XYO
Crypto Overview
Understanding XYO Network
XYO Network is a decentralized location-data oracle network that aims to create a trustless system for recording and verifying geographic data. The project leverages blockchain technology to provide location-based services through a network of devices called 'sentinels' that collect and validate geographic data.
Intended Utility
The XYO token serves as the native cryptocurrency of the XYO Network, used for:
- Incentivizing node operators who validate and provide location data
- Paying for location verification services within the network
- Governance participation in the XYO ecosystem
Actual Implementation and Usage
The project has evolved significantly since its inception in 2018. While the original vision focused on physical location-tracking devices, the current implementation has shifted more towards software-based solutions and API integrations. The network has established partnerships with companies like Microsoft and has developed applications in supply chain tracking and e-commerce delivery verification.
Token Distribution and Governance
The project maintains relatively transparent token economics with detailed documentation of token allocation. According to recent data, approximately 30% of tokens were allocated to the founding team and advisors with multi-year vesting schedules. The remaining distribution includes public sale participants, ecosystem development, and network rewards.
Development Activity
The project shows consistent development activity on GitHub, with regular updates to core protocols and applications. The team maintains active communication through official channels and provides detailed technical documentation.
Crypto Impact
To assign a comfort level investing in XYO from a halal perspective we need to determine whether it has a net positive or negative impact.
Towards this end, the table below is used to tally all the positive and negative considerations our members can think of related to XYO.
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