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View ChartItheum (ITHEUM) is a multi-chain data infrastructure protocol that provides omni-chain Data NFT infrastructure designed to power the AI economy with user-owned data. Originally launched as a Web2 hardware and cloud platform for the health industry in March 2021, Itheum pivoted in January 2022 toward building a decentralized data brokerage and data marketplace. Today, it positions itself as a comprehensive blockchain data infrastructure serving both enterprise and retail users, with the stated goal of becoming a flagship data platform for the AI era.
At its core, Itheum transforms personal data into a tradable asset class using blockchain technology. The protocol enables high-value data to be bridged from Web2 to Web3 and then traded peer-to-peer. Its technology stack includes Data NFTs, which resemble regular NFTs but generate real-world data streams that can be aggregated and offered to the AI industry; Liveliness, an on-chain reputation product combining proof of humanity and proof of activity; and Data Coalition DAOs, which facilitate bulk data collection and curation for trades with AI companies. The project has evolved from a Data NFT marketplace into a trust and tokenization layer for autonomous AI systems, with its next evolution branded as Itheum Aithra.
The ITHEUM token has a maximum supply of 1,000,000,000 tokens, with a total supply of 850 million. Circulating supply figures vary across data providers, with CoinMarketCap reporting approximately 486.44 million ITHEUM. The token is accessible through Ledger Wallet and the Opera crypto browser, and is used within the Data DEX and data brokerage ecosystem. Itheum has completed two funding rounds totaling approximately $1.50 million USD and was the first project supported by the MultiversX Dubai Incubator.
Itheum was founded by Mark Paul, who serves as Founder and CEO. According to CoinMarketCap, the founding team also includes Praveen Paul, Zain Khan, Bogdan Costinas, Edsel Gracias, Ovidiu Damian, Enciu Alexandru, and Robert Benedek. Mark Paul has been referenced in connection with the project's funding announcements and public communications.
As of March 2022, the Itheum team consisted of more than 10 employees and was growing quickly, with active hiring underway. The team has produced over 22,000 open-source code commits, with technology live across multiple blockchains. The project has also held community calls, including Itheum Community Call #3, where participants could meet the team and receive updates on community and ecosystem progress.
Itheum has received support from several incubator and accelerator programs. It was the first project supported by the MultiversX Dubai Incubator in January 2022, was invited to join an exclusive Cointelegraph Acceleration Program in March 2023, and was selected as one of 15 global projects to participate in the Sony Web3 incubation program in June 2023.
Itheum operates as a decentralized data brokerage platform that leverages blockchain technology to give users true ownership of their personal data. The protocol's core technical components include the Data DEX, Data NFTs, Liveliness, and Data Coalition DAOs.
The Data DEX is a suite of tools that enables high-value data to be bridged from Web2 to Web3 and then traded peer-to-peer using blockchain technology. It went live on MultiversX Mainnet in September 2022, enabling fully decentralized data ownership and data trading. Data NFTs resemble regular NFTs but enable unique interactions that generate real-world data. This data is aggregated and offered to the data-hungry AI industry for extra rewards, serving as a bridge between personal data and the AI economy.
Liveliness is an on-chain reputation product that combines proof of humanity and proof of activity to assess the value of a user's data. This mechanism enhances trust and reliability within the platform, helping ensure only high-quality data is traded. Data Coalition DAOs are decentralized autonomous organizations focused on bulk data collection and curation, facilitating data trades with AI companies and streamlining the process to maximize the value of exchanged data. The protocol's smart contracts were migrated from EVM to Rust in May 2022 for MultiversX compatibility and future-proofed for more advanced blockchains like Solana. In May 2023, Itheum launched CanaryNet guardrails to safeguard more advanced features of its data tokenisation and marketplace technology.
Itheum distinguishes itself through its focus on transforming personal data into a tradable asset class within the Web3 and Metaverse ecosystems. It describes itself as the world's first decentralized data brokerage platform that transforms data into tradable assets in the Metaverse. The project's name is derived from the Tamil word for heart, symbolizing a commitment to building an open framework for humans to ultimately control what is authentic, ethical, and "human."
The protocol's Data NFT technology represents a novel approach to data tokenization. Unlike static data files, Data NFTs tokenize real-world "data streams," enabling ongoing data generation and aggregation. This technology was exhibited at the inaugural MultiversX conference in Paris in November 2022. The project's Data DEX concept won multiple hackathons, including Filecoin, Hedera Hashgraph, MultiversX, Polygon, PlatON, and the Ivan On Tech community hackathon.
Itheum's value proposition is further strengthened by its evolution into a trust and tokenization layer for autonomous AI systems. The project's vision is pioneering human-governed trust for AI and autonomous systems. Its core values include accessibility, global inclusion, community impact, and transparency. The protocol aims to ensure that trust layers and trust frameworks remain a public good accessible to everyone, and that "trust transactions" by AI and autonomous machines are auditable for accountability. With the introduction of Itheum Aithra as the next evolution of the protocol, the project continues to develop its infrastructure for the AI economy.
The ITHEUM token is used within the Data DEX and data brokerage ecosystem. It serves as the native utility token for a platform that enables users to trade personal data as a tradable asset. The token is accessible through Ledger Wallet, a hardware wallet with high-level crypto security, and the Opera crypto browser.
Within the Itheum ecosystem, the token facilitates data trading activities on the Data DEX, which is live on MultiversX Mainnet. It supports the platform's data tokenization and marketplace technology, including Data NFTs that generate real-world data streams for the AI industry. The token is also integral to the Liveliness reputation system, which assesses data value through proof of humanity and proof of activity.
Additionally, ITHEUM is used in connection with Data Coalition DAOs, which handle bulk data collection and curation for trades with AI companies. The token has been integrated into enterprise applications, such as the Inspire3 loyalty program, which uses Itheum Data NFT technology. The project's first Data NFT collection, Trailblazers, showcases how a real-world data stream can be tokenized, with the first airdrop occurring in July 2023. The token is listed on major exchanges and supports popular conversion pairs including AUD, BRL, CAD, EUR, GBP, HKD, RUB, SGD, TWD, and KRW.
The Itheum ecosystem has developed through a series of milestones since the project's inception. After launching as a Web2 health industry platform in March 2021, Itheum pivoted to decentralized data brokerage in January 2022 and became the first project supported by the MultiversX Dubai Incubator. In April 2022, the ITHEUM token had its decentralized Token Generation Event on the Maiar DEX.
Throughout 2022, the project migrated its smart contracts from EVM to Rust, pivoted its technology to Web3, and launched the Data DEX on MultiversX Mainnet in September. The Data DEX concept won multiple hackathons during this period. In November 2022, Itheum exhibited its Data DEX and Data NFT technology at the inaugural MultiversX conference in Paris. In March 2023, Itheum joined the Cointelegraph Acceleration Program, followed by the launch of CanaryNet guardrails in May 2023.
In June 2023, the ITHEUM token became accessible through the Opera crypto browser, and Itheum was selected for the Sony Web3 incubation program. The first Data NFT airdrop for Trailblazers occurred in July 2023. In September 2023, the token became accessible through Ledger Wallet. In October 2023, Itheum announced its first enterprise integrator with the Inspire3 loyalty program. The Itheum whitepaper was released on April 3, 2024, detailing the project's vision, goals, and technical architecture. The project has also introduced Itheum Aithra as the next evolution of the protocol. Blockchain integrations and compatibility include MultiversX, Solana, Filecoin, Hedera Hashgraph, Polygon, and PlatON.
Itheum does not use a traditional mining mechanism. The ITHEUM token operates within a multi-chain data infrastructure protocol and is used within the Data DEX and data brokerage ecosystem. Detailed public information on staking or consensus participation mechanisms is currently limited.
The token is accessible through Ledger Wallet and the Opera crypto browser, and is listed on major exchanges where users can acquire it. The project's focus is on data tokenization and trading rather than mining. Users can participate in the ecosystem by trading data through the Data DEX, holding Data NFTs, or engaging with Data Coalition DAOs. The Liveliness reputation system rewards users for proof of humanity and proof of activity, which may provide additional avenues for participation.
Keeping ITHEUM tokens safe requires attention to wallet security and best practices. The token is supported by Ledger Wallet, a hardware wallet that provides high-level crypto security by storing private keys offline. Using a hardware wallet is generally recommended for holding significant amounts of cryptocurrency, as it protects against online threats such as malware and phishing attacks.
The Opera crypto browser also supports ITHEUM, offering an integrated Web3 experience. When using any wallet, users should ensure they download software only from official sources and verify the authenticity of browser extensions. Private keys and seed phrases should never be shared with anyone, and users should be cautious of unsolicited messages or offers related to their holdings.
Additionally, investors should be aware of the risks associated with cryptocurrency assets, including extreme volatility and the potential loss of capital. The ITHEUM token has experienced significant price fluctuations, and its value can decline rapidly. Users are encouraged to independently assess their financial capacity, consider consulting professional advisors, and review relevant risk disclosure documents before making investment decisions. Storing tokens in multiple wallets and using strong, unique passwords for exchange accounts can further enhance security.
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As of right now, the live price of Itheum (ITHEUM) is C$0.000363. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated ITHEUM to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Itheum records a 24h trading volume of C$0 (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of C$172.860251K. Its current circulating supply stands at 486.44M out of a maximum supply cap of 1B.
The price volatility of Itheum (ITHEUM) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Bank of Canada or US Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (486.44M) to max supply (1B), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.
Looking at its historical price performance, Itheum (ITHEUM) hit an all-time high (ATH) of C$1.057456 on 2022-04-30 16:30, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at C$0.000227 on 2026-06-25 14:00. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.
When trading ITHEUM futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume (C$0), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s ITHEUMUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Itheum, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the ITHEUMUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.
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