SQD Network announced the launch of SQD Revenue Pools, a mechanism enabling token holders to lock SQD tokens and earn rewards funded by enterprise customer payments rather than new token issuance.
What Revenue Pools Mean in Simple Terms
- Enterprise customers pay subscription fees for blockchain data access
- Network capacity required at scale is funded by customer payments
- SQD holders can temporarily lock tokens to support that capacity
- Locked tokens remain owned but cannot be sold or moved
- Customer payments may generate stablecoin distributions to participants
Real customers pay real money and SQD holders who help support the service for the network may share in the income it generates.
Why This Matters
The revenue model introduces several ecosystem dynamics:
- Demand-driven token usage through locking mechanisms
- Reduced circulating supply via temporary locking and supply management
- Operations funded by customer revenue instead of token issuance
- Direct connection between real-world usage and network economics
Rollout Approach
The launch begins with limited capacity, scaling progressively with enterprise demand. Existing network rewards remain stable during the transition.
Leadership Perspective
Dmitry Zhelezov, CTO, noted that Revenue Pools formalise that link between customer demand, capacity and network economics.
About SQD Network
SQD provides decentralized data infrastructure for indexing and accessing blockchain data across 200+ blockchains, serving clients including Deutsche Telekom, Morpho, and PancakeSwap.
Important Disclaimer
The Revenue Pools represent a limited beta initiative operated by independent providers. Participation is voluntary and does not guarantee returns or create obligations from Subsquid Labs or affiliated entities. Prospective participants must conduct independent risk assessment.