Here, we’ll explore some emerging token innovations and standards that are shaping the next generation of cryptocurrencies and decentralized apps.

One of the most exciting aspects of blockchain technology is the ability to create programmable assets and tokens with novel functionalities. New token standards are expanding possibilities for crypto utility, governance, interaction models and more.

ERC20 popularized the idea of standardized tokens on Ethereum, sparking the ICO boom. But newer standards add capabilities like staking, governance and regulatory compliance.