI signals — right inside Google Sheets.

This setup is simple, fast, and completely free to start. Try it today and unlock a smarter way to trade and build in crypto.

👉 Get Your API Key & Start for Free

Announcements

🚀Put Your $TMAI to Work: Daily Rewards, No Locks, Up To 200% APR.

Token Metrics Team
5 min
MIN

Liquidity farming just got a major upgrade. Token Metrics AI ($TMAI) has launched its first liquidity incentive campaign on Merk — and it’s designed for yield hunters looking to earn fast, with no lockups, no gimmicks, and real rewards from Day 1.

📅 Campaign Details

  • Duration: June 5 – June 19, 2025
  • Rewards Begin: 17:00 UTC / 1:00 PM ET
  • Total TMAI Committed: 38 million+ $TMAI
  • No Lockups: Enter or exit at any time
  • APR Potential: Up to 200%

For two weeks, liquidity providers can earn high daily rewards across three different pools. All rewards are paid in $TMAI and distributed continuously — block by block — through the Merkl platform.

💧 Where to Earn – The Pools (as of June 5, 17:00 UTC)

Pool                                                    Starting APR %               Total Rewards (14 days)                Current TVL

Aerodrome WETH–TMAI        150%                                16.79M TMAI (~$11,000)                   $86,400

Uniswap v3 USDC–TMAI        200%                                14.92M TMAI (~$9,800)                    $19,900

Balancer 95/5 WETH–TMAI    200%                                5.60M TMAI (~$3,700)                       $9,500

These pools are live and actively paying rewards. APR rates aren’t displayed on Merkl until the first 24 hours of data are available — but early providers will already be earning.

🧠 Why This Campaign Stands Out

1. Turbo Rewards for a Short Time

This isn’t a slow-drip farm. The TMAI Merkl campaign is designed to reward action-takers. For the first few days, yields are especially high — thanks to low TVL and full daily reward distribution.

2. No Lockups or Waiting Periods

You can provide liquidity and withdraw it anytime — even the same day. There are no lockups, no vesting, and no delayed payout mechanics. All rewards accrue automatically and are claimable through Merkl.

3. Choose Your Risk Profile

You get to pick your exposure.

  • Want ETH upside? Stake in Aerodrome or Balancer.
  • Prefer stablecoin stability? Go with the Uniswap v3 USDC–TMAI pool.

4. Influence the Future of TMAI Yield Farming

This campaign isn’t just about yield — it’s a test. If enough users participate and volume grows, the Token Metrics Treasury will consider extending liquidity rewards into Q3 and beyond. That means more TMAI emissions, longer timelines, and consistent passive income opportunities for LPs.

5. Built for Transparency and Speed

Rewards are distributed via Merkl by Angle Labs, a transparent, gas-efficient platform for programmable liquidity mining. You can see the exact rewards, TVL, wallet counts, and pool analytics at any time.

🔧 How to Get Started

Getting started is simple. You only need a crypto wallet, some $TMAI, and a matching asset (either WETH or USDC, depending on the pool).

Step-by-step:

  1. Pick a pool:
    Choose from Aerodrome, Uniswap v3, or Balancer depending on your risk appetite and asset preference.

  2. Provide liquidity:
    Head to the Merkl link for your pool, deposit both assets, and your position is live immediately.

  3. Track your earnings:
    Watch TMAI accumulate daily in your Merkl dashboard. You can claim rewards at any time.

  4. Withdraw when you want:
    Since there are no lockups, you can remove your liquidity whenever you choose — rewards stop the moment liquidity is pulled.

🎯 Final Thoughts

This is a rare opportunity to earn serious rewards in a short amount of time. Whether you’re new to liquidity mining or a DeFi veteran, the TMAI Merkl campaign is built for speed, flexibility, and transparency.

You’re still early. The best yields happen in the first days, before TVL rises and APR stabilizes. Dive in now and maximize your returns while the turbo phase is still on.

👉 Join the Pools and Start Earning

Announcements

Token Metrics API Joins RapidAPI: The Fastest Way to Add AI-Grade Crypto Data to Your App

Token Metrics Team
5 min
MIN

The hunt for a dependable Crypto API normally ends in a graveyard of half-maintained GitHub repos, flaky RPC endpoints, and expensive enterprise feeds that hide the true cost behind a sales call. Developers waste days wiring those sources together, only to learn that one fails during a market spike or that data schemas never quite align. The result? Bots mis-fire, dashboards drift out of sync, and growth stalls while engineers chase yet another “price feed.”

That headache stops today. Token Metrics API, the same engine that powers more than 70 000 users on the Token Metrics analytics platform, is now live on RapidAPI—the largest marketplace of public APIs with more than four million developers. One search, one click, and you get an AI-grade Crypto API with institutional reliability and a 99.99 % uptime SLA.

Why RapidAPI + Token Metrics API Matters

  • Native developer workflow – No separate billing portal, OAuth flow, or SDK hunt. Click “Subscribe,” pick the Free plan, and RapidAPI instantly generates a key.

  • Single playground – Run test calls in-browser and copy snippets in cURL, Python, Node, Go, or Rust without leaving the listing.

  • Auto-scale billing – When usage grows, RapidAPI handles metering and invoices. You focus on product, not procurement.

What Makes the Token Metrics Crypto API Different?

  1. Twenty-one production endpoints

    Live & historical prices, hourly and daily OHLCV, proprietary Trader & Investor Grades, on-chain and social sentiment, AI-curated sector indices, plus deep-dive AI reports that summarise fundamentals, code health, and tokenomics.

  2. AI signals that win

    Over the last 24 months, more than 70 % of our bull/bear signals outperformed simple buy-and-hold. The API delivers that same alpha in flat JSON.

  3. Institutional reliability

    99.99 % uptime, public status page, and automatic caching for hot endpoints keep latency low even on volatile days.

Three-Step Quick Start

  1. Search “Token Metrics API” on RapidAPI and click Subscribe.
  2. Select the Free plan (5 000 calls / month, 20 request / min) and copy your key.
  3. Test:

bash

CopyEdit

curl -H "X-RapidAPI-Key: YOUR_KEY" \

     -H "X-RapidAPI-Host: tokenmetrics.p.rapidapi.com" \

     https://tokenmetrics.p.rapidapi.com/v2/trader-grades?symbol=BTC

The response returns Bitcoin’s live Trader Grade (0-100) and bull/bear flag. Swap BTC for any asset or explore /indices, /sentiment, and /ai-reports.

Real-World Use Cases

Use case

How developers apply the Token Metrics API

Automated trading bots

Rotate allocations when Trader Grade > 85 or sentiment flips bear.

Portfolio dashboards

Pull index weights, grades, and live prices in a single call for instant UI load.

Research terminals

Inject AI Reports into Notion/Airtable for analyst workflows.

No-code apps

Combine Zapier webhooks with RapidAPI to display live sentiment without code.

Early adopters report 30 % faster build times because they no longer reconcile five data feeds.

Pricing That Scales

  • Free – 5 000 calls, 30-day history.
  • Advanced – 20 000 calls, 3-month history.
  • Premium – 100 000 calls, 3-year history.
  • VIP – 500 000 calls, unlimited history.

Overages start at $0.005 per call.

Ready to Build?

• RapidAPI listing: https://rapidapi.com/tm-ai/api/token-metrics 

https://rapidapi.com/token-metrics-token-metrics-default/api/token-metrics-api1
• Developer docs: https://developers.tokenmetrics.com
• Support Slack: https://join.slack.com/t/tokenmetrics-devs/shared_invite/…

Spin up your key, ship your bot, and let us know what you create—top projects earn API credits and a Twitter shout-out.

Announcements

Crypto MCP Server: Token Metrics Brings One-Key Data to OpenAI, Claude, Cursor & Windsurf

Token Metrics Team
5 min
MIN

The modern crypto stack is a jungle of AI agents: IDE copilots that finish code, desktop assistants that summarise white-papers, CLI tools that back-test strategies, and slide generators that turn metrics into pitch decks. Each tool speaks a different protocol, so developers juggle multiple keys and mismatched JSON every time they query a Crypto API. That fragmentation slows innovation and creates silent data drift.

To fix it, we built the Token Metrics Crypto MCP Server—a lightweight gateway that unifies every tool around a single Multi-Client Crypto API. MCP (Multi-Client Protocol) sits in front of the Token Metrics API and translates requests into one canonical schema. Paste your key once, and a growing suite of clients speaks the same crypto language:

  • OpenAI Agents SDK – build ChatGPT-style agents with live grades
  • Claude Desktop – natural-language research powered by real-time metrics
  • Cursor / Windsurf IDE – in-editor instant queries
  • Raycast, Tome, VS Code, Cline and more

Why a Crypto MCP Server Beats Separate APIs

Consistency – Claude’s grade equals Windsurf’s grade.
One-time auth – store one key; clients handle headers automatically.
Faster prototyping – build in Cursor, test in Windsurf, present in Tome without rewriting queries.
Lower cost – shared quota plus $TMAI discount across all tools.

Getting Started

  1. Sign up for the Free plan (5 000 calls/month) and get your key: https://app.tokenmetrics.com/en/api
  2. Click the client you want to setup mcp for: smithery.ai/server/@token-metrics/mcp or https://modelcontextprotocol.io/clients

Your LLM assistant, IDE, CLI, and slide deck now share a single, reliable crypto brain. Copy your key, point to MCP, and start building the next generation of autonomous finance.

How Teams Use the Multi-Client Crypto API

  • Research to Execution – Analysts ask Claude for “Top 5 DeFi tokens with improving Trader Grades.” Cursor fetches code snippets; Windsurf trades the shortlist—all on identical data.
  • DevRel Demos – Share a single GitHub repo with instructions for Cursor, VS Code, and CLI; workshop attendees choose their favorite environment and still hit the same endpoints.
  • Compliance Dashboards – Tome auto-refreshes index allocations every morning, ensuring slide decks stay current without manual updates

Pricing, Rate Limits, and $TMAI

The Crypto MCP Server follows the core Token Metrics API plans: Free, Advanced, Premium, and VIP up to 500 000 calls/month and 600 req/min. Paying or staking $TMAI applies the familiar 10 % pay-in bonus plus up to 25 % staking rebate—35 % total savings. No new SKU, no hidden fee.

Build Once, Query Everywhere

The Token Metrics Crypto MCP Server turns seven scattered tools into one cohesive development environment. Your LLM assistant, IDE, CLI, and slideshow app now read from the same real-time ledger. Copy your key, point to MCP, and start building the next generation of autonomous finance.

• Github repo: https://github.com/token-metrics/mcp

👉 Ready to build? Grab your key from https://app.tokenmetrics.com/en/api

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Unlock Smarter Trades: Explore the All-New Token Metrics Market Page for Crypto Signal Discovery

Token Metrics Team
4 min
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In the fast-paced world of crypto trading, timing is everything. One small delay can mean missing out on a breakout — or getting caught in a dump. That’s why we’ve completely redesigned the Token Metrics Market Page for 2025, bringing users faster access to the most accurate crypto trading signals powered by AI, on-chain analysis, and proprietary data science models.

This isn’t just a design refresh. It’s a full rethinking of how traders interact with data — with one goal in mind: make smarter trades faster.

Why Interface Matters in 2025’s Data-Driven Crypto Market

Crypto has matured. In 2025, the market is no longer driven by just hype or tweets. The best traders are using quantitative tools, AI signals, and real-time on-chain intelligence to stay ahead. And the Token Metrics Market Page is now built to meet that standard.

Gone are the days of switching between ten different platforms to get a complete view of a token. With the new Market Page, everything you need to make a data-backed trading decision is at your fingertips — no noise, no fluff, just high-signal information.

What’s New: Market Page Features That Give You an Edge

🔥 High-Performing Signals Front and Center

At the top of the redesigned Market Page, we’ve surfaced the week’s most compelling bullish and bearish crypto signals. These aren’t just based on price action — they’re curated using a powerful blend of AI, technical analysis, momentum trends, and on-chain activity.

Take Launch Coin week. It’s been topping the bullish charts due to a sharp uptick in volume and social traction — even though the price has begun to stabilize. Our platform caught the early signal, helping users ride the wave before it showed up on mainstream crypto news feeds.

Every token featured here has passed through our proprietary signal engine, which incorporates:

  • Token Metrics Trader Grade (short-term technical outlook)
  • Investor Grade (longer-term fundamentals)
  • Volume & Liquidity metrics
  • Community sentiment and social velocity
  • Exchange and VC backing

The result? You don’t just know what’s pumping — you know why it’s moving, and whether it’s likely to hold.

🧠 Smarter Filtering and Custom Dashboards

Want to isolate tokens in the DeFi space? Looking for only high-grade bullish signals on Ethereum or Solana? With new filtering options by sector, signal strength, and chain, you can zero in on the exact types of trades you're looking for — whether you're a casual trader or running a portfolio strategy.

This personalized dashboard experience brings hedge-fund-grade analytics to your fingertips, democratizing access to sophisticated data tools for retail and pro traders alike.

📉 Data Visuals at a Glance

Every token card on the Market Page now comes with a visual snapshot showing:

  • Recent price movement
  • Momentum trends
  • Short-term vs. long-term grades
  • Signal performance over time

No need to deep-dive into separate pages unless you want to — Token Metrics puts quick visual context right where you need it to reduce friction and increase speed.

📱 Mobile-Optimized for Trading on the Go

We know many users monitor the market and execute trades from their phone. That’s why we’ve ensured the entire Market Page is fully mobile-responsive, optimized for fast swipes, taps, and decisions without losing any key insights.

With Token Metrics, your next trade idea can start while you’re commuting, grabbing coffee, or even mid-conversation at a crypto meetup.

The Token Metrics Advantage: AI-Powered Crypto Trading in Real-Time

This redesign is just one piece of the broader Token Metrics vision — making AI-driven crypto trading accessible to everyone.

If you’re serious about catching the next 10x altcoin, surviving market crashes, or just improving your signal-to-noise ratio, here’s why thousands of crypto traders choose Token Metrics:

  • Real-time trading signals for 6,000+ tokens
  • AI-generated Trader and Investor Grades
  • Market signals backed by 80+ data points
  • Daily updates from our deep-dive research AI
  • Integrated with self-custody workflows
  • Trusted by analysts, devs, and hedge funds

Our users aren’t just following the market — they’re leading it.

Use Case: How Traders Are Winning with Token Metrics

One of our users recently shared how they caught a 47% pump on an obscure DePIN token by acting on a Buy Signal that showed up in the Market Page’s Bullish section three days before the breakout. The token had minimal social chatter at the time, but our models flagged rising volume, strong fundamentals, and a breakout formation building on the technical side.

Stories like this are becoming common. With every new feature and dataset added to Token Metrics, users are getting smarter, faster, and more confident in their crypto trades.

What’s Next for the Market Page

This is just the beginning. Coming soon to the Market Page:

  • 💡 Auto-alerts based on your saved filters
  • 📊 Historical signal performance analytics
  • 🛠️ Integrations with our API for power users
  • 🧵 Narrative filters based on trending themes (AI, DeFi, Memes, RWA, etc.)

We’re building the most intelligent crypto trading assistant on the web — and the new Market Page is your window into it.

Final Thoughts: Don’t Just React — Predict

In crypto, being early is everything. But with thousands of tokens and hundreds of narratives, knowing where to look can be overwhelming.

The redesigned Token Metrics Market Page removes the guesswork.

By giving you AI-powered insights, real-time signals, and actionable visualizations, it transforms your screen into a decision-making engine. Whether you’re day trading or managing a long-term altcoin portfolio, the right data — surfaced the right way — gives you the edge you need.

Visit the new Market Page today, and see why 2025’s smartest crypto traders are making Token Metrics their go-to tool for navigating this volatile, opportunity-packed market.

Ready to Trade Smarter?

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Try Token Metrics free and get instant access to:

  • AI Signals
  • Investor and Trader Grades
  • Market Timing Tools
  • Bullish and Bearish Alerts

Because in crypto, data is the new alpha — and Token Metrics helps you unlock it.

Research

Launchcoin, Hype Cycles, and the Power of Crypto Trading with Token Metrics

Token Metrics Team
4 min
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In the fast-moving world of crypto, narratives can generate staggering returns — but they can also evaporate just as quickly. Launch Coin, one of 2025’s most talked-about tokens, is a perfect case study in how trends emerge, peak, and fade — and why having the right data matters more than ever for successful trading.

At its height, Launch Coin delivered an eye-popping 35x return, capturing the full attention of retail traders, influencers, and crypto-native venture funds alike. The premise was simple but powerful: users could launch a token simply by replying to a tweet. This radically lowered the barrier to token creation and empowered anyone with an idea to tokenize it — instantly.

But by late May, the token had corrected to 20x — still strong on paper, but signaling a definitive cooling of momentum. And with it, the social token narrative that once set Crypto Twitter on fire appears to be losing its grip. As traders reevaluate their exposure, this moment offers a broader lesson: the ability to detect the peak of a narrative is as important as catching its beginning.

The Rise of Launch Coin: What Made It Explode

Launch Coin arrived at just the right time.

  • The market was hungry for new ideas.
  • Token infrastructure had become easier than ever.
  • Crypto influencers were eager to test new engagement mechanics.

The combination of virality, accessibility, and novelty made Launchcoin irresistible. Its core feature — allowing users to tokenize ideas from social media — felt like the next evolution of community-building and creator monetization.

But more than the technology, it was the narrative that did the heavy lifting. In crypto, narratives are often the fuel that turns good ideas into short-term trading frenzies. And in Launchcoin’s case, the market piled in, creating the kind of momentum rarely seen outside meme coin season.

What the Drop to 20x Really Means

From a pure return standpoint, Launch Coin is still a winner. But price alone doesn’t tell the full story. The sharp retrace from its peak indicates a critical shift: interest is waning, even if believers remain vocal.

This kind of transition is common in crypto. We’ve seen it before:

  • Meme tokens like $DOGE and $PEPE exploding, then cooling.
  • NFT profile pictures dominating in 2021, then fading in 2022.
  • Yield farming innovations gaining traction, only to collapse under unsustainable tokenomics.

Launchcoin fits the same pattern. The rapid rise of token creation without friction led to a flood of low-quality projects, diluting excitement and prompting serious traders to rotate out. Today’s pullback reflects narrative fatigue — a critical turning point for traders.

Lessons from the Launch Coin Cycle — and How Token Metrics Helps You Trade Smarter

1. Narratives are powerful — but data wins trades

Many traders chase stories. But seasoned traders look for signals — the objective indicators that show when momentum is truly shifting. Token Metrics helps you cut through the noise by surfacing:

  • Trader Grade — based on short-term technicals, momentum, and volatility
  • Investor Grade — based on long-term fundamentals like liquidity, VC presence, and on-chain activity
  • Bullish/Bearish AI Signals — built on 80+ real-time data points

For Launch Coin, Token Metrics flagged the beginning of signal deterioration weeks before the broader market realized. While social media was still buzzing, our models showed declining momentum, weaker volume, and slowing engagement — early warnings for savvy traders.

2. You must be agile when trading narrative-based tokens

One of the biggest challenges in crypto trading is knowing when to rotate. Launch Coin’s decline didn’t happen in a vacuum. As capital exited social tokens, we saw attention shift toward AI tokens, DeFi lending protocols, and real-world asset platforms.

Token Metrics tracks narrative shifts in real time. On our Market Page, users can filter trending bullish signals by:

  • Sector (AI, DeFi, Memes, RWAs)
  • Chain (Ethereum, Solana, Base)
  • Signal strength
  • Market cap tiers (Large-cap, Mid-cap, Degen)

This makes it easier to identify early movers, reposition capital, and avoid getting trapped in narratives that are losing steam.

3. Tokens tied to platforms, not just hype, are more sustainable

Another insight: many of the most successful long-term tokens are backed by infrastructure, not just ideas. Ethereum, Solana, Chainlink — these all power ecosystems. Launchcoin’s challenge is whether it can evolve from a fun gimmick into a lasting layer for social token infrastructure.

Token Metrics’ Investor Grade can help you evaluate this potential by analyzing:

  • Ecosystem traction
  • Developer activity
  • Exchange listings
  • Backer profiles
  • Community strength

By weighting these factors into its grade, Token Metrics helps users avoid being misled by short-term excitement and focus instead on tokens with staying power.

Trading with Token Metrics: A Competitive Edge in Every Market Cycle

The Launchcoin episode highlights one truth about crypto: timing and information make the difference between profit and loss. And in an ecosystem driven by volatility, Token Metrics is designed to be your advantage.

Here’s what traders gain by using Token Metrics:

  • 🔎 Real-time trading signals for thousands of tokens
  • 💹 AI-powered market insights — fast, clean, and actionable
  • 📈 Dynamic grades and rankings updated daily
  • 🧠 Narrative awareness with filters for rising themes
  • 🧰 Toolkits for beginners and pros alike

Whether you’re scalping new tokens or investing in long-term projects, Token Metrics provides the data, structure, and confidence you need to trade smarter.

Looking Forward: Where Does the Market Go Next?

As Launch Coin cools, traders are asking: what’s the next 10x narrative?

Right now, data suggests that AI agents, DeFi primitives, and multi-chain interoperability are gaining traction. On the Token Metrics platform, the top-ranking bullish signals this week include several tokens tied to machine learning infrastructure and decentralized lending vaults.

But don’t wait for a newsletter to tell you what’s trending.

Explore the Token Metrics Market Page, set your filters, track the signals, and ride the next wave before it peaks. Because in crypto, the early bird doesn’t just get the worm — it gets the alpha.

Final Word: Stay Curious, Stay Cautious — and Stay Informed

Narratives will always rise and fall. What matters is your ability to spot when a hype cycle is starting — and when it’s ending.

With Token Metrics, you get more than just indicators. You get a full platform designed to surface truth beneath the noise — helping you trade with conviction, not confusion.

The Launchcoin cycle is a reminder of how fast crypto moves — and how important it is to trade with insight, speed, and structure.

Explore the platform today at tokenmetrics.com, and don’t just follow the narrative — trade it.

Research

How to Find the Next 10x Crypto Token with Token Metrics

Token Metrics Team
4 min
MIN

Every crypto investor dreams of discovering that one hidden gem — the token that goes from unknown to unstoppable, delivering 10x or even 50x returns. But with over 25,000 cryptocurrencies on the market in 2025, the big question remains: how do you actually find the one that will moon before the crowd catches on?

That’s where Token Metrics steps in.

By combining AI-powered crypto signals, narrative filters, advanced grading systems, and deep-dive analytics, Token Metrics makes it easier than ever to identify high-potential projects early — and trade them with confidence.

Whether you’re a retail trader looking for your first big win, or a seasoned investor building a crypto portfolio, Token Metrics gives you the tools to make smarter, faster, and more profitable decisions.

The 10x Formula: What Really Drives Explosive Growth in Crypto?

Not every token is destined for greatness. But nearly every 10x token follows a pattern before it takes off. At Token Metrics, we’ve studied thousands of chart patterns, price trends, and fundamental indicators to isolate the key ingredients most 10x tokens share before they explode:

🔥 1. Bold Signal Trigger

These are early-stage AI signals generated when a token begins to show strong upside potential. Token Metrics’ AI tracks market data, price momentum, sentiment, and technical indicators to identify early breakout signals.

📈 2. High Trader & Investor Grades

  • Trader Grade reflects short-term price action, momentum, and volume.
  • Investor Grade scores long-term potential based on liquidity, backers, tokenomics, community traction, and fundamentals.

When both grades are high — especially above 80 or 90 — it’s often a green light.

🌐 3. Trending Narrative

Every bull run has its dominant themes: DeFi in 2020, NFTs in 2021, AI and Modular Chains in 2025. A token aligned with a current hot narrative is more likely to gain attention and capital inflow.

📊 4. Community Growth

Real traction shows up through social media engagement, Discord activity, Telegram volume, GitHub commits, and on-chain user growth. Token Metrics integrates this into its AI analysis to measure rising network effect.

Token Metrics in Action: The Launch Coin Case Study

To see this in action, let’s look at Launchcoin, one of the most explosive tokens of early 2025. Launchcoin allowed anyone to tokenize ideas through social media replies — making it the centerpiece of the creator token narrative.

It went from stealth mode to stardom in days, ultimately delivering a 35x return for users who caught it early. How?

  • ✅ It appeared on the Token Metrics Market Page with a bold signal.
  • Trader Grade > 90 indicated massive price momentum.
  • ✅ The token was embedded in the hot social token narrative.
  • ✅ Community activity on X (formerly Twitter) and Discord spiked rapidly.

Users who followed the early bold signal and confirmed it with high grades had the data needed to act decisively — and ride the wave before it crested.

Token Metrics Tools That Help You Spot the Next 10x

Token Metrics isn’t just a signal service — it’s a full-suite crypto analytics platform designed to help traders and investors discover, analyze, and act on opportunities before the crowd.

Here are the core tools that help you catch winners early:

🔍 1. Market Page

View a curated dashboard of the latest AI-generated bold signals, updated in real time. Filter by:

  • Signal strength
  • Trader or Investor Grade
  • Chain (Ethereum, Solana, Base, etc.)
  • Sector (AI, DeFi, Gaming, Modular, Memecoins)
  • ROI since signal

This is your front-line tool for finding high-upside tokens before they trend on social media or exchanges.

📄 2. Token Detail Pages

Dig deeper into any token with complete analysis, including:

  • Grade breakdowns (with reasoning)
  • Historical signal performance
  • Price charts with annotated buy/sell points
  • Narrative classification
  • Community sentiment metrics

These pages help you validate and compare tokens before jumping in.

🧠 3. Narrative Filters

Narratives drive attention and capital in crypto. Use AI-driven filters to discover tokens within hot themes like:

  • AI Agents
  • Modular Chains
  • RWA (Real World Assets)
  • DeFi Lending
  • Gaming Tokens
  • Social & Creator Tokens

Narrative filtering helps you spot which sectors are heating up and which tokens are leading the charge.

🚀 4. Top Gainers Tab

Get a real-time feed of tokens that are climbing the ranks fastest based on signal performance, volume, and momentum. Great for catching short-term breakouts.

📬 5. Alerts and Watchlists

Set custom alerts for:

  • Grade thresholds
  • New bold signals
  • Tokens entering Top Gainers
  • Narrative rotations

This ensures you never miss a move — even if you’re not logged in 24/7.

Tips for Finding the Next 10x Crypto Token

Using Token Metrics gives you an edge, but timing and execution still matter. Here are key strategies:

Act Fast on Bold Signals

Early bold signals are where most 10x gains start. Check the Market Page daily and move quickly when grades align.

Use Grade Confirmation

Don’t just chase price action. Look for both Trader and Investor Grades above 80 — ideally above 90 for the biggest potential moves.

Monitor Narrative Cycles

Tokens in trending narratives often rise faster. Track narrative heatmaps on Token Metrics to stay aligned with the market zeitgeist.

Revisit Signals Daily

Momentum can shift fast. A token might go from a bold signal to a breakout in 24–48 hours. Stay on top of daily updates.

Diversify Across Narratives

Don’t go all-in on one theme. Spread bets across AI, DeFi, Memes, and Infrastructure to capture multiple emerging waves.

Token Metrics: Making Crypto Trading Easier, Smarter, and More Profitable

The crypto markets can be overwhelming — with noise, scams, and hype around every corner. Token Metrics simplifies the process by turning complex data into actionable insights.

Whether you're looking to catch your first 10x, avoid false pumps, or build a smart long-term crypto portfolio, Token Metrics gives you:

  • 🧠 Clarity in a noisy market
  • 📊 Data-backed conviction instead of guessing
  • Speed in identifying trends before they peak
  • Confidence to buy, hold, or exit with precision

With tools designed for traders, investors, and builders alike, Token Metrics turns analytics into alpha.

Final Thoughts: Don’t Chase Pumps — Predict Them

The next 10x token is already out there. It might be trading under the radar today, quietly showing early signs — a bold signal, strong grade, growing community.

Token Metrics is your map.

You don’t need to follow the crowd. With the right tools and discipline, you can trade ahead of the market, find the next Launchcoin, and position yourself for outsized gains.

Start your journey now at tokenmetrics.com — because in crypto, alpha favors the informed.

Research

How Token Metrics Spotted HYPE Before the Breakout — And Why It Matters for Every Crypto Trader

Token Metrics Team
4 min
MIN

The crypto market has been a rollercoaster lately.

Bitcoin is dipping. Altcoins are bleeding. Sentiment across the board is skittish. Fear is gripping retail traders — and in times like these, many are unsure where to turn, what to buy, or when to hold back.

But not everyone’s losing.

Some traders are still finding wins. One example? Hyperliquid (HYPE) — a standout performer in April 2025. And here’s the kicker: Token Metrics called the move before it happened.

While most traders were distracted by meme coins or frozen in fear, Token Metrics users were riding a +51.8% breakout, armed with AI-driven insights and data-backed confidence. This blog breaks down what happened, how Token Metrics spotted the trade before the crowd, and what tools you can use today to find the next HYPE-level breakout before it happens.

The Hyperliquid Surge: What Happened?

On April 14, while much of Crypto Twitter was silent on HYPE, Token Metrics issued a bullish signal on the token. The platform’s AI-powered Trader Grade identified a strong setup forming — based on technical indicators, rising volume, and early momentum shifts.

That signal marked the beginning of a +51.8% price surge, which saw HYPE peak at $38.50 before a broad market correction pulled it back to ~$32.40.

Even with the correction, traders who acted on the early signal locked in solid profits, exited smart, or are now watching for the next move with eyes wide open — guided by grades, not guesswork.

Why Token Metrics Got It Right — When Others Missed It

While most platforms react to price action after it happens, Token Metrics is built to anticipate movement before it’s obvious. Here’s how:

Technical Momentum Detection

The Trader Grade analyzes short-term price action, RSI trends, MACD crossovers, breakout patterns, and dozens of other technical indicators. HYPE’s chart showed tightening consolidation and rising buy volume — and TM’s systems flagged it in real time.

Volume Spike Recognition

One of the earliest clues in any breakout is an uptick in volume. Token Metrics identifies surging liquidity that precedes breakouts — something that traditional screeners miss or catch late.

Narrative Tracking

Hyperliquid was part of a subtle but growing "on-chain perpetuals" narrative — a theme most traders weren’t tracking yet. TM’s AI-powered narrative filters helped surface HYPE as an early player in a trending category.

Signal Strength Confidence

Token Metrics doesn’t just throw out signals randomly. The platform assigns confidence scores based on data quality, historical performance, and AI pattern recognition. HYPE didn’t just look good — it looked statistically strong.

Current Situation: Pullback or Setup?

After topping at $38.50, HYPE retraced — now sitting about 15.8% below its high. Some might see weakness. But Token Metrics helps traders read beyond the price:

  • 📈 Trader Grade still says “Buy” — meaning short-to-mid-term bullish momentum is intact.
  • 🟡 Investor Grade is Neutral — a smart, cautious stance until more long-term data emerges.
  • 🔍 Key Level: $32 — this is the zone bulls need to defend to keep the trend alive.

This context is what makes Token Metrics invaluable. While the crowd panics, TM users stay informed, balanced, and ready.

Token Metrics in Action: Trading with Data, Not Emotion

Let’s zoom out. Why does this matter for your trading journey?

Most traders operate on emotion, social media chatter, or FOMO. Token Metrics flips that model on its head — giving you a complete data-driven crypto trading toolkit:

🧠 AI-Powered Trader Grades

These grades score tokens on a 0–100 scale based on short-term technical momentum. A Trader Grade above 80 often precedes a strong move — as seen with HYPE.

📊 Investor Grades for Long-Term Confidence

Built from 80+ on-chain and off-chain data points — including liquidity, tokenomics, VC backers, exchange listings, community engagement, and developer activity.

📈 Real-Time Market Signals

Get alerted when a new bullish or bearish signal is triggered. These alerts are based on pattern recognition, performance history, and current price action.

🌐 Narrative Filters

Narratives drive price — from DeFi Summer to AI Agent tokens. TM helps you stay on top of evolving themes and find the tokens leading those trends early.

🔔 Alerts & Watchlists

Set custom alerts for grade movements, bold signals, or top gainer movements — so you never miss a trade even when you’re not glued to the screen.

Key Trading Benefits of Using Token Metrics

Let’s break it down: Why use Token Metrics instead of trading blindly?

1. Spot Breakouts Early

Tools like the Market Page and Top Gainers tab help you spot tokens heating up — before they explode. You won’t be the one buying at the top anymore.

2. Avoid FOMO and Bad Buys

TM’s objective grades help filter out low-quality tokens. You can avoid chasing scams or hype-based pumps with no foundation.

3. Simplify Your Research

Instead of spending hours flipping through charts and Twitter threads, Token Metrics gives you instant, high-signal data — all in one place.

4. Trade With Confidence

Whether you’re swing trading or building a long-term bag, the Trader and Investor Grades help validate (or invalidate) your bias.

5. Stay Ahead of Market Rotations

The crypto market rotates fast. Token Metrics surfaces where capital is flowing — and which narratives are gaining strength — so you can rotate with it.

What to Do Next: Trade the Signal, Not the Crowd

Looking ahead, HYPE’s next move depends on what happens at the $32 support zone:

  • ✅ If it holds: there’s room for upside continuation. The Trader Grade supports it.
  • ❌ If it breaks: eyes shift to $25 — a critical support where new buyers may step in.

Either way, Token Metrics users won’t be guessing. They’ll wait for the next signal — bullish or bearish — and make calculated moves based on real data.

This is the difference between reactive trading and strategic trading.

Final Takeaway: Token Metrics Helps You Trade Smarter, Not Harder

The HYPE breakout wasn’t luck. It was the result of acting on strong, data-backed signals before the crowd caught on.

If you’re tired of chasing pumps, panicking in drawdowns, or wondering why others always seem to find winners early, then it's time to level up.

With Token Metrics, you can:

  • 🔍 Spot early movers like HYPE
  • 📊 Trade with AI-powered confidence
  • 📈 Get in before the trend — and exit before the crash
  • 🧠 Make every trade a calculated decision

Ready to Catch the Next HYPE?

Join thousands of traders using Token Metrics to find breakout tokens before they pump.

👉 Explore the platform now at tokenmetrics.com
👉 Get real-time signals, bold alerts, and daily data updates
👉 Trade with structure — not speculation

Because in crypto, the edge goes to the trader with information, not emotion.

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