ARC (ARC) Tokenomics

The native cryptocurrency for the AI Rig Complex (ARC) framework is the ARC token. Ai Rig Complex is an open-source framework built in Rust for developing scalable, modular, and ergonomic AI-powered applications and deploying AI agents. The token's economic model is designed to balance supply and demand while incentivizing participation within the ecosystem.

Issuance Mechanism

The ARC token was launched this year through a fair launch mechanism.

• Initial Circulation: A significant portion of the supply, 90% of the total supply, was circulating from the start, indicating a high initial distribution intended to ensure fair distribution and community alignment.
• Prize Pools: 5% of the total token supply was allocated for prize pools, which serve as a mechanism for rewarding participants and driving engagement.

Specific details regarding the total maximum supply or a continuous block-by-block issuance schedule (like inflation rates) are not publicly available.

Allocation Mechanism

While a detailed breakdown of the token allocation across all categories (e.g., team, investors, treasury) is not publicly disclosed, the available information highlights the following allocations:

• Circulating Supply: 90% of the total supply was circulating from the start.
• Prize Pools: 5% of the supply was allocated for prize pools.

The token's economic model is generally structured to incentivize participation and ensure long-term viability, although specific figures for market cap and circulating supply are not publicly available.

Usage and Incentive Mechanism

The ARC token is positioned as more than just a medium of exchange; it is a tool that powers the ecosystem and fosters innovation.

Core Utility and Usage

The primary uses of the ARC token include:

• Payment for Services: Users can pay for goods and services within the ecosystem.
• Investment: Users can invest in creative projects built on the platform.
• Ecosystem Participation: The token enables participation in the ecosystem's growth.
• Transaction Efficiency: The ARC token facilitates Smart Order Routing, which optimizes transaction execution across various blockchain networks, reducing latency and transaction costs.
• Powering Technology: ARC is central to the platform's innovative offerings, including the ARC Virtual Machine (AVM), which is noted for its high speed and interoperability with other Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) chains.

Incentive Mechanisms

Incentives are structured to drive engagement and adoption:

• Airdrops: Users can earn ARC through airdrops, which are strategic initiatives designed to reward users and expand the community. The airdrops are expected to distribute a significant portion of ARC tokens to eligible participants, incentivizing early adopters and loyal users.
• Dropgames: Participation in "dropgames" is another mechanism through which users can earn ARC.
• Liquidity Provision: The team is actively vetting project proposals from developers building apps using the framework. Approved agent projects may receive a liquidity pool paired with ARC, which serves as an incentive for quality development and ecosystem growth.
• Trading: Users can acquire and trade ARC on decentralized exchanges (DEXs) and centralized exchanges (CEXs) like OKX and Bitget.

Locking Mechanism and Unlocking Time

Specific details regarding formal locking mechanisms (vesting schedules for team, investors, or advisors) and precise unlocking times are not publicly available.

However, the token was launched with 90% of the supply circulating from the start, suggesting a limited initial lock-up for the majority of the tokens. The team has hinted at a phased rollout for the airdrop to ensure maximum participation and fairness, but specific dates for the airdrop have not been officially announced.