CryptoNews Podcast
#489: Maximiliano Stochyk, Head of Sales at CoinTerminal, on Token Launchpads, Playbook for Early Stage Crypto Growth, and Crypto Fundraising
CryptoNews Podcast
•November 6, 2025•30 min
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CryptoNews Podcast•Nov 6, 2025
Key Takeaways
- •Argentina's crypto adoption outpaces North America stable‑coin demand.
- •CoinTerminal offers open‑access launchpad without a native token.
- •Successful token launches need VC backing, exchange listings, KOL support.
- •Frictionless user flow boosts participation and liquidity for projects.
- •Over‑unlocking tokens at TGE harms long‑term price stability.
Pulse Analysis
Argentina has become a hotbed for crypto activity, driven by a volatile peso and limited access to traditional banking. Users routinely swap Argentine pesos for USDT, pay for meals with stablecoins, and embrace decentralized finance as a hedge against inflation. This contrasts sharply with North America, where fiat currencies remain stable and stable‑coin usage is largely speculative. The surge in local adoption creates a fertile market for Web3 projects, making Latin America an attractive launch zone for token sales and fundraising campaigns. CoinTerminal differentiates itself by operating an open‑access launchpad that does not require a proprietary token for participation. Investors simply complete KYC and can purchase pre‑TGE tokens at attractive prices, eliminating the liquidity lock‑up that traditional launchpads impose. This frictionless approach expands the addressable user base, drives higher capital inflows, and aligns the success of the launchpad with the performance of the projects it backs. With over 600,000 users, $2.2 billion in connected assets and more than $80 million distributed, the model proves that token‑first gatekeeping is no longer necessary. For founders seeking a successful launch, Max Stochyk stresses three non‑negotiable pillars: credible VC or angel backing as social proof, listings on reputable exchanges to generate volume, and strategic KOL partnerships to amplify community reach. He also warns against 100 % token unlocks at TGE, which can trigger massive sell pressure and erode price stability. Instead, a staged vesting schedule and modest initial market cap encourage sustainable growth. As frictionless, open‑access launchpads gain momentum, early‑stage projects that combine solid backing, exchange liquidity, and influencer support are best positioned to thrive in the competitive Web3 landscape.
Episode Description
Maximiliano Stochyk is Head of Sales at CoinTerminal, where he drives B2B sales, fundraising strategy, and go-to-market initiatives for Web3 projects. CoinTerminal’s launchpad serves over 600,000 users, $2.2B in connected assets, and $80M+ in distributed value. Active in Web3 since 2014, Maxi has closed multiple seven-figure fundraising deals and leads a sales team that manages hundreds of calls with founders every month. He specializes in building scalable sales processes, negotiating multi-million-dollar partnerships, and advising projects on structuring and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
In this conversation, we discuss:
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Current state of Argentina
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Crypto in Argentina
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CoinTerminal’s launchpad
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Echo’s $300M sale
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The power of refundable rounds on CoinTerminal
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GTM for crypto projects
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Present day decentralized crypto fundraising
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Token launchpads
- The new playbook for early-stage growth
CoinTerminal
X: @CoinTerminal
Website: cointerminal.com
LinkedIn: CoinTerminal
Maximiliano Stochyk
Instagram: @mstochykduarte
LinkedIn: Maximiliano Stochyk Duarte
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