Linea's Token Unlocks Fund Ecosystem Growth, Not VC Cashouts
Linea's Token Unlocks Fund Ecosystem Growth, Not VC Cashouts
🔓 Zero VC Dumps
Linea's monthly token unlocks work differently than most crypto projects.
Unlike typical projects where 40-50% of unlocks go to VCs and teams who often sell immediately, Linea has zero VC or team allocation.
Instead, unlocked tokens become available to the Linea Consortium for ecosystem programs. Key points:
- Tokens don't have to be spent immediately
- Creates transparency for analysts tracking supply over 10 years
- Every unlock serves protocol and community growth
- No sell pressure from insiders or VCs
This structure supports Linea's broader tokenomics designed around ecosystem sustainability, including upcoming gas burns and native yield features that create buying pressure rather than selling pressure.
In this clip, @DeclanFox14 describes what actually happens with Linea's unlocks: Tokens become available to the consortium for ecosystem programs. They don't have to be spent. This creates transparency for analysts and investors who can track exact supply over our 10-year
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🎙️ Critical Web3 Discussion
**The SomETHing Podcast** is hosting a crucial discussion about creating aligned incentives in the web3 space. **Key Details:** - **Guests:** @orbmis, @mikednorman, and @BryanPetes from @shodai_network - **Topic:** Developing a playbook for aligned incentives and long-term conviction - **When:** Thursday, November 13th at 2:00 PM UTC - **Where:** Live on X & YouTube The conversation will focus on addressing critical needs in the web3 ecosystem around sustainable incentive structures.
🎮 Artefact Mint Goes Live
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🚀 Linea Exponent Reveals Top Contenders
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🔧 Linea Gas Estimation
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