Everything you should know about Nillion (NIL)

##Nillion (NIL): Innovator in the Field of Privacy Computing

In today's world where data privacy and computational security are increasingly emphasized, Nillion has quickly become the focus of the cryptocurrency and tech community with its unique Privacy Enhancing Technologies (PETs). As a decentralized "blind computation" network, Nillion challenges the traditional blockchain paradigm and has attracted broad attention from both the community and institutions. On March 25, 2025, the Token Generation Event (TGE) for Nillion is set to take place, and the official launch of the NIL token has sparked heated discussions.

1. TGE and Market Debut: The Starting Line of NIL

Nillion's TGE is set to kick off on March 25, 2025, at 05:00 UTC, marking the official circulation of the NIL token. The total supply of NIL is 1 billion tokens, with an initial circulating supply of approximately 195.15 million tokens (19.52%). This event is not only a milestone in the project's development but also paves the way for NIL's debut on mainstream exchanges. NIL has been confirmed as a new Launchpool project, allowing users to participate in mining by locking mainstream tokens to receive early rewards.

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The token economic model of NIL is clear and balanced: 20% is allocated to the community, 29% for ecological development, and 10% for protocol development. According to research by Messari, if estimated at a pre-market price of $0.9, the initial circulating market value is approximately $200 million, with a fully diluted valuation (FDV) close to $900 million. This valuation is not low in the current market environment, but combined with Nillion's potential in the field of privacy computing, there is still room for growth. The upcoming TGE and Launchpool have ignited expectations for NIL's market debut.

2. The Airdrop Controversy and Community Building

The community development of Nillion has not been smooth sailing. On March 8, a leaked airdrop plan sparked controversy, as many early supporters found themselves not included on the list. In response to the dissatisfaction, the project team reacted quickly: on March 19, Nillion announced the cancellation of the 90-day pre-staking lock-up period, with all rewards unlocked on the first day of TGE, and launched a new airdrop query tool (claims.nillion.com) to enhance transparency and accuracy. This adjustment significantly improved community sentiment, with many users expressing on social media that the airdrop quantity exceeded their expectations and acknowledging the responsiveness of the project team.

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The airdrop is aimed at testnet validators, active members of Discord, and code contributors, with tiered rewards (gold, diamond, etc.) allocated based on participation. This mechanism not only incentivizes early users but also lays a broad community foundation for the launch of NIL. From the initial turmoil to later reconciliation, Nillion has demonstrated the ability to listen to the community and iterate quickly.

3. Technical Core: Innovation of Blind Computation

Nillion's core competitiveness lies in its "blind computation" technology. Unlike traditional blockchains (such as Ethereum) that focus on transaction transparency, Nillion achieves data processing in an encrypted state through multi-party computation (MPC) and homomorphic encryption, among other PETs. This means users can perform computations without exposing the original data, making it suitable for scenarios such as private AI, encrypted databases, and data marketplaces. For example, a medical institution can analyze patient data on Nillion without disclosing any private information.

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Nillion's network architecture is divided into two layers:

• Coordination Layer: Responsible for task distribution, node coordination, and fee settlement, using NIL tokens for payment, similar to a "dispatch center" of the network.
• Petnet (Compute Layer): Executes blind computation tasks, relying on distributed nodes and secret sharing technology, ensuring data sharding encryption, with results only decryptable by the task initiator.

Unlike traditional blockchains that rely on a global ledger, Nillion sacrifices some transparency for greater privacy and computational efficiency. This design makes it more competitive in high-value data processing. Messari's latest report praises Nillion as the "next-generation privacy infrastructure," highlighting its potential applications in AI and data security.

4. The Role and Ecological Potential of NIL Tokens

NIL plays multiple roles in the Nillion network:

• Payment Tools: Users pay for computation and storage fees.
• Incentive Mechanism: Validators earn NIL by running nodes, maintaining network security.
• Governance Potential: Although not explicitly stated at present, the community speculates that NIL may be used for decentralized governance in the future.

The initial circulation of 195.15 million tokens may seem small, but combined with a 29% ecological fund, Nillion has ample resources to promote the development of the developer ecosystem. For example, funding DApps that develop private AI models or integrating decentralized identity systems. Nillion has raised $50 million through multiple rounds of financing (including $20 million in 2022), backed by institutions such as HashKey Capital and Hack VC, ensuring financial strength for ecological expansion.

V. Market Outlook and Potential Risks

The launch of NIL coincides with a recovery in the crypto market, making privacy protection a hot topic in the industry. In the short term, speculation around TGE and Launchpool may drive up the price of NIL; in the long term, its success depends on the implementation of technology and the adoption rate by developers. The prospects for Nillion are promising:

• Driving Factors: Data privacy regulations (such as GDPR, CCPA) are driving demand growth, and the integration of AI and Web3 provides a broad stage for it.
• Institutional Support: $50 million in financing and community endorsement ensure its long-term development.

However, challenges also exist:

• Overvaluation Pressure: A FDV of $900 million may lead to selling pressure after listing.
• Technical Complexity: The concept of blind computation is relatively unfamiliar to ordinary users, and user education and application implementation will take time.
• Market Validation: Privacy computing is still in its infancy, and the actual demand explosion remains to be observed.

Conclusion

Nillion is not only the carrier of the NIL token but also a pioneering project that aims to reshape the data privacy landscape. Its TGE is not just a capital feast, but the starting point for privacy computing technology to enter the mainstream. From the airdrop controversy to technological innovations, and finally to its market debut, Nillion has demonstrated strong adaptability and potential in just a few months. For investors, NIL presents an opportunity to participate in the privacy narrative with a low threshold; for technology enthusiasts, its blind computing network is worth exploring in depth. In the coming days, NIL's performance will reveal more answers, and Nillion's story has only just begun.

Author: Rooick Z., Gate.io researcher *This article only represents the author's views and does not constitute any trading advice. Investment carries risks, and decisions should be made with caution. *This content is original and copyright belongs to Gate.io. If reprinted, please indicate the author and source; otherwise, legal responsibility will be pursued.