{"id":2773,"date":"2025-12-26T20:35:41","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T20:35:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tokenmetrics.com\/blog\/?p=2773"},"modified":"2026-06-14T15:36:33","modified_gmt":"2026-06-14T15:36:33","slug":"a-new-chapter-token-metrics-shifts-fully-to-on-chain-indices-in-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tokenmetrics.com\/blog\/a-new-chapter-token-metrics-shifts-fully-to-on-chain-indices-in-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"A New Chapter: Token Metrics Shifts Fully to On-Chain Indices in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><em>An important update from Ian Balina, Founder and CEO<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Today marks a pivotal moment in Token Metrics&#8217; journey. After careful consideration of market dynamics and community feedback, we&#8217;re making a strategic decision that will shape our future: <\/span><span><strong>we are sunsetting the Token Metrics Analytics platform and API to focus entirely on building and operating our on-chain indices.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Why We&#8217;re Making This Change<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>The crypto landscape has evolved significantly. Research and analytics tools have proliferated, with many platforms offering similar features and dashboards. Meanwhile, the real innovation and differentiation is shifting toward on-chain products that enable investors to own the market itself\u2014simply, transparently, and non-custodially.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Over time, we&#8217;ve noticed a clear trend: the strongest and most consistent interest around Token Metrics has centered on our indices, especially <\/span><span><strong>TM100<\/strong><\/span><span>, rather than new features in the Analytics platform or raw data feeds. Our community has shown us where the real value lies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>In response to these market conditions and community sentiment, we&#8217;ve made the decision to narrow our focus dramatically. We&#8217;re consolidating into a much smaller, highly focused team with a single mission: <\/span><span><strong>to do fewer things and do them exceptionally well.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>What&#8217;s Changing and When<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Here&#8217;s the complete timeline for this transition:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Effective Immediately<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Analytics and the API enter maintenance\/read-only status. Users can still log in to view historical Ratings, but no new features will be released.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>November 27, 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>This is the strict deadline<\/strong><\/span><span> to submit your choice regarding your subscription balance. Please don&#8217;t delay\u2014requests received after this date may not be processed due to the platform shutdown.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>November 28, 2025 (Black Friday)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Subject to final readiness, we plan to begin onboarding select users into the indices (starting with TM100) through a controlled early-access rollout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>November 30, 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>We will shut down both the Analytics platform and the API endpoints. After this date, all routes will redirect to our indices experience and the Help Center.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Your Compensation Options: Choose What Works Best for You<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Because you&#8217;ve supported Token Metrics with your subscription, we want to reward your loyalty with high-value choices. We&#8217;re offering <\/span><span><strong>three options<\/strong><\/span><span>, each designed for different goals:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Option 1: Convert to Indices Credits (3x Value)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Receive <\/span><span><strong>3x the value<\/strong><\/span><span> of your unused subscription as credits toward future indices management fees. This grants you:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"_1ao94nj1\" translations=\"[object Object]\">\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span>Priority access to TM100<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span>White-glove onboarding when the exclusive index opens<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span>The best value for continuing your journey with Token Metrics<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>This is our recommended option<\/strong><\/span><span> for those who want to stay closest to our future developments and plan to utilize our indices. If you&#8217;ve supported Token Metrics from the very beginning and believe in where we&#8217;re headed, we strongly encourage this path.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>Learn more:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"_1ao94nj1\" translations=\"[object Object]\">\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=B65jnfUC2MA\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><u>Indices Demo<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/span><span><strong> (40 seconds)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/jvbfb0hW8fk\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong><u>Indices Deep Dive Webinar<\/u><\/strong><\/a><\/span><span><strong> (30 minutes)<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Option 2: Receive TMAI Airdrop (1.5x Value)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Receive <\/span><span><strong>1.5x the value<\/strong><\/span><span> of your unused subscription in TMAI tokens.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><em>Note: To ensure market stability, these tokens will be subject to a daily vesting schedule over 30 days.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Option 3: Request a Pro-Rata Refund (1:1 Value)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Request a standard 1:1 pro-rated refund of the unused portion of your subscription back to your original payment method.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><em>Note: Please allow up to 60 days for refund processing.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Action Required<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>You must submit this form by <\/span><span><strong>November 27, 2025<\/strong><\/span><span>. Requests received after this date may not be processed due to the platform shutdown.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>What This Means for Our Community<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>For Customers and Developers<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>This pivot is about clarity and focus. Instead of spreading our energy across analytics dashboards and API maintenance, we will deliver one core product: a <\/span><span><strong>non-custodial, rules-based index<\/strong><\/span><span> that lets you invest in the crypto market with a single token.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>For Investors<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>This is a strategic re-alignment around the part of the business with the most long-term value. We see greater opportunity in being an index engine and distribution platform than in competing as yet another analytics surface.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>For Astrobot Holders<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Upon the launch of the Indices, a snapshot taken today confirms your eligibility for an airdrop of permanently staked veTMAI. This converts your current plan to the equivalent staking score level within the new Indices structure. The received veTMAI can then be utilized to benefit from discounted trading fees and a share of the platform&#8217;s revenue.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx4\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>For TMAI Token Holders<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>This is not a step away from you. As we build TM100 and related indices, we intend to maintain and, where possible, enhance the ways TMAI connects to our products. Our priority is to get the index experience live, simple, and trustworthy. Once that foundation is solid, we&#8217;ll share more details on how the token and indices fit together.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Impact on Our Team<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>Due to this change, we are becoming a smaller, leaner company. This has required difficult decisions about team structure, but we believe this focused approach will allow us to deliver exceptional value in our chosen domain.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>What to Expect Next<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol class=\"vl18bi1\" start=\"1\" translations=\"[object Object]\">\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span><strong>Confirmation<\/strong><\/span><span>: Once you submit your compensation choice, you&#8217;ll receive a confirmation email<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span><strong>Reminders<\/strong><\/span><span>: You&#8217;ll see in-app notices about the November 30 shutdown and November 27 deadline<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>\n<p><span><strong>Launch Updates<\/strong><\/span><span>: Information about TM100 early access and how to participate as indices onboarding begins around Black Friday<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"hynlcx1 hynlcx3\" translations=\"[object Object]\"><span><strong>Our Commitment to You<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>To our customers, API users, investors, and token holders: <\/span><span><strong>thank you<\/strong><\/span><span> for your support through multiple market cycles. You&#8217;ve trusted our Ratings, engaged with our research, and participated in our community. This decision honors that history while pointing toward a simpler, more durable product that aligns with where crypto is heading.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span>By narrowing our focus now, we can build something that deserves your trust for many years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>Questions?<\/strong><\/span><span> Reply to our announcement email or contact us at <\/span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/tokenmetrics.com\/blog\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#dfacaaafafb0adab9fabb0b4bab1b2baabadb6bcacf1bcb0b2\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span>[email\u00a0protected]<\/span><\/a><\/span><span>. We will read every message and do our best to assist you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>With appreciation,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"dream-post-content-paragraph j6zgbu1\"><span><strong>Ian Balina<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Founder and CEO<\/span><br \/><span>Token Metrics<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!-- Migrated draft from Beehiiv source: https:\/\/blog.tokenmetrics.com\/p\/a-new-chapter-token-metrics-shifts-fully-to-on-chain-indices-in-2026 --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Today marks a pivotal moment in Token Metrics&#8217; journey. 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