QST Tokenomics & Supply Model
Overview
QST is the native utility token of the QuStream ecosystem, powering staking, encryption services, governance, and network security. Its tokenomics model ensures fair distribution, long-term sustainability, and incentivized participation.
QuStream was launched on Pump.fun to ensure a fair and decentralized distribution without the influence of private pre-sales or venture capital dominance.
This guide covers:
🔹 Total Token Supply & Distribution
🔹 Token Emission Schedule
🔹 Staking & Rewards Model
🔹 Revenue Sharing & Buyback Strategy
Total Token Supply & Distribution
The total supply of QST is 1 Billion (1,000,000,000) tokens, allocated as follows:
| Category | Allocation | Lock-up & Vesting | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Sale (Pump.fun) | 65% (650M QST) | No lock-up | Fair distribution via launch platform |
| Team Allocation | 15% (150M QST) | Locked 1 year, then vested over 3 years | Core team incentives, long-term alignment |
| Foundation Reserve | 10% (100M QST) | Locked 1 year | Treasury for buybacks, liquidity, and ecosystem growth |
| Investors | 10% (100M QST) | Locked 6 months | Early backers and ecosystem growth |
Why This Model?
✔ Fair Launch: Majority of supply was distributed publicly via Pump.fun.
✔ Team & Investor Locks: Prevents immediate sell pressure, ensuring long-term stability.
✔ Foundation Funds: Ensures ecosystem expansion and sustainability.
Learn More → Where to Buy QST?
Token Emission Schedule
To sustain long-term rewards, QST follows a gradually decreasing token emission model:
🔹 Initial Token Emission: 8% in Year 1.
🔹 Final Token Emission: 1.5% in Year 10.
🔹 New QST Minted: Reduces annually to control supply growth.
🔹 Total Supply Increases Over Time: QST emissions decrease but accumulate over years.
Annual QST Emission Model
| Year | Token Emission Rate | New QST Minted | Total QST Supply |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8.00% | 80M QST | 1.08B QST |
| 2 | 7.22% | 77.2M QST | 1.16B QST |
| 5 | 4.89% | 68.9M QST | 1.37B QST |
| 10 | 1.50% | 55M QST | 1.67B QST |
Emission Model Goals:
✔ Incentivize early adopters with higher rewards.
✔ Gradually reduce supply growth to prevent inflationary risks.
✔ Create a long-term sustainable staking model.
Learn More → Staking & Rewards
Staking Rewards & Distribution
Node operators secure the QuStream network through staking-based incentives.
| Node Type | Staking Requirement | Annual QST Rewards (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Validator Nodes | 200,000 QST | ~110,000 QST per year (Year 10) |
| Encryption Nodes | 200,000 QST | ~110,000 QST per year (Year 10) |
🔹 Staking rewards decrease annually following the emission schedule.
🔹 Rewards are paid out every 3 days to maintain a steady income stream.
🔹 Validators can accept delegated staking, increasing potential rewards.
🔹 Encryption nodes receive higher revenue share but no delegation.
Learn More → Node Rewards & Incentives
Revenue Sharing & Buyback Strategy
To enhance token stability and long-term demand, QST features a revenue-sharing model:
✔ 60% of network revenue is distributed to node operators.
✔ 10% of revenue is allocated to buybacks and the foundation reserve.
✔ 30% funds QuStream operations, ensuring continuous network development.
Learn More → Revenue Sharing Model
Conclusion
QST’s fairly distributed tokenomics model ensures sustainability, fair rewards, and strong network incentives. By aligning staking, token emission control, and revenue distribution, QST remains a foundational asset for QuStream’s ecosystem.
Next Steps
- Learn How Revenue Sharing Works
- Explore QST Staking & Delegation
- Check Where to Buy QST