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(HST)

HeadStarter is the premier native accelerator and IDO (Initial DEX Offering) launchpad built exclusively for the Hedera network. It serves as a strategic gateway for Web3 startups to raise capital through token sales and NFT offerings (INOs). By leveraging the Hedera Token Service (HTS) and Hedera Smart Contract Service (HSCS), the platform ensures high-speed, secure transactions. While Hedera usually requires manual token association, HeadStarter’s smart contracts are designed to automate this process for users during the IDO swap phase.

The HST token provides several core utilities within the HeadStarter ecosystem. It grants governance rights, enabling holders to vote on protocol changes and project approvals. It is the primary requirement for accessing IDOs, INOs, and private sales. Additionally, HST can be used for single-sided staking to earn rewards from protocol service fees. Furthermore, the amount of HST held determines a user’s Tier, which directly impacts their allocation size and their probability of winning lottery spots for new project launches.

HeadStarter utilizes a tiered system based on HST holdings to manage project allocations. Tier 1 (5,000+ HST) provides users with lottery tickets for a chance to participate. Tier 2 (200,000+ HST) offers guaranteed or significantly larger allocations. Tier 3 (1,000,000+ HST) grants the maximum possible allocation per project. Those with fewer than 5,000 HST are classified as Tier 0 and typically do not receive lottery tickets, though they may occasionally access non-HST pools which are subject to high demand and limited availability.

To participate in an IDO, users must follow a standardized workflow. First, they must hold the required HST tokens to qualify for a specific Tier. Second, they need to apply for the project's Allowlist. Third, all participants must complete a KYC (Know Your Customer) verification through the HeadStarter dApp to ensure regulatory compliance. Finally, during the live sale, users commit their funds—typically in HBAR or USDC—to claim their allocated tokens. Utility NFTs can also be used as 'Ticket Boosters' to improve lottery odds.

HeadStarter features a 'Real Yield' staking model where a portion of the protocol's service fees, collected from successful project launches, is redistributed to HST stakers. The platform offers single-sided staking, allowing users to earn rewards without providing liquidity in pairs. Most staking pools involve a lock-up period, such as 30, 60, or 365 days. Users should be aware that withdrawing tokens before the designated lock-up period ends usually incurs an early withdrawal penalty, which is typically a percentage of the staked amount.

HeadStarter supports native Hedera wallets, with Hashpack being the most recommended choice for a seamless experience; Blade wallet is also supported. Regarding security, HeadStarter’s smart contracts have been thoroughly audited by Hacken, receiving a top-tier 10/10 security score. Users are encouraged to interact only with the official HST token ID (0.0.968069) to maintain safety. For those using hardware security modules, it is generally advised to use a native 'hot' wallet account for IDO participation to avoid technical limitations with HTS tokens.