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Token Lifecycle

Definition

The token lifecycle refers to the entire progression of a digital token from its creation through its various stages of utility, transfer, and eventual retirement or destruction. This sequence includes issuance, distribution, trading, staking, burning, and any other protocol-defined actions that affect the token’s existence and function. Understanding this cycle is essential for assessing a token’s economic model, utility, and potential longevity. It outlines the token’s operational journey.