The current Yapper reward ecosystem of Kaito AI is worth paying attention to. The platform currently operates 30 incentive activities, but only 3 of them pay directly in stablecoins—most rewards are tokens, points, or deferred incentives.

This structure reflects a common phenomenon in Web3 projects. Cash flow payments may sound simple, but in reality, they are the most direct cost. Let's see what projects that dare to pay directly in USDC or USDT are doing.

Polygon's approach is quite representative: monthly USDC rewards reach a scale of $30,000. While such real-money incentives are few in number, they are highly efficient and signal strong commitment. In comparison, token or point incentives may seem large in scale, but their liquidity and redemption capabilities are often questionable.

For participants, discerning the true value of incentives is crucial. Direct stablecoin payments, though fewer in opportunities, are the most reliable choice.