LayerZero Tokenomics

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ZRO Overview & Token Details

Explore LayerZero $ZRO tokenomics, powering secure cross-chain message transfer with decentralized oracles and relayers for seamless blockchain interoperability.

Ticker
$ZRO
Listing Price
$1
Total Supply
1,000,000,000
Niche
  • Blockchain
TGE Date
2024-06-19
Tier 2
Tokenomics
Economy
Audit
Tokenomics
Audited
Investor
Information

Tokenomics Rating

Rank
#1106
Percentile
Top 56%
8
4
4
Economic Policies
73.83
Investment & Valuation
72.31
Utility & Value Flow
-
Liquidity & Market Making
-
Distribution Fairness
30.75

Tokenomics Structure (Token Supply, Allocation & Vesting Overview)

Allocation Distribution

Pool Name
Percentage
Vesting Information
Strategic Partners32.20%12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
Core Contributors25.50%12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
Community16.50%100.0% at TGE
Ecosystem & Growth9.50%12 Month Cliff, 36 Month Linear Vesting
Airdrop8.50%100.0% at TGE
Tokens Repurchased4.00%12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
Future Initiatives3.80%12 Month Cliff, 36 Month Linear Vesting
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Category Score
30.75out of 100
Percentile
Top 85%

Allocation Distribution Indicators

Highlights
1
Warnings
1
Alerts
1

Distribution Fairness

Token Allocation Benchmarks (vs Top Projects)

Token Allocation Deviation Analysis

Deviation Status

Public Sale
-7.8%
Medium
Community
-0.9%
Low
Foundation
-15.5%
High
Insiders
+7.3%
Medium
Investors
+16.9%
High

Token Allocation Deviation Analysis

This section evaluates how LayerZero allocates its token supply compared to leading Blockchain projects. It measures deviation across key stakeholder groups and determines whether the allocation aligns with proven benchmarks. The analysis helps assess whether ZRO follows a fair and balanced distribution structure or introduces concentration risks.

Overall Deviation Status

Medium

Category Score
out of 100
Percentile

Governance Indicators

Highlights
3
Warnings
1
Alerts
1

Token Power

Token Governance Concentration Analysis

This section analyzes who holds actual control over the LayerZero circulating supply year over year, with a focus on early stages where governance risk is highest. It assesses whether the governance power of ZRO is centralized or decentralized, and flags any dominance by insiders or investors.

Token Control Status

Launch
Decentralized
Year 1
Decentralized
Year 2
Semi-Centralized
Year 3
Centralized
Year 4
Centralized

Insider Dominance Test

Passed

Investor Dominance Test

Passed

Category Score
58.51out of 100
Percentile
Top 36%

Inflation Indicators

Highlights
2
Warnings
2
Alerts
0

Emission Type

Circulation

Token Inflation (Annual Analysis)

This section analyzes whether ZRO token inflation is sustainable over time. We compare annual emission rates against top-performing projects, assess how balanced the vesting and unlock schedules are, and evaluate how inflationary pressure may affect long-term token value, circulating supply growth, and investor dilution.

Year 1 Inflation

0.0%

Year 2 Inflation

77.1%

Year 3 Inflation

43.5%

Year 4 Inflation

5.0%

Inflation YoY

Category Score
86.28out of 100
Percentile
Top 12%

Supply Shock Indicators

Highlights
1
Warnings
0
Alerts
0

Emission Type

Circulation

Monthly Supply Shocks

Token Unlock & Dilution Events

This section tracks every ZRO token unlock and dilution event across the full vesting timeline. We quantify the size and timing of each release, classify dilution risk levels (low, medium, high), and highlight the largest unlock event by date and percentage of total supply. Charts help understand emission pressure and anticipate potential supply shocks.

Supply Shocks Counter

0 Low Risk
0 Mid Risk
0 High Risk

Highest Supply Shock

6.4%
at Month 13

Detailed Information

Category Score
79.58out of 100
Percentile
Top 9%

Risk of Dilution Indicators

Highlights
1
Warnings
0
Alerts
1

Token Emission, Float and Circulating Supply Analysis

This section evaluates the circulating supply and emission schedule of ZRO, focusing on its initial float at TGE, its dilution profile over time, and how these levels compare with top-performing projects.

Initial Float

25.00%

Best Performer Float

12.34%

Team Float Control

66.0%
Low Control
Mid Control
High Control
At launch, the team controls 66.0% of the circulating supply, reducing the real initial float to 8.50%.

Circulating Token Supply (YoY)

Vesting Release Schedule

Category Score
72.31out of 100
Percentile
Top 67%

Valuation Indicators

Highlights
0
Warnings
0
Alerts
1

Valuation Comparison

This section compares the tokens valuation and performance to other projects within the same niche. It includes ROI benchmarks from the past year, the last 15 launches, and the top 5 competitors.

Niche ROI (Past Year Blockchain)

+42.04%

Niche ROI (Last 15 Blockchain)

+80.45%

Project FDV Status

Fairly Valued
Under
Fairly Valued
Over
LayerZero is listing at 16.2% higher FDV compared to benchmark listing and current valuation averages.

Valuation Comparison

ZRO Tokenomics FAQ – Key Questions About LayerZero

What is the token allocation for ZRO?

LayerZero token distribution allocates 1,000,000,000 ZRO across 4 primary stakeholder groups:

  • Community: 34.50% (Community 16.50%, Ecosystem & Growth 9.50%, Airdrop 8.50%)
  • Investors: 32.20% (Strategic Partners 32.20%)
  • Insiders: 25.50% (Core Contributors 25.50%)
  • Foundation: 7.80% (Tokens Repurchased 4.00%, Future Initiatives 3.80%)

What is the vesting schedule for ZRO?

ZRO uses variable cliffs and vesting schedules that change depending on the allocation:

  • Strategic Partners: 12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
  • Core Contributors: 12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
  • Community: 100.0% at TGE
  • Ecosystem & Growth: 12 Month Cliff, 36 Month Linear Vesting
  • Airdrop: 100.0% at TGE
  • Tokens Repurchased: 12 Month Cliff, 24 Month Linear Vesting
  • Future Initiatives: 12 Month Cliff, 36 Month Linear Vesting

How many ZRO tokens unlock at TGE?

25% of the total supply (250,000,000 ZRO) is unlocked at TGE, with the entire unlock going to Community.

What is the total supply and circulating supply of ZRO?

LayerZero has a total supply of 1,000,000,000 ZRO, of which 397,013,890 ZRO (39.7% of total) is currently circulating.

What is the token emission schedule for ZRO?

Total length of the full LayerZero emission schedule is 5 years, with 25.00% released in Year 1, while the remaining 75.00% is released over the following 4 years.

What percentage of ZRO is allocated to the community?

34.5% of the LayerZero supply is allocated to community focused pools such as Community, Ecosystem & Growth, and Airdrop.

What is LayerZero (ZRO)?

LayerZero $ZRO Tokenomics powers the seamless interoperability of blockchain networks through an innovative design and robust economic model. LayerZero is a cutting-edge protocol that eliminates the complexities of cross-chain communication by employing a novel approach using on-chain light nodes in an optimized and cost-efficient manner. The protocol leverages decentralized oracles to stream block headers on demand, significantly reducing the overhead of maintaining sequential block headers. Functionally, LayerZero operates as a User Application (UA) configurable on-chain endpoint running on an Ultra Light Node (ULN). The protocol seamlessly connects blockchain endpoints with the help of two integral participants: the Oracle and the Relayer. When a UA sends a message from one blockchain (chain A) to another (chain B), its journey begins at LayerZero’s on-chain endpoint on chain A. This endpoint communicates directly with the Oracle and Relayer to ensure the message reaches its destination securely and accurately. The LayerZero mechanism is simple yet robust. The Oracle forwards the relevant block header to the destination chain (chain B), while the Relayer submits the corresponding transaction proof. Once validated on chain B, the message is processed and delivered to its intended destination address. This trust-minimized setup eliminates the risks and inefficiencies associated with traditional cross-chain solutions. The ZRO token forms the backbone of LayerZero’s tokenomics, ensuring a sustainable and decentralized ecosystem. Users and developers leverage $ZRO tokens for payment within the LayerZero framework, including secure message transfer and protocol operations. By incorporating incentives for Oracle and Relayer participation, $ZRO fosters decentralization and incentivizes active, reliable, and efficient network performance. LayerZero positions $ZRO as a core component in the movement toward complete blockchain interoperability. Serving various applications spanning DeFi, NFTs, and beyond, $ZRO empowers developers with greater flexibility to build multi-chain solutions while providing unparalleled cost-efficiency. With its innovative technical architecture and thoughtful economic model, LayerZero and its $ZRO token are redefining the future of blockchain interoperability.

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