OORT token enters new phase with final unlock and Q2 burn of 4M tokens

The OORT token has entered a new developmental phase following the completion of its final major investor unlock and the execution of its Q2 2025 token burn. This milestone marks a critical turning point in the tokenomics design of the OORT ecosystem, as the Foundation announced the last large-scale release of $OORT into circulation. Early investor and contributor allocations will be largely complete, with the remaining supply set to be released at a measured pace—6 million tokens per quarter over the next 2.5 years [1]. This approach aims to minimize concerns around sudden supply surges and sell pressure, which are often disruptive in the cryptocurrency market.

Accompanying the final major unlock was the successful burn of 4 million $OORT tokens, valued at approximately $116,000 in USDT at the time of the burn. This adds to a total of 6.771 million tokens burned in 2025 to date [1]. Token burns are a central part of OORT’s supply management strategy, designed to counter inflationary pressures and support the asset’s long-term value. By reducing the circulating supply while maintaining ecosystem growth, the Foundation is creating conditions that are intended to reward both users and long-term participants.

The combination of these two key actions—final major unlock and continued token burning—is expected to establish more predictable token dynamics. The OORT team outlined potential benefits, including reduced inflation risk, lower sell pressure, and greater stability. These developments align with broader ecosystem expansion efforts, such as the ongoing development of DataHub, Deimos nodes I and II, and the Olympus L1 platform. These projects are foundational to the decentralization and utility of the OORT network [1].

Looking ahead, the Foundation has outlined several strategic priorities. These include expanding the availability of DataHub tasks to drive user participation and reward distribution, strengthening infrastructure across the ecosystem, and deepening the utility of the $OORT token through broader integration and adoption. The team reiterated its commitment to transparency, sustainability, and responsible supply management, aiming to shift the narrative from token unlock concerns to a model focused on long-term trust and community engagement [1].

As OORT transitions into this new phase, it stands as a notable example of how structured supply management and ecosystem-driven utility can shape the trajectory of a token economy. The project’s approach to controlled supply distribution and systematic value preservation may serve as a model for other blockchain initiatives seeking to build stability and sustainable growth in the digital asset space.

Source: [1] OORT token enters new phase with final major unlock and Q2 burn (https://invezz.com/news/2025/08/18/oort-token-enters-new-phase-with-final-major-unlock-and-q2-burn/)