Sahara AI Knowledge Drop Claim Details and Eligibility: All You Need to Know

As part of the $SAHARA Token Generation Event (TGE) scheduled for June 26, Sahara AI, a decentralized AI blockchain platform, has introduced the Knowledge Drop—a community distribution designed to recognize and reward early contributors across all areas of the ecosystem. 

This initiative, set to launch at 12:00 PM UTC on BNB Chain, aims to honor participants who have shaped the platform through data services, community engagement, and technical development. The move reflects Sahara AI’s commitment to fostering a collaborative AI economy, with 5% of the total $SAHARA supply allocated for this purpose. 

This article serves as a detailed guide to readers seeking to understand eligibility, claim processes, and schedules.

What Is Sahara AI?

Sahara AI is a platform that combines blockchain technology with artificial intelligence to create a decentralized ecosystem where users can develop, own, and monetize AI models and datasets. The project focuses on ensuring transparency, security, and fair compensation for contributors, from data providers to developers. 

Backed by significant funding, including a reported $74 million raised during a recent token sale oversubscribed by nine times, Sahara AI has attracted attention from investors like Polychain Capital and Binance Labs. The platform is preparing for its mainnet launch in mid-2025, with the TGE marking a key step in its growth.

Overview of the Knowledge Drop

The Knowledge Drop allocates 5% of the $SAHARA token supply to reward early contributors, with allocations varying based on activity and impact. To combat automated participation, the platform applies adjustments, including multipliers for active Web3 wallets and reduced rewards for flagged accounts. 

Beyond tokens, Sahara AI will distribute cash rewards to dedicated Discord community members, such as moderators and content creators. This effort is part of a broader strategy, with 64.25% of the token supply reserved for community and ecosystem initiatives, ensuring long-term support for participants.

Eligibility Categories and Allocation Details

Eligibility for the Knowledge Drop is determined by verified activity up to the snapshot date of May 31, 2025, at 23:59 UTC. Three main categories qualify for rewards.

• Data Services Platform (DSP) Contributors: This group, which accounts for 4.05% of the supply, includes users who earned Sahara Points through tasks like data collection and labeling. Standard contributors receive allocations based on their points. Active Web3 users with at least 0.01 ETH in their wallets at the snapshot get a 200% multiplier. Flagged accounts, identified for low-quality or automated activity, receive just 20% of their points. Tokens unlock with 44% available at TGE and 56% subject to a six-month cliff, followed by monthly vesting over six months.
• Sahara Legends Campaign Participants: Allocating 0.45% of the supply, this category rewards users who earned Shards through gamified tasks. Standard contributors’ allocations reflect their Shards, while active Web3 users gain a 200% multiplier. Sybil-flagged accounts are excluded entirely to maintain program integrity. The unlock schedule mirrors DSP, with 44% at TGE and 56% vesting after a six-month cliff.
• Ecosystem Builders & Enterprise Partners: This 0.50% allocation honors technical contributors and partners who shaped the platform’s infrastructure. Tokens unlock with 20% at TGE and 80% vesting after a six-month cliff. Specific eligibility details are shared privately with qualified recipients.

Claim Process and Timeline

Claims begin on June 26, at 12:00 PM UTC, exclusively on BNB Chain, chosen for its low gas fees. The claim window lasts 15 months, after which unclaimed tokens return to the protocol treasury for governance redistribution. Users should visit knowledgedrop.saharaai.com (claim page already live) to verify eligibility, view allocations, and prepare for the TGE.

Unlock Schedule and Its Purpose

The token unlock schedule balances immediate access with long-term stability. A significant portion unlocks at TGE, allowing early use, while the remainder follows a cliff and vesting period. This approach aims to reduce volatility, encourage sustained engagement, and align token availability with platform growth. According to the project, it also protects against opportunistic selling, ensuring rewards benefit committed participants.

Additional Community Opportunities

Beyond the Knowledge Drop, Sahara AI offers further rewards. The Buidlpad Community Distribution (1.42%) supported early adopters, while the OKX Airdrop (0.40%) and Binance HODLer Airdrop (2.75%) provided phased rewards. Ecosystem Development, with 33.93% of the supply, funds grants and hackathons. Cash rewards for Discord contributors, including managers and creators, add another layer of recognition.

How to Prepare

To participate, users must connect a wallet holding at least 0.01 ETH for multiplier eligibility and ensure activity aligns with DSP or Legends criteria. Checking eligibility now prevents last-minute issues. The platform emphasizes preparing for the TGE date and understanding vesting terms to plan effectively.

This initiative highlights Sahara AI’s focus on rewarding genuine contribution as it approaches its mainnet launch. With clear guidelines and a structured process, participants have a solid framework to engage with the evolving platform. Staying updated via Sahara AI’s official channels will provide further guidance as the TGE approaches.