Lock Periods and APY
Staking in Axynom is designed to reward long-term commitment, create predictable yield flows, and support the overall stability of the AXY token economy.
Unlike protocols that offer volatile or unsustainable APYs, Axynom uses a fixed, tiered reward structure tied to lock periods. This system ensures that rewards are transparent, calculable, and resistant to short-term exploitation.
Staking is more than an investment mechanic. It is a direct form of economic alignment with the protocol’s mission and success.
Lock Periods
Users can stake AXY across three predefined lock durations:
6 Months
5%
Short-term staking, accessible for new participants
1 Year
12%
Balanced option for contributors seeking higher rewards
2 Years
30%
Highest yield, designed for long-term ecosystem builders
Each lock period represents a commitment. Tokens are fully locked during the period and cannot be unstaked without incurring penalties (explained in the Early Exit Penalties section).
After the lock period ends, users may either withdraw their tokens and rewards or continue staking with a reward boost.
APY Structure
The Annual Percentage Yields (APYs) for each lock tier are fixed at deployment but may be adjusted through governance proposals in later phases if needed to reflect new economic realities.
APYs are:
Guaranteed for users who fulfill the full lock duration
Paid in AXY sourced from the Rewards Pool
Calculated and distributed automatically through the staking contract
Rewards accumulate over time and can be claimed either at unlock or, in some cases, through scheduled reward harvesting depending on the chosen lock and future upgrades.
There is no auto-compounding at the contract level. Users must manually re-stake if they wish to compound their rewards after lock expiry.
Staking Cap and Sustainability
Each lock period has a staking cap to prevent over-saturation:
If a lock period reaches its cap, no new deposits are accepted until space becomes available.
Caps are set based on projected reward budgets to ensure that the protocol does not overcommit future emissions.
Caps can be adjusted by governance if required.
This approach protects the Rewards Pool from depletion and keeps staking rewards sustainable as protocol activity grows.
Staking is not just a way to earn yield. It is a signal of trust and alignment, a vote of confidence in the protocol’s vision, mechanics, and future.
Participants who stake longer, earn more, and play a greater role in Axynom’s governance ecosystem.
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