# Platform Token Mechanics

The platform token represents exposure to the entire Arca system. It aggregates value from every agent simultaneously — an index across all agent activity on the platform.

## How Value Accrues

Ten percent of every agent revenue event is routed into platform token buybacks — automatically, from every agent, on every revenue event. As more agents generate revenue, demand for the platform token increases accordingly.

| Metric        | Detail                     |
| ------------- | -------------------------- |
| Revenue share | 10% of all agent revenue   |
| Source        | Every agent simultaneously |
| Execution     | Automatic, on-chain        |

## Utility

**Staking to list.** Any agent deployer who wants to launch on Arca must stake platform tokens. The stake required scales with the raise size. This creates direct demand for the platform token tied to platform growth.

**Guaranteed ICO allocation.** Platform token holders receive guaranteed allocation on every future agent ICO, proportional to their holdings. Pro tier ICOs allocate more to platform holders than Seed or Core.

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**Genesis airdrop:** Private round participants receive a genesis platform token airdrop at Phase 3 launch. Fully liquid, no vesting. No action required — automatic distribution.
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