Chain AI (CAI) Tokenomics
Token Overview
- Token Name: Chain AI
- Symbol: CAI
- Token Type: Utility & Governance
- Blockchain: EVM-compatible, multi-chain ready
- Total Token Supply: 100,000,000,000 CAI
- Initial Circulating Supply (TGE): 10,000,000,000 CAI (10%)
- Token Model: Fixed Supply + Emission Schedule
- Contract Type: Upgradeable module with governance control
The Chain AI tokenomics model is designed to incentivize participation, ensure long-term sustainability, and foster community-driven governance. The native token, CAI, serves multiple roles within the ecosystem, from powering agent execution to enabling governance, ensuring the platform remains decentralized, secure, and aligned with user interests.
Token Utility
The CAI token has a wide range of utilities that fuel the ecosystem:
- Powering AI Agents: CAI is used to pay for computation and other resources on the Chain AI network, enabling the execution of AI agents and other AI-related tasks.
- Staking & Governance: Users can stake their CAI tokens to participate in the governance of the Chain AI network. Stakers can vote on proposals, such as protocol upgrades and changes to the economic model.
- Data & AI Asset Marketplace: CAI is the primary currency of the DAT Marketplace, where users can buy and sell Data Anchoring Tokens (DATs) and other AI-related assets.
Incentives and Rewards
Chain AI will offer various incentives to encourage participation and growth of the ecosystem. These incentives may include:
- Staking Rewards: Users who stake their CAI tokens will receive a share of the network fees and other rewards.
- Liquidity Provision: Users who provide liquidity to the DAT Marketplace and other pools will be rewarded with CAI tokens.
- Data Contribution: Users who contribute data to the network will be rewarded with DATs, which can be traded on the marketplace for CAI tokens.
Token Distribution
The CAI token supply is fixed at 100,000,000,000 tokens. At Token Generation Event (TGE), 10,000,000,000 tokens (10%)will be in circulation. The remaining tokens are subject to vesting schedules designed to ensure long-term sustainability and alignment of incentives.
| Category | % | Tokens | TGE Unlock | Vesting Schedule | Circulating at TGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Sale | 5% | 5,000,000,000 | 100% | Fully unlocked at TGE | 5,000,000,000 |
| CEX Listing (Liquidity) | 5% | 5,000,000,000 | 100% | Fully unlocked at TGE | 5,000,000,000 |
| Community Incentives & User Growth | 30% | 30,000,000,000 | 0% | 3-month cliff, linear over 24 months | 0 |
| Ecosystem Fund | 20% | 20,000,000,000 | 0% | 6-month cliff, linear over 36 months | 0 |
| Advisors & Partners | 15% | 15,000,000,000 | 0% | 12-month cliff, linear over 24 months | 0 |
| Treasury | 15% | 15,000,000,000 | 0% | 12-month cliff, governance-controlled release | 0 |
| Marketing & Operations | 10% | 10,000,000,000 | 0% | 1-month cliff, linear vesting over 18 months | 0 |
Total Circulating Supply at TGE: 10,000,000,000 CAI (10%)
Economic Model
Value Accrual
The value of CAI is tied to the growth and adoption of the Chain AI network. As more users and developers deploy and use agents, the demand for CAI will increase, driving its value.
Sustainability & Long-Term Growth
The tokenomics of Chain AI are designed to ensure the long-term sustainability of the network. By aligning the incentives of all stakeholders, we aim to create a virtuous cycle of growth and innovation.
Chain AI Commitment
Chain AI is committed to creating a decentralized and democratic AI agent ecosystem. Our tokenomics are designed to empower our community and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.