Kaito Launches AI-Powered Capital Launchpad to Redefine Web3 Crowdfunding

Kaito, a Web3 data aggregation platform founded in 2022 by former Citadel hedge fund manager Yu Hu, is set to launch its Capital Launchpad later this week. Announced in a July 21 post on X, this next stage of Kaito reflects its ambition to be the “distribution powerhouse” of crypto, bringing automation and fairness to token presales.

Unlike first‑come, first‑served models, the launchpad will distribute tokens based on a meritocratic, community‑centric allocation. Key metrics include social reputation, on‑chain asset holdings, regional affiliation, and long‑term mission alignment. Projects will also disclose valuation, raise targets, vesting schedules, and other presale terms up front, with an initial review by project teams followed by an open allocation phase.

Seamlessly integrated with Kaito’s ecosystem, the Launchpad ties into the Yapper Leaderboard and Yap Points, which track and reward engagement on X. Users can begin onboarding and complete KYC from July 22, 2025 to participate in upcoming token rounds.

“Capital Launchpad is a natural progression of our mission to be the distribution powerhouse of crypto,” the team stated.

AI‑Driven Allocation & Community Incentives

Powered by AI tools—including social graph mapping and sentiment analysis—the platform identifies top contributors aligned with each project’s ethos, turning social capital into measurable allocation rights. This data‑centered approach sets it apart from platforms like Echo.

True to its ethos, all fees generated by the platform will be redistributed to community members via the upcoming gKAITO distribution mechanism, reinforcing collective ownership.

Strategic Launch Partnerships & Market Response

To drive early engagement, Kaito partnered with Bybit, launching a $1 million community incentive campaign ahead of the debut. As of July 22, 2025, the KAITO token surged from around $1.60 on July 21 to a peak of over $1.73, marking a strong intraday increase of approximately 11%, reflecting growing market enthusiasm surrounding the Launchpad launch.

By aligning presales with transparent project metrics, AI‑powered insights, and community rewards, Kaito’s Capital Launchpad aims to elevate the token sale process—bringing fairer access, deeper vetting, and stronger community alignment from day one.