# Tokenomics

The $MESSA token will have a total supply of 1,000,000,000, with an initial circulating supply of 600,000,000. The distribution model is designed to ensure long-term sustainability, incentivize network participation, and cover operational costs through a transaction tax.

### Token Distribution

| Purpose           | Percentage | Vesting                                      | $MESSA Amount |
| ----------------- | ---------- | -------------------------------------------- | ------------- |
| Liquidity Pool    | 50%        | -                                            | 500,000,000   |
| Network Emissions | 20%        | Stored in the treasury until required        | 200,000,000   |
| CEX Liquidity     | 5%         | Stored in a Multi-Sig Safe                   | 50,000,000    |
| Treasury          | 5%         | Stored in a Multi-Sig Safe                   | 50,000,000    |
| Angel Investors   | 20%        | 50% at TGE, 50% linearly vested over 6 weeks | 200,000,000   |

### Transaction Tax

To ensure Messa’s long-term sustainability and development, a transaction tax will be applied to all $MESSA transactions. This tax will be utilized to:

* **Cover Operating Costs:** Supporting infrastructure, team operations, and ongoing platform development.
* **Maintain Ecosystem Health:** Allocating funds to grow and sustain decentralized infrastructure.

The tax mechanism ensures Messa remains operational, scalable, and beneficial to the community.