OrdinalsBot Founders Talk New TRIO Marketplace & the Future of Bitcoin Collectibles

OrdinalsBot has officially launched its highly-anticipated TRIO marketplace. More than simply a marketplace, it’s also a rewards-driven platform that seamlessly blends collecting, creating, and trading, all while putting a focus on community engagement and long-term sustainability.

TRIO arrives at a moment when the Bitcoin ecosystem is experiencing a surge of innovation. Thanks to the rise of Ordinals—which allow data like art, music, and even historical documents to be inscribed directly onto individual satoshis (Bitcoin’s smallest unit)—Bitcoin has become a new frontier for high-value digital collectibles. But while the excitement is clear, complexity remains a barrier for many. That’s where TRIO steps in, offering a streamlined, accessible experience for both seasoned collectors and first-time creators.

A Vision for Simplifying Bitcoin Collectibles

At its core, TRIO is designed to solve two key challenges: usability and rewards. As Brian Laughlan, co-founder of OrdinalsBot and TRIO, puts it: “As builders, we understand the complexity of creating on Bitcoin. That’s why we’ve been laser-focused on developing the easiest-to-use creator launchpad.” This emphasis on simplicity opens the door for more creators to inscribe and launch collections without navigating the often overwhelming technical hurdles.

For collectors, TRIO offers a polished, rewards-driven experience that’s a breath of fresh air. This isn’t just about buying and selling; it’s about being rewarded for engaging with the platform. TRIO merges innovation and accessibility in a way that makes participating in the Ordinals ecosystem more enticing than ever.

$TRIO: A Token That Drives Value

The backbone of the TRIO marketplace is its utility-driven token, $TRIO. Unlike speculative tokens with little to no practical use, $TRIO is built to reward participation and incentivize activity on the platform. For collectors, holding $TRIO comes with clear perks—like 0% marketplace fees for minting until January 31, 2025. After that, tiered discounts kick in based on how much $TRIO you hold.

For those who prefer not to hold the token, TRIO keeps its standard 1.5% secondary sales fee competitive with other platforms. But the real magic lies in its XP rewards system. By actively engaging with TRIO—whether through minting, trading, or holding—users earn experience points (XP) that can be exchanged for exclusive, high-demand collectibles. Think Bitcoin Puppets, Nodemonkes, and other sought-after assets that are shaping the future of Bitcoin digital art.

“TRIO enables users to earn experience points (XP) for taking social, referral and marketplace actions encouraging active participation and engagement, allowing users to accumulate points that can be redeemed for tangible rewards ranging from highly coveted collectibles and allowlists they might not ordinarily be able to access to. We’re offering Daily XP Mining to keep incentives fresh and encourage participants to accumulate points over time,” says Laughlan.

It’s a win-win model: collectors get real, tangible rewards for their participation, and the TRIO ecosystem thrives as more users engage and contribute.

Features That Set TRIO Apart

TRIO doesn’t hold back with its feature set, even in its alpha launch. Designed to meet the needs of both creators and collectors, it includes tools and services that streamline the entire experience:

• White-Glove Inscriptions: Fully customizable services for creators looking to inscribe art, IP, or brand projects.
• 4 Meggers: Support for large-file inscriptions, pushing the technical boundaries of what Bitcoin Ordinals can handle.
• Runes Launchpad: Affordable minting options for the emerging Runes standard, providing yet another avenue for creators.
• Inscription Tools: Simplified solutions for BRC-20 minting, TAP token creation, and advanced features like Parent-Child linking.
• Non-Custodial Trading: Secure, partially signed Bitcoin transactions (PSBTs) that ensure safety without compromising usability.
• XP Rewards System: Gamified engagement through XP mining, staking-like rewards, and exclusive allowlists.

TRIO’s tools address real pain points in the Bitcoin collectibles space. Whether it’s simplifying inscriptions or offering rewards that matter, the platform sets itself apart by prioritizing user experience and real utility.

Pushing Boundaries Beyond Static NFTs

While many digital collectible platforms have focused on standard, static assets—the proverbial “monkey pics”—TRIO is already looking further. Its pipeline includes projects that redefine what Bitcoin inscriptions can achieve. Take Project SPARTACUS, for example, which inscribed over 76,000 Afghan War Logs as a nod to Bitcoin’s role in preserving immutable, decentralized information. Or Gold, which brings real-world assets onto Bitcoin through innovative inscription models.

TRIO is also securing high-value partnerships and collections that resonate with the broader Bitcoin community. Week-one featured collections like Punk Royales, Satorials, and Hashrate Hackers signal TRIO’s focus on delivering premium, bleeding-edge projects that capture the imagination of collectors and creators alike.

Co-founder Toby Lewis sums it up well: “We’re committed to pushing the space forward beyond static monkey pics… from licensed legacy IP to groundbreaking real-world use cases.”

“For us, it’s not about one killer feature,” adds Laughlan. “It’s out creating the most effortless, fun and rewarding experience that will attract the most diverse user base and usher in the next million into digital collectibles.Our ambitious feature set will roll-out quickly providing traders with ingenious ways to secure collectibles and improve the trading experience for new and pro-traders,” says Laughlan.

“We’re committed to pushing the space forward beyond static monkey pics… from licensed legacy IP to groundbreaking real-world use cases.”

TOBY LEWIS

The Community at the Heart of TRIO

A major differentiator for TRIO is its focus on community-driven growth. The platform’s rewards structure mirrors Bitcoin’s ethos of incentivizing network participation. XP rewards, allowlists, and staking-like features give collectors tangible reasons to engage with TRIO beyond simple transactions.

At the same time, TRIO’s partnerships with wallet providers like XVERSE, Unisat, OKX, and Leather ensure a seamless, integrated experience for users. This focus on accessibility and trust builds a solid foundation for community adoption.

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— OrdinalsBot ⚡ (@ordinalsbot) November 12, 2024

What’s Next for TRIO?

TRIO’s alpha launch is just the beginning. The roadmap is packed with features designed to elevate the platform to new heights. Auctions, fungible tooling for Runes and BRC-20s, and expanded tools for pro-traders are all in the pipeline. With these additions, TRIO aims to deliver an experience that caters to both casual collectors and serious traders.

“We’re focused on finding and attracting the most innovative and exciting use cases for Ordinals, Runes and fungible tokens while developing new tools that future-proof digital collectibles. Our pipeline is packed full of exciting projects. We’re excited to launch Gold, the first RWA on bitcoin, Elvis B(tc), and Braque on Bitcoin in the new year. We have some incredible tech integrations to announce in January with major builders too,” says Lewis