# Upcoming Milestones (Q3 2024 - Q1 2025)

*The next six months will see the rollout of key features and the full launch of Cortux:*

**Q3 2024:**

* **ICO Launch:** Conduct the ICO, allowing early investors to purchase CRX tokens at a special pre-sale price.
* **Beta Platform Release:** Launch the beta version of the Cortux platform, enabling users to test the investment and e-commerce functionalities.
* **Staking and Rewards Program:** Introduce the staking feature, allowing users to earn rewards by holding and staking CRX tokens.
* **Cortux Visa Card Integration:** Begin issuing the Cortux Visa Card, enabling seamless crypto-to-fiat conversions and spending.
* **Security Audits:** Perform comprehensive security audits of the platform and smart contracts to ensure robust protection against vulnerabilities.

**Q4 2024:**

* **Full Platform Launch:** Officially launch the Cortux platform, including all key features like the e-commerce integration, payment gateway, and staking.
* **Mobile Wallet Launch:** Release the Cortux Mobile Wallet, offering users a secure and convenient way to manage their CRX tokens and perform transactions.
* **E-Commerce Marketplace Rollout:** Expand the Cortux e-commerce platform, onboarding merchants and offering exclusive deals for CRX holders.
* **Community Governance Introduction:** Implement the first phase of decentralized governance, allowing CRX token holders to vote on key decisions.
* **Token Listing on Exchanges:** List CRX tokens on major cryptocurrency exchanges to enhance liquidity and accessibility.

**Q1 2025:**

* Expansion of E-Commerce Features: **Introduce advanced features to the e-commerce platform,** including AI-driven product recommendations and loyalty programs.
* **Cross-Chain Compatibility Testing:** Begin testing cross-chain compatibility to allow Cortux to interact with other blockchains, increasing its versatility.
* **DAO Transition Preparation:** Lay the groundwork for transitioning Cortux to a fully decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) by the end of 2025.
* **Global Marketing Campaign:** Launch an extensive marketing campaign to increase global awareness and adoption of the Cortux platform and CRX token.