Interlink Network has officially released version 5.0, introducing a KYC verification system powered by a new role called Curators. These curators review and approve user identity submissions, allowing the long-awaited migration from ITLG rewards to ITL utility tokens. The move aims to build a fully verified economic ecosystem where real humans—not bots—drive participation and rewards.
Curator Mechanism: Decentralized Identity Verification
Curators act as the backbone of identity checks, operating under four principles: anonymous selection to avoid bias and collusion, time-bound decisions for fast processing, multi-level data review for consistency, and independent evaluation for objective outcomes. Without successful verification, users cannot access payments, staking, or governance features within the ecosystem.
Proof of Personhood: One Human, One Unique ID
The platform positions itself as a human-first blockchain using Proof of Personhood (PoP). Users become “Human Nodes” via simple daily mobile activity, without requiring expensive hardware or large crypto holdings. Biometric verification via InterLink-ID (facial liveness detection) ensures one human = one unique ID. The project aims to onboard up to 1 billion users, building one of the largest verified digital identity networks globally.
The dual-token model consists of $ITLG, earned through app mining and activity, and $ITL, activated only after KYC verification for real economic use (payments, staking, governance, incentives). ITLG functions as a mining asset, while ITL will serve as the main utility token after its launch.
Price Speculation: From $10 to $1000 on Limited Supply and High Staking
Community analysis speculates that low early circulating supply, high staking participation, reduced selling pressure, and OTC price discovery could drive the price of $ITL higher quickly. Some projections suggest a $10 to $1000 range over time. However, the report emphasizes these are speculative and depend on real adoption, liquidity, and execution.
Timeline and Controversy: Curators Rollout in Early April 2026, Token Launch in Q2 2026
The immediate next step is the Curators deployment, expected in early April 2026. Full KYC activation will follow, pushing users toward token conversion. Despite gaining millions of users over about a year, the project has faced criticism over delays and shifting timelines. The updated target places the ITL token launch in early Q2 2026. The article notes that while timelines have slipped, the focus on identity verification, fairness, and real-world utility could shape the network's future.