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Toncoin rebrands to Gram, price jumps 11%

Created at 1 Jun · 6:36 PM7 sources↑ Market-relevant6 events
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Toncoin is rebranding to its original name, Gram, a move announced by Telegram founder Pavel Durov. The TON blockchain network will retain its name, and no user action is required for the token transition. Toncoin's price increased by approximately 11% to over $2.30.

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Key Numbers

11%price increase for Toncoin
$2.30Toncoin price reached
3 weeksrebranding transition period
2018original Gram token whitepaper year
1.8 millionTON pledged for rebrand vote
80%support for rebrand proposal

Who's Involved

Pavel Durov
Founder of Telegram, announced the rebranding of Toncoin to Gram
The Open Network (TON)
Blockchain platform whose native token is rebranding from Toncoin to Gram
Telegram
Messaging app whose founder announced the token rebranding
Toncoin rebrands to Gram, price jumps 11%

↳ Why This Matters

The rebranding to Gram and subsequent price surge indicate renewed investor interest and confidence in The Open Network's long-term vision and potential for growth, potentially signaling a strategic shift to maximize utility and market share.

Key facts

  • Toncoin is rebranding to its original name, Gram.
  • Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced the rebranding.
  • The TON blockchain network will retain its name.
  • No user action is required for the token transition.
  • Toncoin's price increased by approximately 11% to over $2.30.

The rebranding of Toncoin to Gram, its original name from a 2018 whitepaper, signifies a return to the project's roots. Announced by Telegram founder Pavel Durov, this move aims to prepare the ecosystem for its next phase. The TON blockchain will keep its name, and the token transition requires no action from users, with existing balances remaining unchanged. The rebranding is described as more than marketing and a return to the network's roots, framing it as 'step 4 of 7 to Make TON Great Again', referring to a broader roadmap.

Frequently asked questions

The Open Network is a layer-1 blockchain originally developed by Telegram, aiming to provide a scalable and user-friendly platform for decentralized applications.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov is reviving the original name 'Gram' from the 2018 whitepaper, suggesting a return to the project's initial vision and potentially preparing the ecosystem for its next phase.

No, Durov stated that the three-week transition will not require holders, validators, or DeFi integrations to take action. Existing TON balances will continue to function normally.

What Happens Next

01The rebranding process from Toncoin to Gram will be completed over the next three weeks.
02Exchanges and wallets are expected to update their systems to trade under the GRAM ticker.

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Cadence

How It Developed

2 Jun · 1:00 PM
TON Surges 15% as The Open Network Eyes a Gram Rebrand
Live Bitcoin News via PiQSuite
2 Jun · 8:47 AM
The TON blockchain will retain its name while its native token rebrands from Toncoin to Gram, with the proposal receiving strong community support.
CoinCentral via PiQSuite
2 Jun · 4:53 AM
The Open Network is rebranding Toncoin to Gram, the original name from its 2018 whitepaper, signaling a return to its roots.
CoinTelegraph via PiQSuite
2 Jun · 12:03 AM
Toncoin's price surged over 11% to $2.30 following the announcement of its rebranding to Gram, a name with past SEC regulatory issues.
NewsBTC via PiQSuite
1 Jun · 6:32 PM
TON has revived the Gram token brand, with Telegram CEO Durov stating the network is returning to its roots.
@TheBlockCo via PiQSuite
1 Jun · 6:20 PM
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov announced Toncoin will be renamed Gram, reviving the original token name blocked by the SEC.
The Defiant via PiQSuite

Sources

T1
TON revives Gram token brand as Telegram CEO Durov says network is 'returning to roots' https://t.co/hbpvu3XFyU@TheBlockCo via PiQSuite
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Telegram's Durov Renames TON's Native Token to Gram, Price Climbs as Much as 19%m.piqsuite.com
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Bullish Shift For TON: Price Breaks Above $2 Following Telegram CEO's Gram Newsm.piqsuite.com
T1
TON jumps 15% as The Open Network plans rebrand to Gramm.piqsuite.com
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Toncoin (TON) Price: TON Surges 11% as Durov Says the Token Is Rebranding to GRAMm.piqsuite.com
T1
TON Rebrand Vote Gains Support as Gram Name Makes a Comebackm.piqsuite.com
T1
TON Surges 15% as The Open Network Eyes a Gram Rebrandm.piqsuite.com

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