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Top 5 Strategies to Dominate Kaito Mindshare Before TGE ‍

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Feb 21, 2025

With the latest AI agent boom, analyzing data and parsing through information has become a straightforward task. As decisions grow more intricate with AI integration into thought processes, having the right insights is crucial. But have you ever thought about how you can take full advantage of this data and make better investment decisions for your time? 

Enter Kaito—your gateway to making informed decisions in the agentic age. Kaito gathers a huge amount of data from social media, media platforms, forums, news outlets, podcasts, and more. It presents this information in a searchable way, allowing you to make more informed investment decisions and catch trends early. 

With over 200 clients across multiple blockchain networks, we’ve had first hand experience across the team with Kaito marketing for crypto projects.  In this introductory article, let’s take a look at what Kaito is and how it works.

What is Kaito?

Put simply, Kaito helps you save time and energy for making investment decisions by bridging the gap between information accessibility and understanding. Kaito serves as a social organizer of information. State your query, and Kaito will scout social media, media platforms, forums, news outlets, podcasts, and more, and present the data in a searchable platform. 

It offers a comprehensive overview that enhances your decision-making abilities by indexing terabytes of data and structuring it into actionable insights. 

Rather than combing through multiple sources individually, you have a single, well-organized hub.

 

The Need for a New Metric and the Birth of Mindshare

With an increasing number of users and rapid tech advancements, the market requires new measures to gauge brand impact. Mindshare was born from this need. It quantifies the level of consumer awareness a brand holds. 

Unlike market share, which reflects a brand’s position in the market, mindshare reveals how a brand occupies the consumer’s mind. It serves as a reliable indicator of a company’s health. By leveraging mindshare, you gain clear insight into where to focus your efforts and how effectively your content and engagement strategies are building brand presence. This metric is especially crucial for early-stage projects preparing for their Token Generation Event (TGE), where initial momentum can set the stage for long-term success.

How Kaito Mindshare Works

Kaito’s ecosystem operates on a unique points system known as “Yaps.” 

The platform gathers content from various sources, such as; social media posts, forums, news articles, and podcasts, and ranks them based on engagement metrics. Users earn Yap Points for producing valuable content, which then influences their standing on the Kaito Leaderboards. 

This system not only measures the quality and relevance of the content but also provides a clear indicator of a brand’s influence within the Web3 space. Advanced algorithms assess both the volume and depth of interactions, ensuring that genuine contributions are recognized. 

In this ecosystem, every post, comment, and share contributes to your overall mindshare, making it a critical tool for projects aiming to build pre-TGE momentum.

Top 5 Strategies to Leverage Pre-TGE Kaito Mindshare

1. Make Quality Content the Cornerstone

Quality content forms the backbone of effective Kaito mindshare. Begin by creating authentic, high-value posts that reflect your genuine experiences in the crypto space. Rather than rehashing common knowledge or rephrasing existing content, focus on delivering original insights that add depth to the conversation. This approach encourages meaningful engagement from peers and smart accounts alike. 

When your contributions resonate, they naturally attract Yap Points and improve your ranking on the Kaito Leaderboards. Over time, a steady stream of quality content builds credibility and positions your brand as a reliable source within the community. Consistency is key. Every well-crafted post reinforces your authority and sparks valuable discussions that drive further engagement. In the long run, investing in high-quality content not only saves time but also solidifies your presence in an increasingly competitive landscape, ensuring that your brand remains top-of-mind for potential supporters and investors.

2. Collaborate with Top Kaito Influencers (KOLs)

Building relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) is a powerful strategy to boost your mindshare on Kaito. Start by identifying influencers in your niche who command respect and have an engaged following. Approach these figures with genuine interest—comment on their posts with specific compliments and thoughtful insights. This is not about seeking immediate gains; it’s about fostering real relationships that can lead to mutually beneficial content collaborations. 

Over time, these partnerships can evolve into joint projects such as AMAs, interviews, or co-created guides that benefit both parties. Such collaborations expose your brand to a broader audience and lend additional credibility to your content. 

By consistently engaging with KOLs and adding value to their conversations, you not only increase your visibility but also tap into a network of smart accounts that can elevate your standing on the platform. This targeted networking is essential for building trust and driving sustained engagement ahead of your TGE.

3. Rally Your Team with Affiliate Badges

A unified team effort can significantly enhance your presence on Kaito. You can rally your entire organization by using affiliate badges and coordinating a unified content strategy. The days of company-led marketing and/or founder-led marketing are over—this is the era for team-led marketing. 

Look at social badges across agencies and brands on X, they tell you the story of what it really means to label your brand values and translate them throughout your social presence across your team. You may also start by synchronizing posting schedules to create a continuous stream of quality content that keeps your brand in the spotlight. 

Encourage team members to engage with each other’s posts by commenting thoughtfully and sharing winning strategies. This coordinated effort boosts overall engagement by creating a consistent brand narrative that resonates with the community. When your core team actively participates, it sends a strong signal of commitment and expertise. Sharing best practices and content templates across the team can further streamline your approach and ensure that every post adds value. 

In the long term, a well-organized team effort amplifies your brand’s reach and solidifies its standing on Kaito, setting the stage for a robust pre-TGE campaign that drives both visibility and trust.

4. Engage Strategically with Smart Accounts

Targeting smart accounts such as venture capitalists, founders, and developers can provide a significant boost to your Kaito mindshare. Create a prioritized list of these influential users and commit to engaging with their content consistently. Rather than aiming for high volumes of generic interactions, focus on quality engagements that add value to the conversation. Leave insightful comments, ask pertinent questions, and share relevant resources that resonate with these accounts. This strategic interaction increases your visibility and helps build meaningful relationships with key players in the ecosystem.

Over time, as these smart accounts begin to recognize and engage with your content, your standing on the Kaito Leaderboards improves. By doubling down on interactions that generate genuine discussion, you reinforce your reputation as a thoughtful contributor. This targeted approach is a vital part of any pre-TGE strategy, as it positions your brand within a network of influential figures who can drive your overall mindshare forward.

5. Incentivize Your Community

Your most engaged supporters are invaluable assets in the battle for Kaito mindshare. Establishing incentive programs can help motivate your community to contribute actively and share your content. Consider offering tiered perks, bonus tokens, or spotlight features as rewards for meaningful engagement. By rewarding your loyal supporters, you encourage them to produce quality content that benefits your brand. This strategy drives up your Yap Points fostering a sense of belonging and commitment within your community. 

A dedicated base of supporters will help amplify your message, spreading it further across the platform. Over time, these incentives create a virtuous cycle where increased community engagement leads to higher visibility and better rankings. In turn, this greater mindshare attracts even more attention and support. Such community-driven efforts are essential for maintaining momentum, particularly in the pre-TGE phase, where building a strong foundation of trust and engagement is critical to your project’s long-term success.

On Further Evolution of Metrics

As crypto continues to evolve, so too will the metrics by which we measure success. 

Mindshare, as reflected on Kaito, is an emerging gauge of brand influence that goes beyond traditional market share. It offers a dynamic view of consumer awareness and engagement, which is critical for early-stage projects gearing up for their TGE. 

By employing these five strategies; focusing on quality content, collaborating with influencers, rallying your team, engaging with smart accounts, and incentivizing your community, you can build a strong pre-TGE foundation. We’ve covered Kaito in-depth on our complete Kaito marketing playbook—where we deep dive into some cool strategies before, during, and after TGE, based on our personal experience.

This evolving metric not only captures your current impact but also guides your strategic decisions in an increasingly competitive space. Embrace these practices to stay ahead in the dynamic world of Web3, and let your brand’s mindshare pave the way for future success.

Tim Haldorsson
CEO
CEO of crypto and Web3 marketing agency Lunar Strategy, involved in the crypto scene since 2017. Provides forward-thinking Web3 marketing insight as a contributor to Cointelegraph, Rolling Stone, Daily Coin, NFT Plazas, and Finance Magnates.
Jack Haldorsson
CMO
CMO at Lunar Strategy. Been in the crypto space since 2017. Jack leverages his know-how of the blockchain ecosystems and strong KOL relationships to execute result-focused strategies that amplify brand storytelling, drive awareness and grow the project sustainably with the help of Influencer relations.
Adam Westerén
Head of Sales
Adam's passion is to create self-sustainable communities in the Web3 world. He enjoys when you create a Web3 community that can grow by itself. This is what he does in his current role as Head of sales.
William Rejström
COO
As a Community Manager at Lunar Strategy, I'm passionate about finding new ways to connect people, add value and build strong community relationships.
Shann Holmberg
COO
As head of growth at Lunar Strategy, I understand the significant shift away from traditional marketing strategies that Web3 projects require.
Nick Ballanutsa
Crypto Content Creator
Crypto Content Creator, Nick is creating engaging Twitter threads & posts for leading crypto & NFT companies.
Vide Haldorsson
Influencer Manager
Influencer Manager at Lunar Strategy.
Johnny Pedro
Head of Partnerships
Head of Partnerships at Lunar Strategy, creating win-win solutions for Web3 companies. You might have heard his music on Tomorrowland from his previous ventures in the music industry.
Jarrod Frankel
Head of Community
Jarrod is responsible for the teams that provide both engaging social media content and enticing and informative articles for our clients.
Tayler McCracken
Editor at Coin Bureau
Tayler McCracken is the Editor-in-Chief of the Coin Bureau, a leading publication that provides cryptocurrency education.
Vineet Nair
Writer
As a web3 storyteller, Vineet brings a wealth of experience in content, journalism, and management, with hands-on knowledge of metaverses, NFTs, AI, and finance.
Hassan Shafiq
Lunar Strategy
Lunar Strategy.
Mairead Finlay
Writer
British writer specialising in NFTs, luxury lifestyle & travel based in Portugal. Previous publications include Business Insider, LoveEXPLORING, The Guardian and My French Country Home Magazine. Previously the SEO Editor of tech & startup website TechRound.
Sandra Vukovic
Content & Marketing Specialist
Content & Marketing Specialist at Lunar Strategy.
David Kevin Jeppesen
Lunar Strategy
Raised in the spring of technology, solving problems and finding simple digital solutions is part of my nature. I’m a teachable individual who is always eager to learn and develop as a person.
Julieta Ose
Crypto Content Creator
Crypto Content Creator at Lunar Strategy.
Gino De Graaf
Google Ads Specialist
Google Ads Specialist at Lunar Strategy.
Sam Runge
Media Manager
Lunar Strategy.
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