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Sui Tokenomics and Community Trust
I’ve been following recent discussions around Sui’s tokenomics and wanted to get more clarity from the community. Specifically, how is the Sui team and ecosystem addressing concerns about large token unlocks (like the reported $128M unlock) and allegations of insider selloffs? What measures are in place to ensure transparency, maintain community trust, and support long-term price stability? For example, are there mechanisms such as lockup schedules, clear communication on token distribution, or initiatives to align incentives between early investors, developers, and the broader community? I’d love to hear how the community views these concerns and what reassurances exist to prevent market manipulation or erosion of confidence.
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7You can see that Sui tries to handle concerns about token unlocks and insider activity by keeping a transparent vesting plan where large releases, such as the $128M unlock, are announced in advance and follow a predictable schedule instead of surprising the market. Tokens for early contributors, investors, and the foundation are tied to lockups and gradual releases, which helps avoid sudden shocks, while communication around distribution is published openly so the community can track who receives what and when. To build trust, Sui also uses staking incentives and ecosystem funding to align long-term interests between developers, backers, and regular users, making it less attractive for insiders to dump tokens quickly. The community often debates these issues, but the project’s response has been to focus on clear schedules, public reporting, and incentive programs that support stability and growth. Read more: https://docs.sui.io/learn/tokenomics
You can trust that the Sui team manages large unlocks through published vesting schedules, lockup periods for insiders, and gradual releases to reduce sudden sell pressure. They address concerns by keeping distribution data public, responding to allegations with on-chain transparency, and aligning incentives through staking rewards, grants, and community programs. While some community members remain cautious, clear calendars and verifiable on-chain records help prevent manipulation and build confidence.
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