{"id":60345,"date":"2026-10-13T12:35:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T12:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bitrabo.com\/discover\/?p=60345"},"modified":"2026-10-13T12:35:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-13T12:35:19","slug":"nous-research-airdrop-announcement","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bitrabo.com\/discover\/nous-research-airdrop-announcement\/","title":{"rendered":"Nous Research Airdrop Announcement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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<\/span>How to Participate in the Nous Research Airdrop<\/span><\/h2>\n

<\/span>Step 1: Create a Nous Portal Account<\/span><\/h3>\n

To get started, visit the Nous Portal and create an account. This portal provides access to chat and APIs for Hermes and other models. Use of the portal is managed through prepaid credits, beginning at approximately $10 for top-ups, which are then spent using API keys.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Step 2: Install Hermes Agent<\/span><\/h3>\n

Download the Hermes Agent compatible with your operating system\u2014available for Mac, Windows, and Linux. After installation, sign in using your Portal account to utilize the tool, helping it to learn and improve over time.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Step 3: Join the Nous Research Discord<\/span><\/h3>\n

Engage with the community by joining the Nous Research Discord<\/a>. Interacting with other users, sharing your projects with Hermes, and participating in discussions can elevate your profile within the community.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Step 4: Contribute to the Psyche Codebase<\/span><\/h3>\n

Explore the Psyche GitHub repository<\/a> for open issues. Contributions such as bug fixes, documentation updates, and minor enhancements are valuable. Non-coders can assist by testing new features and submitting bug reports.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Step 5: Check the Psyche Mining Pool<\/span><\/h3>\n

Visit the Psyche mining pool page to stay updated on current training runs. Although the pool is currently at capacity, you can join when it reopens or when new pools become available.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Step 6: Prepare for Psyche Compute Access<\/span><\/h3>\n

Understand that the Psyche testnet is currently closed to new nodes. Running a client necessitates high-performance GPUs typical of data centers. Review the Psyche documentation, set up a Solana keypair, and await announcements regarding the admission of additional nodes and reductions in hardware requirements.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Tips for Maximizing Your Nous Research Airdrop Participation<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Utilize the Tools for Real Projects:<\/strong> Frequent use of the Portal and Hermes Agent is the most measurable engagement you can demonstrate, as there is no points system in place.<\/li>\n
  • Keep a Consistent Identity:<\/strong> Maintain the same email, GitHub account, and Solana wallet for all platforms to ensure your contributions are linked together.<\/li>\n
  • Stay Alert for Pool Openings:<\/strong> Since the mining pool currently has no spots, keep your Solana funds ready and activate notifications from the Nous Research X account and Discord server.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    <\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n

    <\/span>Is there a Nous Research Airdrop Confirmed?<\/span><\/h3>\n

    No confirmation yet. While there is speculation around an airdrop due to April 2025 funding led by Paradigm valuing the token at $1 billion, no official details on the airdrop or eligibility criteria have been released.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>When is the Nous Research Token Launch?<\/span><\/h3>\n

    There hasn’t been a announced date for the token generation event (TGE) or any specific ticker. Current discussions focus on developments for the Hermes Agent and a mobile app, rather than a token launch.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>How will Nous Research Tokens be Distributed?<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Distribution methods remain unannounced, with no active points system converting to tokens. However, activities such as Portal account usage, Hermes Agent contributions, Psyche compute engagement, and involvement on GitHub or Discord are expected to inform the future allocation of tokens.<\/p>\n

    <\/span>Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Nous Research, an open-source AI lab founded in 2023, has raised approximately $160 million in funding and developed the Hermes model series along with Hermes Agent. However, despite interest in a potential token, no launch has been confirmed yet. For now, participating in the Nous ecosystem involves using their products like the Portal account, Hermes Agent, and engaging with the community on platforms like GitHub and Discord.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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