Arc Airdrop: tasks and status

updated 18 Sep 2026

Arc is an open Layer-1 blockchain designed for enterprise use in stablecoin payments, foreign exchange, and capital markets. Built on EVM compatibility with USDC as native gas and powered by the Malachite consensus engine, Arc aims to offer sub-second finality and privacy controls. The project is running an airdrop for early participants across testnet, mainnet, and community activities.

Blockchain

About the project

What Arc is

Arc is a Layer-1 blockchain built for enterprise applications in stablecoin payments, foreign exchange, and capital markets. The network is EVM-compatible, meaning developers can build on it using familiar tools. USDC is the native gas token on Arc.

The network features a built-in FX engine, sub-second settlement finality, and opt-in privacy controls. Arc uses Malachite, a consensus engine developed by Informal Systems. The project raised $222 million from investors including Andreessen Horowitz, BlackRock, and ARK Invest.

How the airdrop works

Arc is distributing tokens to early participants who engage with the network and community. Activity includes testnet transactions, mainnet usage, NFT mints, and community engagement on Discord.

Participants can earn recognition as early adopters by transferring stablecoins to mainnet, using the bridge, depositing into vaults, swapping assets, and sending USDC. Daily verification of your wallet increases your transaction count and active days. The airdrop is not guaranteed and depends on meeting unspecified criteria.

What it takes

The estimated cost is about $20 and the time about 88 minutes. You need a wallet and stablecoins or test tokens to participate. Some tasks use test tokens on the testnet, while mainnet tasks require real USDC.

Activities include signing up for the Arc House community hub with LinkedIn, participating in events, interacting with testnet applications like Curve and Infinityname, minting NFTs, and taking daily verification steps on mainnet. The project suits people familiar with wallets, DeFi apps, and blockchain networks.

What stands out

Arc is backed by major institutional investors and integrates with Circle's platform. The network is designed for real-world enterprise use, not just speculation. USDC as native gas is unusual and designed to make the network practical for stablecoin applications.

The airdrop involves both testnet and mainnet participation, and tasks vary widely from community roles to trading, liquidity provision, and domain minting. Some tasks have closed, but multiple paths remain open to accumulate activity and demonstrate early adoption.

Funding

$222M raised · 13 investors

  • Andreessen Horowitz (a16z crypto)
  • Marshall Wace
  • Intercontinental Exchange (ICE)
  • General Catalyst
  • Haun Ventures
  • ARK Invest
  • Apollo Global Management
  • IDG Capital
  • Bullish
  • SC Ventures
  • SBI Holdings
  • BlackRock
  • Janus Henderson Investors

Step-by-step checklist

How to qualify for the airdrop Open steps: 5 of 8
  1. 01 Join Arc House community hub Starts 13 Nov 2025 Open
  2. 02 Use Arc mainnet and earn through the ecosystem Starts 16 Sep 2026 Open
  3. 03 Create and mint NFT collections on Genesis Pad Starts 16 Apr 2026 Open
  4. 04 Earn a Creator Role in Discord Starts 13 Nov 2025 Open
  5. 05 Participate in Arc testnet activities Starts 28 Oct 2025 Open
  6. 06 Mint the Arc x OpenSea NFT on mainnet Starts 16 Sep 2026 — Ends 17 Sep 2026 Completed
  7. 07 Trade on Flipt testnet for NFT rewards Starts 14 Sep 2026 — Ends 17 Sep 2026 Completed
  8. 08 Complete Superboard tasks on Arc testnet Starts 02 Jan 2026 — Ends 02 Mar 2026 Completed

These tasks are available in the CoinDropster dashboard: exact links, progress tracking and deadlines — open the app to see the checklist.

Risks and what to watch for

  • Rewards are not guaranteed: the project has not published the total airdrop amount, distribution method, or final criteria for eligibility.
  • Rules and task availability can change: several tasks have already closed, and the project may modify eligibility conditions.
  • Mainnet participation requires real USDC or other stablecoins, which involves actual funds and transaction costs.
  • Testnet participation relies on unofficial applications, which may be unreliable or discontinue support.
  • Smart contracts on the testnet or mainnet can contain bugs, and funds deposited into vaults or DeFi protocols carry risk of loss.

Frequently asked questions

What is Arc?

Arc is an EVM-compatible Layer-1 blockchain designed for enterprise applications in stablecoin payments, foreign exchange, and capital markets. USDC is its native gas token, and it offers sub-second finality and privacy controls.

How much does participation cost?

The estimate is about $20. Testnet tasks use free test tokens from faucets. Mainnet tasks require real USDC or other stablecoins to transfer, swap, and deposit into vaults.

How long does it take?

The estimated time is about 88 minutes for the listed activities. Some tasks involve daily verification steps, so ongoing engagement takes additional time.

Is the airdrop guaranteed?

No. The project has not published the total airdrop amount, how tokens will be distributed, or the exact criteria for receiving them. Participation does not guarantee a reward.

Do I need to be a developer?

No. While Arc's testnet is primarily for developers, several unofficial applications let non-developers participate in swaps, liquidity provision, and other activities. Mainnet participation does not require development skills.