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the YOM source of truth: reclaiming gaming economics and beating the physics of the cloud
For too long, the gaming industry has accepted a 'friction tax' that kills innovation. This document serves as our official benchmark for the current state of the YOM network — proving our decentralized model isn't just a philosophical choice, but an economic necessity.
why the world is falling out of love with traditional gaming (and how YOM is fixing it)
Console sales are slumping, hardware prices are skyrocketing, and AAA studios are struggling. The walled-garden, hardware-heavy console era is reaching its breaking point — and YOM is building the solution.
navigating the future: a strategic update on the YOM token generation event (TGE)
A transparent breakdown of our decision to adjust the TGE date — driven by MiCA compliance, exchange requirements, and our commitment to launching the right way.
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YOM TGE update: here's why we're waiting
We are moving the YOM Token Generation Event (TGE). As the European Union's MiCA framework enters its strict enforcement phase this spring, we must complete mandatory compliance processes before launch.
the future of cloud gaming is here: the $YOM token generation event (TGE)
Play instantly. Earn globally. Own your world of games. We're officially launching $YOM — the very heart of the universal cloud gaming economy.
YOM through the lens of Matthew Ball
Matthew Ball's analysis of video gaming in 2026 presents a paradox: consumer spending reaches record levels while publisher margins compress. YOM responds to these structural pressures by leveraging decentralized edge compute.
YOM community signals long-term conviction: 93.6% stayed in, 6.4% exited
During a token bridge selection window, participants chose their preferred paths forward. Results weighted by bridged tokens showed overwhelming community commitment to the project's long-term vision.
the YOM roadmap: from validation to global scale
In 2024, we shared a vision of a better way to distribute games. Rolling into 2026, here's a roadmap that broadcasts all that we have accomplished and all that is coming.
final tokenomics configuration: from negotiation to launch
The final tokenomics configuration we are launching with. This document summarizes the structure and how each allocation maps to launch requirements, market access, and long-term execution.
tokenomics reboot: to HODL or not to HODL
Tier-one exchange negotiations required tokenomics adjustments including cliff introductions and supply restructuring. YOM offered three agency-preserving paths for existing token holders.
YOM in 2025 — from vision to velocity of the best game distribution network
2025 marked YOM's transition from conceptual vision to operational execution. The team expanded testnet to 19 global regions, secured 40+ studio partnerships, and earned industry recognition.
why big tech's data centers are an environmental illusion — and why YOM's network is different
Data centers are environmentally unsustainable and that industry is hiding behind creative accounting. YOM is the low cost, truly environmentally sound alternative for cloud gaming.
YOM: building the premiere global game distribution technology
Most players can't play the games they want. Not because of interest, but because hardware, downloads and closed platforms block them. YOM removes all that friction: AAA gaming, one click, anywhere.
2025 gaming report dramatically supports the YOM decentralized cloud solution
The renowned Boston Consulting Group released their video game guidance report showing data and conclusions that match with our core thesis: cloud gaming is the future and sound economics paired with new technology will be the key.
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Whether you're a game studio or want to earn with your GPU — there's a place for you.