🪙Tokenomics

$WALNUT Token Overview

The $WALNUT token functions as the primary utility and governance token within the WalNut Shield ecosystem:

  • Total Supply: 1,000,000,000 $WALNUT

  • Tax: 0%

  • Blockchain: Binance Smart Chain (BSC)

Token Utility

$WALNUT tokens serve multiple functions within the ecosystem:

  • Access: Required for utilizing DePIN utilities and premium security features

  • Staking: Enables participation in Node Pools and earning operational rewards

  • Governance: Grants voting rights proportional to holdings in DAO decisions

  • API Access: Controls usage limits for developer integrations

Tokenomics Sustainability

The WalNut Shield tokenomics model implements several mechanisms to ensure long-term sustainability:

  • Burn Mechanism: A portion of network fees is used to buy back and burn $WALNUT tokens, creating deflationary pressure

  • Reward Halving: Node rewards follow a halving schedule to extend token emission over time

  • Usage-Based Pricing: Service fees adjust based on network utilization to balance accessibility and sustainability

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