At YOM, our mission has always been to build a sustainable, institutional-grade decentralized cloud gaming network. As we push the boundaries of what is possible in Web3 and DePIN, we are constantly navigating a rapidly evolving global regulatory landscape. Today, we want to provide our community with a transparent breakdown of our decision to adjust our Token Generation Event (TGE) date.
the impact of MiCA: a new standard for compliance
The primary driver behind this adjustment is the implementation of the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation within the European Union. While MiCA has been in development for several years, recent deadlines have moved the framework from proposal to strict enforcement.
To ensure YOM is positioned for long-term success and mass adoption, we must clear several new regulatory hurdles:
Standardized White Paper requirements: MiCA now mandates a highly specific technical markup for protocol submissions. Rather than standard web forms, the EU requires documentation built to a 300-page manual specification. Our team has already leveraged AI to complete this conversion, ensuring we meet these rigorous documentation standards.
The Digital Token Identifier (DTI): A new requirement introduced earlier this year requires every token to be registered in an off-chain EU database. Obtaining a DTI is now a prerequisite for exchanges operating within the Eurozone.
Exchange stringency: Tier-1 exchanges have significantly tightened their listing requirements to align with MiCA. Proceeding without full compliance would mean geoblocking the European Union — home to one of YOM’s largest and most active node-operator communities.
why this is a bullish signal for YOM
While delays are never easy, this move is a strategic choice to favor substance over speculation. By meeting these bureaucratic requirements now, YOM distinguishes itself from the “Wild West” of the market.
Institutional readiness: Completing these gates makes YOM an attractive and “safe” partner for institutional investors and major gaming publishers who require full regulatory clarity.
Market longevity: We are building a project designed to last decades, not weeks. Adhering to MiCA prevents future legal friction and ensures our liquidity providers (LPs) and exchange partners can support a stable, long-term launch.
Community protection: Launching “properly” with full compliance and the right liquidity structures is the best way to protect our holders and ensure sustainable price action.
technology doesn’t wait
It is important to note that while the token date has shifted, our development has not slowed down. We are already successfully:
- Paying alpha node testers: payouts are currently occurring on the Avalanche testnet.
- On-chain transparency: our burning and reward mechanisms are live and verifiable on-chain, proving the technical infrastructure is ready for the mainnet transition.
looking ahead
We are not setting a “placeholder” date only to move it again. We are working through the 20-business-day government review process and coordinating closely with our exchange partners. As soon as we pass these final regulatory gates, we will announce the finalized TGE date.
YOM is building the future of open compute. We are replacing big-tech silos with a decentralized GPU network that serves the world. Thank you for standing with us as we do the hard work of building this the right way.
FAQ
what is MiCA? MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) is the European Union’s regulatory framework for crypto-assets. It sets strict requirements for token listings, including standardized white papers, Digital Token Identifiers (DTI), and exchange compliance.
what is a Digital Token Identifier (DTI)? A DTI is a new requirement that registers every token in an off-chain EU database. It is now a prerequisite for exchanges operating within the Eurozone.
why didn’t YOM just launch without MiCA compliance? Proceeding without full compliance would mean Tier-1 exchanges would be forced to geoblock all European holders — one of YOM’s largest and most active communities.
is YOM development paused during this delay? No. Alpha node tester payouts are running on Avalanche testnet, and burning and reward mechanisms are live and verifiable on-chain.
when will the new TGE date be announced? As soon as the 20-business-day government review process clears and exchange integrations are finalized, the date will be announced.
about YOM
YOM is pioneering the first cloud gaming infrastructure (DePIN) that is streaming games, white-label experiences and entirely new entertainment formats at scale to any URL or streaming platform, including Telegram and Discord. Leveraging a distributed network of gaming machines, YOM offers global low-latency near-zero costs cloud gaming to any device and channel, effectively eliminating the need for dedicated game consoles. The project is backed by a network of advisors and firms such as Outlier Ventures, Avalanche, and Borderless Capital, and is a member of the NVIDIA Inception Program and Google for Startups.
