Arcade DAO has opened claims for ARCD tokens for Level 2, Level 3, and Ultimate Level participants. Key details:
- Claim period started December 30th at 21:00 UTC
- Available at claim.arcadedao.xyz
- 6-month window to complete claims
- Eligible participants: Level 2, 3, and Ultimate Level
Important Notes:
- No urgency required due to extended claim period
- Discord community support available at discord.gg/arcadexyz
- Notifications recommended for updates
Join the Discord community for support and updates during the claim process.
Get ready for the next ARCD claim 馃 December 30th at 21:00 UTC Level 2, Level 3, and Ultimate Level participants are eligible to claim ARCD at claim.arcadedao.xyz The claim window will be open for 6 months Turn notifs on & join Arcade's Discord: discord.gg/arcadexyz
Claim your ARCD from Arcade's Level 2, Level 3, and Ultimate Level starting today, Dec 30th at 21:00 UTC: claim.arcadedao.xyz No need to rush! You'll have 6 months to claim your ARCD. Turn on notifs and join the discord: discord.gg/arcadexyz
Arcade NFT Lending Platform Closes Tomorrow, Pivots to Prediction Markets
**Arcade is shutting down its NFT lending frontend on January 30, 2026.** After facilitating approximately $300M in loans over 4 years, the platform is closing its NFT lending service. Users can still withdraw assets through [legacy.arcade.xyz](http://legacy.arcade.xyz). **Key transition details:** - NFT lending frontend closes January 30 - Legacy site remains operational for withdrawals only - Platform pivoting to prediction markets **What's next:** Arcade is launching Distribution Markets, a new prediction market product currently in beta on Base. Updates on [bet.arcade.xyz](http://bet.arcade.xyz) expected next week.
Arcade Parts Ways with Team Member, Launches bet.arcade.xyz
Arcade has terminated a team member following an internal review related to a previous announcement. The company acknowledged the situation and expressed commitment to making amends. **Key developments:** - Team member responsible for controversial announcement removed - New platform [bet.arcade.xyz](http://bet.arcade.xyz) launched in beta - Company acknowledges bugs exist and is actively fixing them - Platform described as "building things no one asked for" The team emphasized they wanted the community building alongside them "from this new day one" and thanked supporters for their patience during the beta phase.
Rare Pepe NFT Secures 12,000 USDC Loan on Arcade

A notable Rare Pepe NFT, EPEPESEODEONE by Maruware, has been successfully collateralized for a 12,000 USDC loan on Arcade.xyz. This transaction represents a growing trend of NFT-backed lending for cultural artifacts, facilitated through EmblemVault's infrastructure. Key points: - Asset: EPEPESEODEONE (Rare Pepe) - Loan Amount: 12,000 USDC - Platform: Arcade.xyz - Technology Partner: EmblemVault
Arcade Ultimate Level Ending December 14th

Arcade's Ultimate Level program is concluding on December 14th at 23:59 UTC. Participants who have earned points during the program will be able to claim $ARCD tokens, with the exact claim date to be announced before year-end. - Final day to earn points: December 14th, 23:59 UTC - Points will be convertible to $ARCD tokens - Claim period will be announced soon Users can stay updated on claiming details through the official Discord channel at discord.gg/arcadexyz