IMVU
Crypto Overview
Overview
VCORE is the native token of IMVU's metaverse platform, launched in 2021. IMVU is one of the largest avatar-based social platforms with over 7 million monthly active users.
Purpose and Utility
VCORE serves as the primary currency for IMVU's metaverse economy, enabling users to: Purchase virtual goods and services within the platform, Participate in platform governance through DAO voting, Earn rewards through content creation and community engagement, Trade virtual items in the marketplace.
Business Model Analysis
The platform focuses on social interaction and virtual commerce. While some aspects like avatar customization and social features are permissible, certain user-generated content may include elements not aligned with Islamic principles. The platform does not inherently facilitate interest-based lending or gambling.
Real-World Adoption
VCORE has achieved significant adoption within IMVU's ecosystem, being actively used for purchasing virtual items and services. The token has integration with major exchanges and maintains consistent trading volume.
Development Activity
Regular platform updates and development activity are observed through their GitHub repository. The team maintains transparent communication about development progress through official channels.
Token Distribution
Initial token distribution allocated 30% to the team and advisors with a 3-year vesting period, 20% for platform development, and 50% for community incentives and ecosystem growth. This distribution structure shows reasonable alignment with long-term project success.
Crypto Impact
To assign a comfort level investing in IMVU from a halal perspective we need to determine whether it has a net positive or negative impact.
Towards this end, the table below is used to tally all the positive and negative considerations our members can think of related to IMVU.
If you don’t see something that should be listed, positive or negative, feel free to submit your own contribution using the button “Contribute”.
We will review your contribution for accuracy before publication.
Importantly, you can review listed contributions and vote on which one you think has the greatest impact, positive or negative.
You only have one vote per asset so use it wisely.
You can change your vote if you change your mind.