Pharos releases PROS tokenomics, with a 6% airdrop and zero inflation in the first six months before staking

Layer 1 blockchain Pharos announced its native token PROS tokenomics framework on April 21. The total supply of PROS is 1 billion tokens, including a 6% airdrop. Both the core team and investors are subject to a lock-up of 12 months plus linear release over 36 months. The staking inflation policy is divided into two phases: for the first six months before the mainnet launch it is 0%, from the seventh month onward it is 5% per year, after which the foundation adjusts it dynamically based on network operations.

PROS Genesis Supply Allocation Overview

Pharos uses a structured token issuance framework, aiming to reduce short-term supply pressure and promote long-term development:

Foundation Treasury: 16%, with the lock-up period extended to as long as 48-60 months

Lab Co. Treasury: 9%, adopting an extended vesting period

Core Team: 20%, 12 months locked + 36 months linear release

Investors (Private Placement): 20%, 12 months locked + 36 months linear release

Ecosystem and Community: 21%, including a 6% airdrop (1% unlocked at TGE, 5% reserved for future community growth)

Node and Liquidity Incentives: 14%

During the TGE period, only part of the genesis tokens are expected to enter circulation, while the rest will be unlocked gradually according to the published issuance plan.

PROS Token Utility: From Transaction Fees to RWA-Specific Applications

PROS serves multiple functions within the Pharos network. At the base network level, it acts as the payment medium for transaction fees and on-chain execution costs, and as adoption increases, it may perform partial token burn to create deflationary pressure. In terms of security and governance, PROS protects network security through PoS staking, and as a governance token it allows holders to propose and vote on network upgrades and ecosystem initiatives.

At the RWA application layer, potential specific uses for PROS include stablecoin collateral, prioritized access to financial primitives, and using staked RWA for network security (subject to future governance decisions). This design differentiates Pharos from most general-purpose Layer 1 blockchains by making institutional-grade financial applications its core objective.

Staking Inflation Policy: The Logic of a Phased Design

Pharos adopts a phased staking issuance policy. For the first six months after the mainnet goes live, the staking inflation rate is 0%, aiming to maintain early supply discipline and avoid unnecessary dilution pressure during the price discovery phase. Starting from the seventh month, the annual inflation rate is set at 5% to introduce a sustainable security budget for validator incentives and long-term ecosystem expansion. After that, the foundation may dynamically adjust the inflation rate based on staking participation levels, the need for validator incentives, and the state of overall ecosystem development.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pharos, and how does it differ in positioning from other Layer 1s?

Pharos is a high-performance Layer 1 public blockchain that uses a PoS consensus mechanism, focused on real-world financial applications (RWA), stablecoin infrastructure, and a payment-grade on-chain experience. Its clear design orientation toward RWA differentiates it from most general-purpose Layer 1 blockchains. The mainnet officially launched on December 12, 2025.

How exactly will the 6% PROS airdrop be released?

The 6% community airdrop is a subset of the 21% ecosystem and community allocation. Of this, 1% will be unlocked immediately at TGE (token generation event), and 5% will be reserved for future community growth plans and airdrop incentives. The specific release schedule will be announced based on subsequent community planning.

Why adopt a zero-inflation transition to a phased design that reaches 5% annualized?

Pharos believes that token issuance should reflect the network’s development stages: the initial 0% inflation maintains supply discipline, reduces dilution impact on early holders, and provides sufficient room for price discovery in the market. The 5% annual inflation introduced after the seventh month provides a sustainable source of funds to support validator incentives and the network’s long-term security; the balance between the two is the core logic of the entire framework design.