Tokenomics

The Backbone of Plyaz: The PLY Token

The PLYZ token is the backbone of the Plyaz ecosystem, fostering seamless interactions between athletes, fans, and investors. Functioning as a utility, governance, and reward token, PLYZ aligns all stakeholders in creating a decentralized sports economy. Below, we break down the mechanics, distribution, and utility of the PLYZ token, ensuring a clear understanding of its value proposition and economic model.

1. Total Token Supply

  • Fixed Supply: 1 billion PLYZ tokens

  • Ensures scarcity, supporting long-term value appreciation.

  • Inspired by deflationary models like Bitcoin to maintain demand.

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2. Token Distribution

PLYZ token allocation prioritizes fairness, sustainability, and long-term growth across four key categories:

a. Public Issuance (40%) - 400M PLYZ

  • Fair launch to ensure broad accessibility.

  • Gradual release over 5 years via a halving issuance schedule to manage inflation:

Year

% of Total Supply

Tokens Released

Cumulative Release

Year 1

12%

120M PLYZ

120M (30% of Public Issuance)

Year 2

10%

100M PLYZ

220M (55% of Public Issuance)

Year 3

8%

80M PLYZ

300M (75% of Public Issuance)

Year 4

6%

60M PLYZ

360M (90% of Public Issuance)

Year 5

4%

40M PLYZ

400M (100% of Public Issuance)

b. Private Allocation (30%) - 300M PLYZ

Breakdown:

  1. Private Sale (15%)

    • Purpose: Fund platform development, marketing, and operations.

    • Investors: Strategic partners, VCs, and angel investors.

    • Use of Funds:

      • 40% Development (MVP, smart contracts, blockchain infra)

      • 30% Marketing (global campaigns, influencer partnerships)

      • 20% Operations (team salaries, legal, admin)

      • 10% Reserve (contingencies and growth initiatives)

  2. Team & Advisors (10%)

    • Vesting: 25% unlocks after 1 year, remaining 75% vests monthly over 2 years.

    • Ensures long-term commitment and alignment.

  3. Treasury Reserve (5%)

    • Governance-controlled for future initiatives, partnerships, and expansions.

    • Funds ecosystem growth, new features, and athlete campaigns.

c. Staking & Ecosystem Reserve (30%) - 300M PLYZ

  • Locked for 6 months, then released incrementally.

  • Used for staking rewards, liquidity incentives, and user participation.

3. Utility of the PLYZ Token

PLYZ fuels multiple interactions within the Plyaz ecosystem, ensuring strong demand and engagement:

a. Funding Athlete Campaigns

  • Fans invest in athletes via career tokens.

  • Athletes use PLYZ for marketing tools, analytics, and promotions.

b. Exclusive Content & Rewards

  • Fans earn PLYZ for voting, staking, and event participation.

  • Unlock premium content: behind-the-scenes footage, meet-and-greets, athlete Q&A sessions.

c. Governance Participation

  • Token holders vote on major decisions:

    • Featured athletes

    • Platform upgrades & fee structures

    • New partnerships

d. Athlete-Branded Merchandise & NFTs

  • Purchase limited-edition NFTs, signed jerseys, collectibles.

  • Fractional ownership allows fans to co-own sports memorabilia.

e. Cross-Platform Utility

  • Partnerships with sports leagues & Web3 platforms.

  • Discounts on tickets, merchandise, and event access.

4. Staking & Rewards: Beyond Passive Income

Staking in Plyaz unlocks immersive experiences for fans and investors, integrating fantasy leagues, NFTs, and real-world rewards.

a. Tiered Staking System

Tier

Minimum Stake

APY

Rewards & Access

Bronze

Low

5%

Early access to weekly fantasy leagues

Silver

Moderate

8%

Premium leagues, athlete Q&A, exclusive content

Gold

High

12%

VIP meet-and-greets, early NFT access, monthly airdrops

b. Fantasy Leagues: Gamifying Engagement

  • Stake PLYZ tokens to enter.

  • Track performance, and earn rewards.

  • Prizes include bonus PLYZ, exclusive NFTs, discounts.

c. Airdrops: Rewarding Loyalty

  • Distributed based on staking tiers.

  • Includes rare NFTs, limited-edition merch, and bonus PLYZ.

d. Real-World Prizes

  • Signed jerseys, VIP tickets, exclusive training sessions.

  • Bridges digital & physical experiences for fans.

e. Token Locks to Reduce Circulating Supply

  • Staked tokens are locked for fixed durations, ensuring scarcity and price stability.

5. Inflation & Supply Management

a. Managing Inflation

  • Initial annual inflation: 12%, reducing via halving schedule.

  • Staking & governance rewards counteract dilution.

b. Avoiding Dilution

  • Vesting schedules prevent market dumps.

  • Gradual token release maintains fairness & decentralization.

6. Transparency & Trust

  • On-Chain Tracking: All token distributions, vesting schedules, and usage metrics are public.

  • Regular Audits: Ensuring compliance and community trust.

  • Decentralized Governance: Community-driven decision-making.

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