Evmos Foundation Recovers $7.6 Million in Tokens from Former Co-Founder

Kelvin Munene Murithi
January 9, 2024
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The Evmos Foundation has successfully reclaimed 59.4 million tokens, equivalent to $7.6 million, from Akash Khosla, its former co-founder. This development follows a period of uncertainty and operational disagreements that led to Khosla’s departure last year. The recovered tokens, which include both vested and unvested amounts, mark a step towards realigning the token distribution in favor of the current team and contributors actively involved in Evmos’ growth.

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Khosla’s Decision and Its Impact

Khosla, who separated from Evmos due to differing views on operations, has expressed that returning the tokens aligns with the best interests of the project and the community. This move is seen as a corrective step following concerns that arose in May 2023 when Khosla allegedly attempted to offload many Evmos tokens in the market. The return of these tokens is expected to bolster the distribution strategy, ensuring that those dedicated to the project’s advancement retain control of the crucial resources.

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Evmos Foundation’s Response

Evmos, a Cosmos-backed blockchain compatible with Ethereum applications, has faced challenges since its launch in 2022. Moreover,  the value of its native token plummeted by 98%, dropping from an initial price of $6.8 to around $0.13. This decline was exacerbated by the market reaction to the news of Khosla’s token sale. 

In response, the Evmos community has taken decisive actions to stabilize and enhance the token’s value. A noteworthy step in this direction is approving a proposal to burn 136 million tokens from the user incentives balance in the upcoming network upgrade. This strategy is part of a broader effort to improve the project’s tokenomics, particularly addressing the high inflation that has been a concern since the token’s inception.

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Kelvin Munene is a crypto and finance journalist with over 5 years of experience, offering in-depth market analysis and expert commentary . With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Actuarial Science from Mount Kenya University, Kelvin is known for his meticulous research and strong writing skills, particularly in cryptocurrency, blockchain, and financial markets. His work has been featured across top industry publications such as Coingape, Cryptobasic, MetaNews, Cryptotimes, Coinedition, TheCoinrepublic, Cryptotale, and Analytics Insight among others, where he consistently provides timely updates and insightful content. Kelvin’s focus lies in uncovering emerging trends in the crypto space, delivering factual and data-driven analyses that help readers make informed decisions. His expertise extends across market cycles, technological innovations, and regulatory shifts that shape the crypto landscape. Beyond his professional achievements, Kelvin has a passion for chess, traveling, and exploring new adventures.
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