# Drops Roadmaps (2024)

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## Phase 1 : Creating the Foundation

_The following details a breakdown of the on-going development plans for the near future. Only Phase 1 has been included._

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* [x] **DROPS Marketplace Launch** _(Version 1)_&#x20;

> Upon its release, the Drops Marketplace (V1) will allow for the unrestricted buying and selling of liquidity locked on Unicrypt. Completely peer-to-peer.

* [x] **DROPS Referral Program**&#x20;

> The Drops Referral Program is designed to incentivize the listing of locked liquidity on the platform through the redirection of a portion of brokerage fees collected to the referrer.

* [x] **Activation of Earnings Centre: Tier 1**

> The V1 Earnings Centre will provide users with the opportunity to stake DROPS/wETH UNI V2 LP Tokens and be rewarded in DROPS for the value and stability they bring to the token and marketplace.
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> [\[ Learn More \]](../../marketplace-earnings/distribution-of-earnings#tier-1-liquidity-providers)

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* [x] **Furthering of Security & Ethics Measures**

> In an effort to uphold ethical and secure practices within the Drops Marketplace, further security scans will be implemented and preventative measures will be taken to ensure the safety of platform users.&#x20;

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**Due Note:** _Drops Marketplace will be **safe & secure to use at v1 launch** regardless of further security implementations._
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* [x] **Implementation of Pinksale Locker Support**

> The implementation of Pinksale Locker support will allow for the unrestricted buying and selling of liquidity locked on Pinksale.

* [x] **Activation of Tiered Earning 2 & 3**

> With the activation of tiers 2 & 3 holders of DROPS token will be eligible to earn DROPS without providing liquidity. [**\[ Learn More \]**](../../marketplace-earnings/distribution-of-earnings#tier-2-large-drops-token-holders)

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## Phase 2: Enhancing the Marketplace

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_**Phase 2 of the Drops roadmap is focused largely on the improvement of the marketplace’s currently available features & functionalities.**_&#x20;

_Through these improvements, Drops aims to gain **greater market accessibility while ensuring a better, more intuitive experience for platform users.**_

**The list below will not necessarily be completed in the exact displayed order.**&#x20;

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* [x] **Funding of Earning Centre Tiers 2 & 3**&#x20;

> The funding of the tier 2 & 3 earning pools will allow DROPS holders to earn without having to provide & stake liquidity.

* [x] **Complete UI Redesign & Improvements**

> The implementation of UI redesign & improvements will allow for an enhanced & more cohesive experience for marketplace users.

* [x] **Activation of Offer Functionality**

> The activation of the Drops offer functionality will allow marketplace users to make purchase offers on liquidity pairs listed, typically with the intention of benefitting from a greater discount.

* [x] **Activation of Auction/Bidding Functionality**

> The integration of the Drops auction functionality will allow sellers of locked liquidity to sell their pair to the highest bidder rather than setting a fixed price.

* [x] **Creation of the Drops Treasury**

> The Drops Treasury will consist of funds pooled with the intention of buying locked liquidity via the marketplace. The profit generated from the purchase of these locks will be used to benefit the DROPS token & its holders as per the Drops earnings distribution.

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## Phase 3: Scaling User Base & Adoption&#x20;

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<mark style="color:green;">**Phase 3**</mark> **-** _**Estimated Completion Time: 20-30 Days**_&#x20;
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* [x] **Implementation of Lock Fractionalization:**

> The DROPS Marketplace Lock Fractionalization feature allows owners of liquidity locks to list a portion of their pool for sale, rather than having to list the entire pair.

* [x] **Implementation of Liquidity Collateralized Loans:**

> The implementation of Liquidity Collateralized Loans allows for locked liquidity to be used as collateral against which permissionless loans may be taken.
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> _**More Details Shortly**_

* [x] **Added Support for Ethereum Layer 2 Chains:**

> The integration of support for Ethereum Layer 2 chains such as BASE and ARB allows for a greater market segment to be targeted by the DROPS Marketplace.

* [x] **Added Support for Additional Lock Platforms:**

> Support for additional lock platforms will be added to the DROPS Marketplace in phase 3, further expanding the available market segment which may be targeted.

## Phase 4: Strengthening Utility, Security & User Experience

_In Phase 4 of the DROPS roadmap, we focus on strengthening the core pillars that drive our platform’s success: utility, security, and user experience._&#x20;

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* #### Introduction of new $DROPS token utilities:

> Phase 4 of the DROPS roadmap will see new token utilities being proposed via the DAO and subsequently introduced. These DAO proposals will focus on increasing usage of the $DROPS token within the marketplace.

* #### Development of Partnership Understandings with Security Protocols:

> During phase 4 of the roadmap, DROPS aims to develop partnership understandings with DeFi security protocols. In this way, DROPS will further ensure the safety of its users and mitigate malicious activity.

* #### Implementation of New Security Features:

> The implementation of new security features within the DROPS marketplace will be done with the goal of further ensuring safety within the marketplace for users with differing levels of locked liquidity trading experience. These new security features will include additional verification measures and safety scans.

* #### Implementation of QR Codes for Referrals:

> During phase 4, DROPS will implement QR-Code aided referrals, allowing for an increased ease of use for this feature. This is done with the intention of further promoting word of mouth, and driving greater activity to the DROPS marketplace.

* #### Advertising on New Platforms:

> In Phase 4, DROPS will broaden its advertising efforts by targeting new platforms to reach a larger, yet very targeted audience. This will be done through the placement of Drops advertisements on exclusive DeFi-related platforms commonly frequented by token developers.
