ChainCatcher report: Polkadot has announced on X that its token issuance model upgrade has officially taken effect. This protocol update introduces several key adjustments, including setting the maximum supply of the native DOT token at 2.1 billion, with approximately 80% of tokens already issued. Additionally, the DOT issuance rate has been permanently reduced by about 53% and is planned to be further gradually lowered in the future. These adjustments were proposed by the community and approved through the OpenGov governance mechanism, aiming to limit long-term issuance while maintaining network incentives and providing a more transparent and predictable token issuance path for the market.
Polkadot Upgrades Token Model, Caps DOT Supply at 2.1 Billion
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Summary
Polkadot announced the launch of its new token model, revealing that the upgraded system is now live. The protocol has set a maximum DOT supply of 2.1 billion, with approximately 80% already issued. DOT issuance will immediately decrease by 53%, with additional reductions planned. These changes were proposed by the community and approved through OpenGov. The update aims to balance incentives while providing a clearer, more predictable path for token issuance, benefiting the market and future token listings.
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