Clipcoin is a platform built on the Base Layer 2 network that enables users to tokenize short video clips from selected YouTube channels and trade them as digital assets. The project operates within the Information Finance (InfoFi) sector, aiming to create a market based on the cultural relevance and potential virality of online content. ^{[1] [2]}

Overview

Clipcoin is a platform built on Base that allows YouTube clips from approved creators to be tokenized into ERC-20 assets, which can then be traded on its interface or through Uniswap V3. Each clip is converted into a fixed supply of tokens, enabling users to speculate on their popularity while providing creators with a share of trading fees and an optional allocation of tokens. The system also incorporates referral incentives, distributing a portion of fees to users who bring in trading activity. Onboarding is designed to be accessible through Privy sign-in and low transaction costs on Base. The project emphasizes compliance by limiting tokenization to whitelisted channels and clarifying that tokens represent provenance rather than intellectual property rights. ^[6]

Features

Creator Tab

The Creator Tab functions as a trust and discovery hub, featuring verified creators with their profiles, social proof, and tokenized clips. Profiles display creator details such as avatar, name, verification badge, and linked social accounts, alongside statistics including total market cap, number of tokenized clips, and recent trading volume. Each page also organizes a creator’s tokenized clips in grid or list format. Verified creators on the whitelist receive profile badges and monetization options, including the ability to authorize clips for tokenization, choose up to a 50% allocation at coin time, and earn a 5% share of trading fees, which can be claimed in-app.

For traders, creator pages provide an evaluation of market dynamics, allowing them to distinguish between broad momentum across multiple clips or hype tied to a single clip. The pages provide tools to filter new releases, verify volume consistency, and validate signals across other sections, such as Home or Rankings. The system also accounts for exceptions—verification badges may appear as pending if channel data changes, and while tokens remain on-chain, discovery visibility may be adjusted according to policy. ^[7]

Create Tab

The Create Tab enables whitelisted YouTube clips to be converted into tradable ERC-20 tokens with a supply of one billion. The process involves completing a form, resolving inline errors, and confirming the transaction in a connected wallet, which may require prior approval. Once created, the token is automatically listed on Uniswap V3 (Base) and linked to a dedicated Token page, while an announcement bot publishes the launch. Afterward, users can share the Token page, which includes referral links for signed-in accounts, and optionally provide liquidity on Uniswap V3. However, this involves range-setting and risks of impermanent loss. Creators can monitor allocation and trading fee accruals through their profiles, with claims being made later. Restrictions include preventing duplicate clip tokenization, the inability to change a token symbol after launch, and adjustments to discovery if the original YouTube video is removed, although the token itself remains on-chain. ^[8]

Home Tab

The Home Tab functions as a real-time feed of tokenized videos, offering quick buy options directly from each card. Users can apply the Creates + Buys (≤1h) filter to identify new tokens gaining momentum, then select 'Buy now' to open a trade modal that executes using the default slippage settings and ETH on Base. Additional features include opening Comments for context, sharing short URLs that embed referral codes for signed-in accounts, and linking to DEXScreener to review liquidity and trading ranges before entering a position. Market signals on the feed vary: clustered creates and early buys within the first hour suggest higher breakout potential. In contrast, rising likes and comments without corresponding purchases may indicate interest without a strong commitment.

Large sell-offs following spikes often signal caution, requiring either adjusted slippage or waiting for liquidity depth to recover. Limitations include the risk of small trades appearing exaggerated under thin liquidity conditions, making it essential to confirm 24-hour volume on the Token page. Additionally, if a creator is removed from the whitelist, prior events remain visible, but new create events are blocked. ^[9]

Ranking Tab

The Ranking Tab provides leaderboards for both tokens and creators, designed to highlight market leaders and rotation trends quickly. Token rankings track individual clip tokens, while creator rankings measure the combined market capitalization across all of a creator’s tokenized clips. Rankings typically display columns such as rank, token or creator name, symbol, market capitalization, price, 24-hour trading volume, short-term and long-term percentage changes, and the number of holders. Users can interact with the rankings by opening a Token page or Creator profile, sharing listings, or copying the Base contract. Reading the rankings requires context: a 24-hour price increase on low volume should be verified through the Home feed.

At the same time, a rising total creator market cap paired with growth across multiple tokens suggests broader momentum rather than isolated hype. Increasing holders with flat prices can indicate accumulation. Rankings also carry caveats, as small trades can cause position flips when market caps are close. Low-liquidity tokens often exhibit exaggerated percentage swings, making it essential to check liquidity depth on the Token page. ^[10]

Referral/Reward Tab

The Referral & Reward Tab enables users to generate earnings through a single link, with rewards tracked transparently on-chain. The tab displays the referral link, total referred trading volume, pending rewards awaiting claim, and a claim function that requires gas fees. Attribution assigns eligible trades from referred users to the link, with cross-session tracking supported depending on browser and wallet setup. Rewards are calculated as 20% of the 1% transaction fee, effectively 0.2% of referred trade volume, and accrue on-chain in the traded asset. Claims can be made from this tab or the profile page, and batching claims helps reduce gas costs. The system operates on a single-level referral structure, with restrictions on self-referrals and abusive activity outlined in platform policies. ^[11]

Clip Tokens

Clip tokens have a fixed supply of 1,000,000,000 units each, with creators able to receive an allocation of up to 50% at the time of creation if they are verified. Their value is shaped by supply dynamics, fee distribution, and overall market capitalization, while pricing is determined through Uniswap V3’s automated market maker model. ^[12]