Supply Schedule
Supply Schedule: Token Issuance Timeline
A supply schedule defines when and how many new tokens will be created over time. It's like a release calendar that shows exactly when new cryptocurrency will enter circulation.
A supply schedule is a predetermined plan that specifies the timing and quantity of new token issuance over time. This schedule provides transparency about future supply changes and inflation rates.
How Supply Schedules Work
Emission timeline defines specific dates or block heights when new tokens will be minted and distributed.
Quantity specification determines exact amounts of tokens to be issued during each emission period.
Distribution mechanisms allocate newly created tokens to various stakeholders including validators, developers, or community members.
[IMAGE: Supply schedule showing timeline of token emissions with quantities and distribution to different stakeholder groups]
Real-World Examples
- Bitcoin halving schedule reducing mining rewards every four years according to predetermined algorithm
- Ethereum staking rewards following planned issuance rates based on total amount staked
- Project token releases with vesting schedules for team, advisor, and investor allocations
Why Beginners Should Care
Inflation prediction through known supply schedules that enable calculating future inflation rates and token scarcity.
Investment timing considerations around major supply increases that may create selling pressure.
Economic planning for projects and investors who need to understand long-term token supply dynamics.
Related Terms: Token Supply, Vesting Schedule, Tokenomics, Inflation