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# Token Vesting

Token vesting is a crucial mechanism after a token sale or Initial DEX Offering (IDO) that helps ensure the long-term success and stability of a token. By implementing vesting, early investors are unable to immediately dump their tokens on the market, which can cause volatility and negatively impact the token's value. Instead, vesting schedules distribute tokens over a longer period, allowing for a more gradual and controlled release into the market.

In the case of 3VERSE's token, implementing a vesting schedule will provide several benefits. First, it will help prevent large amounts of tokens from being sold at once, which can create downward pressure on the token's price. Second, it will incentivize long-term holding and discourage short-term speculation, as tokens will only become fully unlocked after a certain period of time.

Overall, token vesting is an important and effective tool for ensuring the success and sustainability of a token, and the implementation of vesting for VERS will help ensure a strong and stable market for the token over the long term.

| Type                    | Vesting Period | Additional Info |
| ----------------------- | -------------- | --------------- |
| IDO (Public Sale)       | TBA            | TBA             |
| Presale (Private Round) | TBA            | TBA             |
|                         |                |                 |
|                         |                |                 |