# CROSSAI Tokenomics

#### CROSSAI Token Supply & Distribution

The native utility token of zkCross Network is called **$CROSSAI**. $CROSSAI is integral to the ecosystem, serving multiple purposes across the zkCross Network. The total supply of **$CROSSAI** is capped at **2.1 billion tokens**, ensuring a finite supply that supports the growth and scaling of zkCross Network.

A portion of the total **$CROSSAI** supply will be unlocked and available at the time of the **Token Generation Event (TGE)**, with the remaining supply being unlocked progressively over time through vesting schedules and rewards, supporting the sustainable growth of the platform.

**Total Supply Breakdown:**

* **Total Supply**: 2,100,000,000 CROSSAI tokens
* **Unlocked at TGE**: 4.9% (excluding liquidity) of the total supply will be made available to the public at the time of launch, with other allocations vesting over a defined schedule.
* **Vesting Schedule**: Certain portions of the supply, such as core contributors, advisors and treasury, will vest over 4 years to ensure long-term commitment and stability.

**Token Distribution Breakdown:**

The token supply is divided into various categories to serve different functions within the zkCross ecosystem. These categories are essential to support product development, incentivise network participation, and ensure liquidity within the system.

<figure><img src="/files/yJFHpIA0JncT9YyEJsHd" alt=""><figcaption><p>$CROSSAI Token Distribution Breakdown</p></figcaption></figure>

* **Early Backers:** 3.5% of the total supply
* **Private Sale**: 11% of the total supply
* **Public Sale**: 9.5% of the total supply
* **Treasury:** 23% of the total supply
* **Community Campaigns:** 10% of the total supply
* **Ecosystem Growth:** 10% of the total supply
* **Liquidity:** 10% of the total supply
* **Core Contributors & Team**: 18% of the total supply
* **Advisors**: 5% of the total supply (used for ecosystem development, strategic partnerships, and other initiatives)

This structure ensures the balanced and gradual release of tokens into circulation, reducing inflationary pressures while aligning long-term incentives for users, stakeholders, and contributors.

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#### CROSSAI Token Emission Schedule

The emission schedule of $CROSSAI is designed to align with the long-term growth and sustainability of the zkCross Network. Token emissions are carefully calculated to ensure gradual liquidity introduction while incentivising network participants.

<figure><img src="/files/LAiafF362FsmMm9q5Heo" alt=""><figcaption><p>$CROSSAI Token Emission Schedule</p></figcaption></figure>

**Emission Schedule Highlights**:

* **Initial Token Unlock at TGE (excluding liquidity)**: 4.9% (102,900,000).
* **Year 1 and 2:** Higher emissions to initiate community campaigns, reward early participants, and support ecosystem growth.
* **Year 3 and 4:** Reduced emissions for long-term sustainability, with a focus on Ecosystem Growth and Liquidity Incentives.

Here is a detailed breakdown of CROSSAI Token Distribution along with Cliff and Vesting Schedule:

**Detailed Vesting Schedule Breakdown**

<table><thead><tr><th width="187">Name</th><th width="113">At TGE</th><th width="81">Cliff</th><th width="91">Vesting</th><th width="102">Supply (%)</th><th>Supply</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Early Backers</td><td>10%</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>3.5%</td><td>73,500,000</td></tr><tr><td>Private Round</td><td>15%</td><td>0</td><td>8</td><td>11%</td><td>231,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Public Round</td><td>20%</td><td>0</td><td>6</td><td>9.5%</td><td>199,500,000</td></tr><tr><td>Treasury</td><td>0%</td><td>6</td><td>36</td><td>23%</td><td>483,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Community Campaigns</td><td>10%</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>10%</td><td>210,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Ecosystem Growth</td><td>0%</td><td>0</td><td>24</td><td>10%</td><td>210,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Liquidity</td><td>20%</td><td>0</td><td>12</td><td>10%</td><td>210,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Core Contributors &#x26; Team</td><td>0%</td><td>12</td><td>36</td><td>18%</td><td>378,000,000</td></tr><tr><td>Advisors</td><td>0%</td><td>12</td><td>36</td><td>5%</td><td>105,000,000</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Total</strong></td><td><strong>5.6%</strong></td><td></td><td></td><td><strong>100%</strong></td><td><strong>2,100,000,000</strong></td></tr></tbody></table>


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