Solana Mobile Sets Jan. 21 SKR Token Launch, Snapshot Completed

TLDR

• Solana Mobile has confirmed that the SKR token will officially launch on January 21, 2026.
• A snapshot has already been taken to determine airdrop eligibility for Seeker device users and developers.
• 20% of the total 10 billion SKR token supply is allocated for the airdrop distribution.
• Token holders will be able to stake SKR to Guardians, who will help govern and secure the platform.
• 2.7 billion SKR tokens will unlock on January 20 for liquidity, community treasury, and growth partnerships.

Solana Mobile has confirmed that its SKR token will officially launch on January 21, marking the start of its rollout. The token will serve governance and incentive functions within its ecosystem, focused on the Seeker smartphone and its decentralized app store. A snapshot has already been completed for the upcoming airdrop allocation, according to a post on X.

SKR Token Launch Follows Completed Snapshot and Airdrop Plan

Solana Mobile announced Wednesday that 20% of the SKR token supply is reserved for eligible users and developers via airdrop. The total supply of SKR stands at 10 billion, with no changes to the fixed cap. The snapshot for determining eligibility has already taken place, covering usage data from Seeker devices.

“SKR will give all of the people who have gotten us to this point the opportunity to influence the success of this platform,” said Solana Mobile GM Emmett Hollyer.

He confirmed that this allocation phase is “the first step” in establishing a governance framework. The team has not yet released full details about the airdrop claim process but stated updates are coming soon.

Solana Mobile also disclosed that SKR holders will stake tokens to Guardians who will manage governance and security of the platform. These delegated participants will operate on behalf of the broader SKR community. The company said the token will be central to its open ecosystem moving forward.

On January 20, a total of 2.7 billion SKR tokens will be unlocked during the token generation event. This includes 1 billion tokens for liquidity, 1 billion for the community treasury, and 700 million for growth partnerships. An additional 1.8 billion SKR will unlock gradually to support growth efforts over time.

The launch coincides with Seeker Season 2, which officially began on January 3. Season 1 recorded over 9 million transactions and $2.6 billion in volume since August. These metrics were used during the snapshot process that determined token allocation.

More than 150,000 Seeker devices have been pre-ordered globally following the success of Solana Mobile’s first-generation Saga phone. The Seeker sells for $500 and continues to attract attention from crypto users. The SKR token aims to further engage this user base through staking and governance options.

Solana Saga Excluded From SKR Airdrop as Platform Expands

The first-generation Solana Saga device, which launched last year, is excluded from the SKR airdrop due to dropped software support. Solana Mobile ended security updates and system patches for the Saga device in October. Users of the device are not included in the airdrop snapshot or eligibility list.

In contrast, Seeker users benefit from being part of the active device network tied to the new token ecosystem. The company said the SKR launch is tied to continued development of a decentralized app environment. Seeker phones will play a role in expanding participation in what Solana Mobile calls “internet capital markets.”

“Our plans haven’t changed,” Hollyer said in another post, affirming Solana Mobile’s direction. “We are building the easiest, most secure way to participate from the supercomputer in your pocket.” SKR will serve as a core tool for developers and users alike.