Economics
Identity-led allocation
When an account reaches the network-defined threshold for a unique verified identity, the protocol may unlock token minting to that account over time. The threshold is based on the network's score, tier and anti-Sybil rules; it is not a guarantee of an individual allocation.
The current working illustration is a 50-year accrual period with a quarterly sign-in activity check. An account that is not active pauses future minting until it again meets the protocol rules. The threshold, activity definition and duration can be changed by consensus.
Economics
Foundation allocation
Each 15-token VEID issuance batch is split between eligible active verified humans and DETIO FOUNDATION LTD: 14 tokens are allocated to eligible humans and 1 token is allocated to the Foundation-controlled genesis account. This is not an additional token on top of the 15-token issuance batch. The Foundation operates its websites and reference services, while VEID itself remains decentralised technology operated by participating validators rather than the Foundation.
The 1-in-15 Foundation genesis allocation is a governed policy parameter and can be updated through consensus in the future.
Economics
Staking remains, at a lower level
Validators and delegators continue to receive staking rewards for contributing to security. The proposed staking issuance is roughly 90% lower than in the previous model. Rates, commission, unbonding and slashing terms are governed parameters; they are not fixed yield or return promises.
Economics
Governance, not a central operator
The Foundation does not operate a central VEID identity service. VEID is protocol technology that eligible validators can join and operate under the network rules. Consensus governs economic parameters, including the identity threshold, user-allocation terms, Foundation ratio and staking schedule.
Economics
How to read this model
This is the proposed model for the January 2027 launch window, not a token offer or a promise of allocation. Final parameters and any later amendments should be checked against published governance decisions.
Economics
Proposed parameters at a glance
- Identity allocation: network-defined unique-identity threshold
- Activity: illustrative quarterly sign-in requirement
- Accrual horizon: illustrative 50 years
- Per 15 issued through VEID: 14 to eligible humans, 1 to the Foundation genesis account
- Staking issuance: proposed at roughly 90% lower than the prior model
- All parameters: amendable through consensus