# REPOnomics

$REPO is the native governance token of the REPO Protocol, designed to facilitate decentralized repository tokenization, management and coordination. The token enables holders to participate in protocol governance, access platform features, and benefit from network growth.

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### [Token Utility](https://repofi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/reponomics/token-utility)

$REPO serves as both a governance and utility token within the RepoDAO ecosystem, granting holders access to exclusive financial and participatory benefits. Beyond governance, $REPO provides tangible incentives, such as revenue sharing, priority funding access, and staking rewards for securing the network. By actively engaging with the protocol, holders can unlock premium services, contribute to RepoDAOs, and influence the strategic direction of the ecosystem.
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### [Token Distribution](https://repofi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/reponomics/token-distribution)

The $REPO token distribution is designed to foster long-term ecosystem growth, security, and sustainability. With a total supply of 1 billion tokens, allocations prioritize community incentives, ecosystem development, and protocol sustainability. Key distributions include validation rewards, strategic initiatives, and liquidity provision, ensuring a balanced and well-supported token economy.
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### [**Value Accrual Mechanisms**](https://repofi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/reponomics/value-accrual-mechanisms)

Protocol Revenue generates value for the REPO treasury through diverse income sources, ensuring sustainable growth. These include transaction fees, RepoDAO launch fees, infrastructure usage fees, and Protocol-Owned Liquidity (POL). The treasury further benefits from protocol fee revenue, staking yields, strategic asset holdings, and revenue-sharing agreements with RepoDAO.
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### [Token Release Schedule](https://repofi.gitbook.io/whitepaper/reponomics/token-release-schedule)

This tokenomics structure ensures a balanced approach to growth and security. With an initial liquidity provision unlock and a staged vesting schedule for early backers, the system supports sustainable development. Ongoing distributions include monthly community incentives, quarterly treasury grants, and performance-based rewards, all designed to foster long-term ecosystem health.
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