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# Tokenomics

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### $OS Token Overview

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

### Token Utility

$OS tokens serve multiple functions within the ecosystem. They're earned through contributions, used for governance voting, and required for premium infrastructure services.

[Learn More Revenue Models](/overview/revenue-models.md)

### Supply Distribution

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#### *40% - Liquidity Provision*

***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

### Vesting Philosophy

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.

### Deflationary Mechanics

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