> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.gainzswap.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.gainzswap.xyz/tokenomics/usdgainz-token.md). # $GAINZ Token $Gainz is the **native reward and bootstrap liquidity** token for GainzSwap — a critical component in aligning incentives, facilitating governance, and ensuring sustainable growth within the EDU Chain ecosystem. The total supply is **21,000,000 $Gainz**, with a carefully designed emission schedule that decreases over time. ## Overview * **Token Name:** $Gainz * **Total Supply:** 21,000,000 * **Emission Model:** Deflationary, distributed primarily to liquidity stakers (via GToken). * **Key Utilities:** * Protocol Fees Payment (buy & burn mechanism) * Governance rights (when staked via liquidity pools / GToken) * Security deposit for projects ILOs (via GToken) * Incentivizing liquidity, user engagement, bounties, and quests ## Distribution Breakdown

### Primary Allocation of 21 Million $Gainz The total mint of **21 000 000 $Gainz** is split into four main buckets. The **Ecosystem Distribution** (65%) is held in the $Gainz token contract and programmatically allocated according to the rules below.

Category	% of Total	Amount (Tokens)	Notes
Ecosystem Distribution	65%	13 650 000	Held in‑contract and emitted per protocol rules
Liquidity Incentive	18%	3 780 000	Stablecoin or $EDU pool(s) to bootstrap new and critical pairs with $Gainz token
Public Sale	7%	1 470 000	Strategic community sale for Council SFTs (council members)
Strategic Investments	10%	2 100 000	Partnerships, grants, ecosystem expansion
Protocol & Core Team	—	(see Ecosystem)	Allocated from Ecosystem Distribution through a decay function

### Ecosystem Distribution (13 650 000 $Gainz) This 65% tranche is controlled by the $Gainz token contract and dispensed automatically through a decay function:

Sub‑Category	% of Ecosystem	Amount (Tokens)	Mechanism
Staking Rewards	70%	9 555 000	Emitted to GToken holders, throttled by real‑time $dEDU supply (see below)
Liquidity Incentives	15%	2 047 500	Bootstrap liquidity for external projects’ pools and select pair incentives
Bounties, Airdrops & Quests	5%	682 500	Community engagement, marketing campaigns, and special event rewards
Team & Protocol	10%	1 365 000	Emitted following the decay function.

### **Staking Rewards Throttled by $dEDU Supply** * The **Staking Rewards** pool (9 555 000 $Gainz) is distributed to GToken holders (liquidity stakers). * However, the **actual emission rate** at any given time is **dependent on the circulating supply of $dEDU**, as enforced by the Governance contract via the $dEDU contract. * **More $dEDU → higher staking emissions**; **less $dEDU → lower emissions**, ensuring that rewards scale with community participation and liquidity growth. ### How It Works in Practice 1. **Upfront Allocations**\ All allocations, except **Ecosystem Distribution**, are distributed and held in separate addresses pending when they will be used for their purpose. 2. **Ecosystem Distribution Lockup**\ All 13.65 M tokens reside in the $Gainz contract. They are not released upfront but emitted per the above schedule. 3. **Automated Emissions** * **Staking rewards** flow to GToken balances each second, dynamically adjusted by the on‑chain $dEDU supply. * **Liquidity incentives**, **bounties**, and **team** are released based on the decay function following certain milestone triggers. 4. **Supply Cap & Deflation**\ Once the 21 M cap is reached, no new $Gainz can be emitted. Meanwhile, protocol fees are used to **supply the decay function**, creating a sustainable ecosystem tokens distribution. This two‑tiered distribution model aligns long‑term value accrual with active community participation, rewarding those who stake, delegate (via $dEDU), and contribute to GainzSwap’s liquidity and governance. ## Utility & Governance ### Governance * **Staking $Gainz via GToken:**\ Liquidity providers who stake their LP tokens receive **GToken**, which entitles them to governance rights. Because $Gainz is distributed to GToken holders, it indirectly grants greater say in protocol proposals to those most invested in the ecosystem. * **ILO Listings**\ Only GTokens having $Gainz liquidity pools can be used as security deposits for creating ILO listings. Though all tokens listed on GainzSwap becomes governance tokens through GToken, only $Gainz will have the power to influence new token listings. * **Protocol Upgrades & Decisions:**\ Future on-chain voting mechanisms may use staked $Gainz (or GToken) balances to determine voting power, enabling a **community-centric decision process**. ### Protocol Fees & Buy-Burn * **Swap Fee Payments in $Gainz:**\ A portion (or all) of the fees collected from trading on GainzSwap are used to **purchase and burn $Gainz**, creating a **deflationary pressure** that benefits long-term holders. * **Long-Term Sustainability:**\ This buy-and-burn model aligns platform growth with token value, reducing sell pressure and fostering a more balanced supply-demand dynamic. ### Incentives & Rewards * **Liquidity Mining:**\ Stakers of GToken (which represents locked LP tokens) receive $Gainz emissions proportionate to their share. * **Bootstrap Liquidity**\ To foster ecosystem wide growth, GainzSwap will support projects, through governance, with liquidity allocation from token distribution (see Ecosystem Distribution above) * **Bounties, Airdrops, & Quests:**\ A percentage of $Gainz is reserved for marketing, development bounties, and quest-based user engagement. This encourages active participation and user-driven innovation. *** ## Putting It All Together $Gainz is engineered to: 1. **Reward Positive Action:** Users who contribute liquidity or engage with the protocol can earn $Gainz, creating a virtuous cycle of expansion. 2. **Empower Governance:** $Gainz fosters a community-led environment where those contributing the most hold the most influence. 3. **Protect Long-Term Value:** Through daily emission reductions and a robust buy-and-burn mechanism, the protocol safeguards against uncontrolled inflation. 4. **Expand the EDU Chain Ecosystem:** A portion of $Gainz is dedicated to partnerships, bounties, and quests, driving growth beyond just GainzSwap. Whether you’re a liquidity provider, a project partner, or simply a trader intrigued by the potential of DeFi on the EDU Chain ecosystem, $Gainz offers both **tangible incentives** and **long-term strategic value**. 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