# 5.2 Initial Allocation

To ensure equitable access, deep liquidity, and long-term sustainability, GNO is allocated as follows:

| Allocation                      | Percentage | Purpose                                                               |
| ------------------------------- | ---------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Liquidity & Market Making       | 80%        | Ensures fair distribution, deep market access, and protocol stability |
| Ecosystem & Contributor Rewards | 10%        | Incentivizes KO, KA, and ecosystem builders                           |
| Foundation & R\&D               | 6%         | Funds protocol upgrades, research, and long-term development          |
| Team (Vested, Long-Term)        | 3%         | Aligns team incentives with ecosystem maturity                        |
| Strategic Partnerships          | 1%         | Strengthens integrations with AI, data, and Base ecosystem partners   |

This allocation prioritizes decentralization and minimizes concentration risk while ensuring long-term operational capacity.


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