Tokenomics
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The $OS token powers the OpenSource ecosystem as both a payment mechanism and governance tool. With a fixed supply of 100 million tokens, it creates sustainable economics for long-term growth.
Token Specifications:
Symbol: $OS
Total Supply: 100 Million
Standard: ERC-20
Network: Base
Decimals: 18
$OS tokens serve multiple functions within the ecosystem. They're earned through contributions, used for governance voting, and required for premium infrastructure services.
60% - Strategic Reserves
Contributor Rewards (17%)
Linear release over 60 months
Funds automatic PR merge rewards
DAO Treasury (20%)
6-month cliff followed by 48-month linear unlock
Community-governed allocation
Ecosystem growth initiatives
Ecosystem Development (8%)
12-month cliff with quarterly releases over 6 years
Platform development and infrastructure
Core team operations and server costs
CEX Reserve (5%)
Managed release for exchange listings
Market making and liquidity provision
Multi-sig controlled with DAO oversight
Strategic Partnerships (4%)
Performance-based releases with 12-month minimum locks
Enterprise integrations and alliances
Milestone-based distribution
Hackathon & Bounties (3%)
Available for events and competitions
Security bounties and bug rewards
Community engagement programs
Early Adopter Incentives (3%)
Rewards for initial platform developers
Activity-based distribution
Community bootstrapping
Token distribution follows a multi-year vesting schedule designed to align long-term incentives. Immediate liquidity ensures trading while strategic reserves unlock gradually to support sustainable growth.
Built-in burn mechanism removes tokens from circulation with platform activity:
Repository creation and code commits trigger burns
Funded by revenue streams and designated reserves
Creates natural scarcity through usage