ArcForge, also known as the Arc token launchpad, tried to break new ground with the AskJimmy token launch. Unfortunately, the launch was marred by serious technical issues. The front end experienced major glitches: display problems, a confusing decimal system (Arc uses 9 decimals versus the standard 6–8 decimals found in many crypto tokens), and overall UI/UX inconsistencies. These issues not only frustrated retail users but also allowed sniper bots to manipulate the sale. While sniper mitigation measures were in place, they only capped the snipers’ gains instead of preventing them altogether.

The team’s post-mortem was refreshingly transparent. They outlined that the issues stemmed from several factors, including insufficient prelaunch briefings about the dynamic fee system, bonding curve, and anti-sniper strategies. In response, the Arc team is planning major upgrades for future launches. Key improvements include:

• Enhanced User Interface & Experience (UI/UX): A revamped front end designed to handle high traffic and prevent display errors.
• Detailed Prelaunch Documentation: Clearer explanations on dynamic fees, sniper deterrence settings, and the bonding curve—essential for both retail users and institutional investors.
• Improved Liquidity Mechanics: Approximately 9 million ARC tokens (around 1% of the total supply) have been locked in the AskJimmy liquidity pool. This liquidity lock is expected to reduce circulating supply, potentially boosting token value over time.
• Robust Sniper Mitigation Strategies: Even though sniper bots managed to exploit the launch, the measures did limit their profits compared to typical token launches. The team is now exploring more advanced anti-sniping techniques to safeguard retail users.

For further details and a deeper dive into the technical aspects, check out Tachi’s detailed thread on X and s4mmy’s analysis on X. These sources provide additional insight into the post-mortem analysis, tokenomics, and the future roadmap for ArcForge.

By addressing these issues head-on, ArcForge, Arc’s token launchpad, is positioning itself to become a more reliable platform in the competitive world of crypto token launches. Despite the rocky start, the Arc team’s commitment to transparency, continuous improvement, and community trust bodes well for the future of the Arc ecosystem and its innovative token launch strategies.