How to Join Republic AI Points Program — Earn Weekly Points Before the Leaderboard Gets Crowded

What is Republic AI?

Republic is a Layer-1 blockchain designed to coordinate and verify high-performance compute, treating compute as a first-class network resource rather than an off-chain add-on. It describes a validator network that provides compute, with validation and incentives embedded into protocol mechanics to create a verifiable compute marketplace.

From the technical docs, the protocol overview emphasizes a Delegated Proof-of-Stake (DPoS) setup, validator accountability (including slashing), and a reputation system that weights performance over time — a big hint that “consistent contribution” will matter more than one-off clicks.

CEO / Lead Founder: TBA. Public-facing materials we reviewed are published under “Republic Foundation,” and the development team has not publicly disclosed individual identities. (If they later publish a team page or verified leadership profiles, update this section immediately.)

Our Experience Joining Republic AI

Here’s what stood out when the AirdropBuzz Team reviewed the live Republic points onboarding flow and the project’s official ecosystem pages:

• Onboarding is intentionally lightweight. The current “Points Program” entry focuses on linking social accounts (X + Discord) and getting users ready for future updates.
• The faucet step is a key tell. Republic is clearly nudging users toward testnet readiness (and likely future on-chain actions), even if the current points flow looks mostly social-first.
• Expectation management: the points system is live, but token conversion, snapshot rules, and payout mechanics are still not confirmed publicly — treat this like a “positioning” campaign, not guaranteed money.

Quick UX notes: because the points portal relies heavily on dynamic web rendering, it typically behaves best in a standard desktop browser. If anything fails to load, refresh once and try again in a clean profile (no aggressive ad/script blockers).

Time vs Reward: Is the Republic Token (REP/RAI Naming TBA) Worth It?

Let’s be blunt: right now, this is a low-time farm with speculative upside. The best “time vs reward” setups usually look exactly like this in week 1 — simple onboarding, a leaderboard, and emissions that reward consistency.

What we can validate today

• Weekly emissions claim: the community is circulating that points are distributed weekly (Sunday 00:00 UTC) with a stated 5,000,000 points/week, and allocation is tied to leaderboard activity + long-term engagement. You should still verify the exact numbers inside the dashboard because these details can change fast.
• Republic’s token naming is not fully consistent across public materials: one official post discusses a native token called “REP” and even notes no formal allocations to individuals/investors “beforehand,” while a separate testnet post discusses compute priced/traded in “RAI.” Net: token ticker, launch timing, and allocation are still TBA for airdrop purposes.

Our “grind test” estimate

• Setup grind: 5–10 minutes (connect socials + faucet claim).
• Maintenance grind: 2–5 minutes per week (check points, verify you’re still connected, watch for new tasks).
• If/when on-chain tasks go live: expect an extra 10–30 minutes per week depending on whether they add transactions, quests, or builder tasks.

So… is it worth it?

Yes — if you value asymmetric upside and you’re early. It’s currently one of the cleaner “AI infra + L1” points plays because time cost is tiny. But until there’s a confirmed reward mechanism (token, snapshot, conversion), you should treat points as status, not money. DYOR and do not over-invest time unless new tasks come with clear upside.

Risks & Things to Watch

• Social account linking risk: connecting X/Discord can expose you to impersonators and DM scams. Lock down privacy settings and never sign “verification” transactions from DMs.
• Wallet hygiene: if the portal prompts a wallet connection now or later, use a fresh “airdrop wallet” with minimal funds. Avoid reusing your main vault.
• Faucet phishing: only use official Republic domains (republicai.io / republicai.io subdomains). Clone faucets are common once points programs trend.
• Leaderboard games & Sybil risk: if allocation is leaderboard-based, whales/botters may try to game it. Watch for anti-sybil rules (phone, captcha, activity thresholds) and don’t assume early rank = final payout.
• Token/TGE uncertainty: no confirmed airdrop allocation, token launch date, or conversion rate is guaranteed. If it’s not officially stated, it’s TBA.

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Join Republic AI Points Program

1. Prep safely: use a separate browser profile and (if prompted later) a fresh wallet dedicated to airdrops.
2. Open the Points Program: go to https://points.republicai.io.
3. Connect X: authorize the connection inside the points portal (double-check the domain before approving).
4. Connect Discord: link your Discord account and join the official community if prompted.
5. Claim the faucet: complete the faucet claim step shown in the portal (this typically prepares you for testnet interactions).
6. Check your dashboard/leaderboard: confirm your points counter is active and note any visible rules for weekly distribution.
7. Set a weekly reminder: leaderboard-based programs often reward consistency. Do a quick weekly login/check-in so you don’t drop eligibility.
8. Stay alert for “Points Program updates”: the portal indicates more details are coming — new tasks tend to launch quietly, and early completion often matters most.

Optional (for builders / power users): If you plan to go beyond social tasks, Republic’s official ecosystem mentions a live testnet environment and related infrastructure pages. Follow the official docs for any developer or validator actions. 

FAQ: Republic AI Points Program

Is the Republic AI Points Program free?

Yes — joining and linking X/Discord is free. If Republic introduces on-chain tasks later, you may only need testnet funds from the faucet (not real money) unless they explicitly announce otherwise.

When are points distributed?

The community is sharing that distributions happen weekly (Sunday 00:00 UTC) and are based on leaderboard activity and consistency. Always confirm the latest schedule inside the official points dashboard because distribution rules can change.

Is the Republic AI airdrop confirmed?

No confirmed airdrop allocation or conversion rate has been publicly finalized in the points portal materials we reviewed. Treat rewards as speculative until Republic publishes explicit airdrop/token conversion details.

What token will Republic use: REP or RAI?

Public Republic materials reference both “REP” and “RAI” in different contexts. For airdrop planning, consider the token ticker and exact mechanics TBA until Republic publishes a single, authoritative token standard and distribution plan.

What’s the safest way to participate?

Use an airdrop-only wallet (if a wallet connection is required), never sign transactions from DMs, and only interact with official Republic domains. If you’re unsure, wait for official Discord announcements before taking new steps.