ICO (Initial Coin Offering)
FundraisingUpdated: October 15, 2025
Also known as: Initial Coin Offering, Token Sale
A fundraising method where new cryptocurrencies are sold to investors
A fundraising method where new cryptocurrencies are sold to investors.
ICOs were popular in 2017-2018 as a way for blockchain projects to raise capital by selling tokens to early investors. While some ICOs funded legitimate projects, many turned out to be scams or failed ventures.