# Token **1. EDUM Token Overview** The virtual asset **$EDUM** serves as both the core utility and governance token within the ecosystem. \ Beyond being a simple digital asset, $EDUM functions as a key driver for data collection and ecosystem activation, reinforcing value creation across the network. Users can earn $EDUM tokens based on their activities and level of contribution. The acquired tokens can then be utilized in various ways — such as purchasing in-app content and physical devices, engaging with integrated DApp services, and participating in DAO governance. * **Ethereum Contract Address** : To ensure interoperability and scalability, EDUM has adopted a multi-chain structure.\ The first multi-chain integration is with **Polygon**, enabling seamless token bridging and network conversion for Polygon-based $EDUM tokens. * **Polygon Contract Address** : * **Polygon PoS Bridge (for Network Transition)** : [https://portal.polygon.technology](https://portal.polygon.technology/) #### **2. Token Utility** #### **Earning $EDUM Tokens** **1) Basic Rewards — Compensation for Core Service Usage** * **Learning Activity**: Rewards provided for the general use of EDUM services via the app or device. * **Data Utilization Consent**: Rewards granted to users who consent to the use of their biometric data collected through EDUM devices. **2) Additional Rewards — For Specific Service Engagement** * **App Activities**: Rewards for activities such as AI camera sitting verification, study planning, and use of the Study Zone. * **Device Activities**: Rewards for utilizing device features such as focus tracking, drowsiness detection, or sleep monitoring. * **Promotional Participation**: Rewards for joining various events (e.g., attendance check-ins, “7-day study challenges”). **3) Differential Rewards — Based on Activity Quality, Volume, and Data Value** * **Partnership Activities**: Rewards for participating in activities integrated with external services (e.g., fitness, music, education). * **Data Type**: Additional rewards for providing high-value or rare biometric data used in AI training. * **Data Quality**: Evaluation-based rewards depending on accuracy, consistency, and signal noise levels. **4) Other Rewards** * **Staking Rewards**: Additional compensation based on the amount and duration of staked tokens. * **IP-Based Revenue**: When a user’s biometric data is monetized or sold to data buyers, the user receives a proportional reward based on revenue and contribution level. #### **Using $EDUM Tokens** **1) Payment** * **EDUM Services**: Used for purchasing devices, personalized learning solutions, and other EDUM offerings. * **Partner Services**: Used to purchase integrated services across other DApps (e.g., music DApps offering heart-rate and engagement-based authenticity verification). * **Device XaaS**: Used by third-party DApps to pay for API and SDK integration or development fees. **2) Discounts** * **Device Purchase**: Discounts based on token holdings or staking status. * **Token Payment Incentive**: Additional discounts when paying with $EDUM instead of fiat currency. * **Content Discounts**: Reduced fees for paid content based on the amount of $EDUM held. **3) Access Rights** * **Advanced Features**: Access to premium analytics, beta services, and additional tools based on $EDUM holdings and staking duration. * **Premium Community**: Exclusive access for $EDUM holders to specialized content, private communities, and expert Q\&A sessions. **4) Governance** * **DAO Participation**: $EDUM holders have voting rights in major DAO decisions, including reward policies, partner selection, and fee structure governance. **5) Staking** * **Enhanced Rewards**: Staking $EDUM tokens increases basic earning rates and provides additional staking incentives. ## Token Suppliers and Demanders The initial source and demand for EDUM tokens are as follows. As the business advances, partnerships, and content increase, more diverse suppliers and demand sources will be added.
## Token Vision $EDUM aims to establish a sustainable and organically circulating token economy, driving long-term value growth through consistent demand generation, supply management, and conservative lock-up policies. #### 1. Expansion of Use Cases 1\) Certain products and services can be purchased using both Fiat and $EDUM. This approach encourages internal token consumption and minimizes outflow to exchange. 2\) By continuously forming strategic partnerships with leading companies in the education sector and leveraging a strong, positive brand reputation, **EDUM** aims to expand its ecosystem and drive broader adoption across diverse use cases. #### 2. Circulation Control 1\) To preserve the long-term value of the digital asset, EDUM adopts a hybrid model that combines controlled inflation and multiple deflationary mechanisms.\ In the early stages, planned inflation (e.g., airdrops and growth rewards) serves as an incentive to accelerate ecosystem growth.\ As the network matures, deflationary mechanisms such as token burning, buybacks, and staking are applied to enhance the token’s scarcity and value. 2\) EDUM implements a conservative lock-up policy compared to other projects, ensuring stable value appreciation.\ By accurately forecasting the volume of tokens entering circulation, EDUM mitigates the risk of sudden supply spikes that could lead to price depreciation, thereby building strong trust among investors and participants. Furthermore, all lock-up criteria and quantities will be publicly disclosed and transparently communicated within the community to ensure full openness and accountability in token management. ## Token Distribution Plan
> Medium Announcement > > : ## Token Allocation Name : EDUM\ Symbol : EDUM\ Type : ERC 20 \ Max Supply : 500,000,000 EDUM\ Circulating Supply (written date: March 23, 2026) : 38,683,930 EDUM \> Aggregator : [CMC](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/edum/), [Coingecko](https://www.coingecko.com/ko/%EC%BD%94%EC%9D%B8/edum)
--- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://dreamladders.gitbook.io/edu-metacore-whitepaper/token.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.