VeChain (VET)

Understanding VeChain's utility token, VET

VET Characteristics	Details
Type	Native Coin
Precision	18 decimal places
Total supply	86,712,634,466

Native Coin: The Backbone of VeChainThor

A native coin is the primary cryptocurrency inherent to a specific blockchain network. As VeChainThor's native coin, VET serves as the fundamental unit of value and plays multiple crucial roles within the ecosystem:

• Medium of Exchange: Facilitates value transfer within the network.

• Store of Value: Acts as a digital asset that can appreciate or depreciate in value.

• Utility Token: Enables access to various features and services on the VeChainThor blockchain.

• Governance Mechanism: VET holders can participate in network governance decisions.

VET's High Divisibility: 18 Decimal Places

VET's high divisibility, with 18 decimal places, offers several advantages:

• Micropayments: Enables extremely small transactions, crucial for many blockchain applications.

• Precision: Allows for exact value representation in various use cases.

• Scalability: Supports a wide range of transaction sizes, from tiny micropayments to large transfers.

• Future-proofing: Provides room for value appreciation without limiting usability.

The smallest unit of VET, similar to Bitcoin's Satoshi, and just like in Ethereum, is called 'wei': 1 VET = 1,000,000,000,000,000,000 wei (10^18 wei).

This high divisibility makes VET particularly suitable for:

• Internet of Things (IoT) applications

• Micro-incentivization in sustainability initiatives

• Precise value allocation in complex supply chain scenarios

Total Supply: Fixed at 86,712,634,466 VET

The total supply of VET is fixed, meaning no new tokens will ever be created. This fixed supply model offers several benefits:

• Scarcity: Creates a deflationary aspect to the token economics.

• Predictability: Allows for more accurate long-term economic modeling.

• Transparency: Provides clarity to users and investors about the token's distribution.

• Value Proposition: Can potentially drive value appreciation as demand increases against a fixed supply.

Implications of a Fixed Supply

• Long-term Value: As adoption grows, the fixed supply could lead to appreciation in VET's value.

• Economic Stability: Prevents inflationary pressures that come with an ever-increasing supply.

• Trust: Builds confidence among users and investors due to the predictable token economics.

By combining high divisibility with a fixed total supply, VET is designed to serve as a versatile and sustainable utility token within the VeChainThor ecosystem. This design supports a wide range of applications, from microtransactions in IoT devices to large-scale enterprise solutions, while maintaining a stable and predictable economic model.