The cryptocurrency market offers two main avenues to acquire tokens: airdrops and Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). While both introduce new cryptocurrencies, they operate differently and present distinct opportunities for investors. Airdrops distribute free tokens to users based on specific criteria, often used as a promotional tool to boost awareness of blockchain projects. Users might be rewarded for following the project on social media or completing small tasks like signing up for a platform. Conversely, **ICOs (Initial Coin Offerings)** involve investors purchasing tokens before they hit the public market, allowing them to gain early access to potentially valuable cryptocurrencies. Like IPOs in traditional finance, ICOs enable projects to raise capital and offer investors a chance to participate in a project’s growth early on.