Powering Sustainable Token Launches with Metaplex Genesis

Marinade is proud to be an official partner of the Metaplex Genesis program, supporting the next generation of token launches on Solana with sustainable,transparent, and fair tokenomics.

Through this partnership, projects launching on Genesis can allocate a portion of their raise in $SOL to staking with Marinade. The staking rewards generated from this SOL can then be automatically or manually directed toward token buybacks, creating continuous on-chain demand and long-term support for their token.

It’s a simple, transparent model - teams put their SOL to work, and staking yield becomes the fuel for sustainable growth.

How It Works

Metaplex Genesis introduces a fair and transparent framework for token launches on Solana. By combining Genesis’ fixed-price presale mechanism with Marinade’s liquid staking infrastructure, projects can transform their raised SOL into a productive, yield-generating asset.

Stake SOL → Earn Yield → Automate Buybacks

Here’s how it works in practice:

Projects stake SOL via Marinade Native or Marinade Select, earning consistent staking yield.
Rewards automatically or manually flow back into buybacks of the project’s token.
Treasury capital remains intact while holders benefit from steady bid support and reduced volatility.

This creates a continuous feedback loop where staking rewards strengthen both treasury health and token stability.

Meet the First Genesis Partners

Several teams have already launched with Marinade through Metaplex Genesis - each showcasing a different way staking yield can enhance token design.

Collector Crypt

A long-time supporter of both Marinade and Metaplex, Collector Crypt is redefining how RWA-based collectibles operate on Solana.

By staking their treasury SOL with Marinade, the team converts idle capital into yield, funding future $CARDS buybacks and community rewards. Their Genesis launch demonstrates how sustainable DeFi practices can reinforce collector economies.

According to Pine Analytics, $124M has been spent on Collector Crypt Gacha packs, fueling revenue growth and expanding their Solana and stablecoin treasury.

“We stake our SOL with @MarinadeFinance, foundational to Solana since March ’21 and an elite athlete in the Solana ecosystem.” - Tuom, Founder of Collector Crypt

Goated

Among the first projects to launch through Genesis, Goated is leading the next wave of on-chain gaming and entertainment tokens.

Following a sold-out presale, Goated began staking a portion of its raised SOL with Marinade to automate token buybacks — creating a self-sustaining system where staking rewards continuously support the market while preserving treasury assets.

“Goated has been strategically allocating a portion of its platform profits toward the acquisition and staking of SOL. The team maintains strong confidence in the long-term growth and resilience of the Solana ecosystem and is committed to deepening the integration of both the platform and its native token, $GOATED, to further strengthen its presence and alignment within the Solana community.” - Aditya, Strategy at Goated

Portals

The Portals Genesis launch sold out in seconds, raising 3.5k SOL for its community. Through Marinade, Portals now puts those assets to work safely and transparently, earning yield while continuing to build immersive, utility-driven experiences.

Together, these teams set the standard for sustainable tokenomics on Solana - aligning builder incentives with long-term holder value.

Why It Matters

The collaboration between Metaplex and Marinade marks a shift in how Solana projects think about capital efficiency and treasury management.

Instead of relying on speculative activity or emissions, projects can now leverage staking yield as an organic buyback engine — one that runs transparently, sustainably, and on-chain.

For founders, this offers:

Institutional-grade staking with Marinade infrastructure
Continuous liquidity support through automated buybacks
Capital efficiency without sacrificing treasury safety

For communities, it means:

Sustainable token growth post-launch
Real yield from a trusted Solana protocol
Clear alignment between project and holders

How to Get Started

Projects launching through Metaplex Genesis can integrate Marinade staking directly into their presale strategy:

Launch with Metaplex Genesis to access a trusted framework for presales.
Allocate a portion of raised SOL to Marinade Native or Select staking.
Direct staking rewards toward buybacks or community programs.

This model ensures that every token launch starts on a sustainable foundation — powered by staking yield, transparency, and alignment.

Final Thoughts

With Metaplex Genesis, token launches on Solana are evolving — and Marinade is proud to help power that evolution.

By combining Genesis’ fair-launch mechanisms with Marinade’s staking infrastructure, new projects can unlock a yield-driven foundation for growth.

Fair entry. Sustainable support. Built on Solana.