Imagine a thriving beehive. Every bee has a role, and together they form one of nature’s most efficient systems. The hive provides structure and stability. The bees’ collective effort fuels activity, gathering nectar that sustains their community. Through pollination, they give back to the wider environment, creating the conditions that allow the hive and everything around it to grow stronger.

VeChain’s three-token economy functions much like this hive. Each component plays a distinct role but contributes to a single, regenerative cycle of utility, reward, and renewal.

· $VET provides the foundation that secures and governs the network.

· $VTHO powers every movement, acting as the energy consumed in daily operations.

· $B3TR transforms productive actions into new growth, extending the benefits of the system to the broader ecosystem.

These tokens form a circular economy where participation fuels progress and progress strengthens value. It is a model designed not only to sustain itself but to reward every positive action that contributes to the whole. Here’s how that system works in practice.

$VET: The Hive That Secures the Network

$VET is the foundation of the VeChain ecosystem. It provides the structure and security that keeps everything organized and running smoothly, much like the hive itself. When users stake their $VET through StarGate, they help secure the network and earn $VTHO as a reward. Staking also enables participation in VeChain’s governance system, giving users a voice in shaping the network’s direction.

There are 85.98 billion $VET in circulation out of a total lifetime cap of 86.71 billion, ensuring transparency and a predictable economic model. In simple terms, $VET represents trust and stability. It is the structure that allows the rest of the system to flourish.

$VTHO: The Energy That Keeps Everything Moving

If $VET is the hive, $VTHO is the energy that keeps it alive. Every transaction on the VeChainThor blockchain consumes $VTHO. It acts as the gas that powers the network’s activity, ensuring efficiency and stability across all applications.

With the Hayabusa upgrade, 100% of all transaction fees will be burned, which means each time the network is used, a small amount of $VTHO is permanently removed from circulation. This process reduces supply over time and ties the token value directly to network activity. The more the ecosystem is used, the more $VTHO becomes scarce, creating a natural balance between activity and value.

$B3TR: The Reward That Sustains Growth

$B3TR connects blockchain activity to real-world impact. It powers the VeBetter ecosystem, where individuals and organizations are rewarded for sustainable and positive behaviors. From improving personal well-being to adopting eco-friendly habits, every measurable action can earn $B3TR rewards.

Earning $B3TR consumes $VTHO, creating a seamless connection between sustainable behavior, on-chain activity, and value creation. This means that once you record your action, you get $B3TR rewards. $VTHO does all the work in between for you and gets burned in the process. It is in this frictionless link between real-world actions and digital rewards that participation in the ecosystem becomes both purposeful and engaging.

In the bee analogy, $B3TR represents pollination. It is the process that spreads value outward, renewing the system with every interaction, and ensuring that positive actions benefit both the network and the environment around it.

How the Hive is Becoming Stronger

In nature, a hive begins with activity everywhere. Each bee works to gather energy, building the foundation for the colony to grow. Over time, as the hive expands, the bees adapt. They organize, specialize, and refine how they use their energy. By focusing their efforts, the hive becomes more efficient, using fewer resources to create even greater strength.

VeChain’s ecosystem has followed a similar path. In its early stage, every $VET holder generated $VTHO automatically, keeping the network supplied with the energy needed for transactions. This ensured steady activity, helping the system grow and mature.

Now, as the network enters its next phase of evolution, it is becoming more refined. Through the upcoming Hayabusa phase, part of VeChain’s broader Renaissance upgrades, $VTHO generation will shift to only those who stake their $VET through StarGate. This new structure focuses the system’s energy, reducing $VTHO inflation by up to 72.2% and rewarding those who actively support network security and participation.

At the same time, 100% of $VTHO used in transactions will continue to be burned, connecting network activity directly to scarcity. As adoption increases, each use of the blockchain strengthens its economy through real utility and measurable impact.

Buzzing with Activity

Across the network, legacy node holders are migrating to Stargate, preparing for the Hayabusa phase and enjoying the boosted rewards that come with it. The system is alive with activity, each participant strengthening the network as we move toward the next chapter of VeChain’s evolution.

More than 13,000 nodes have already been minted, with over 6 billion $VET staked through Stargate. If you have not yet claimed a node, now is the time to get involved. By staking your $VET.

through Stargate, you can begin earning $VTHO fuel and take part in the next era of VeChain’s growth. By claiming a node now, you can earn boosted rewards as we move closer to the Hayabusa phase. Join the buzz and be part of the hive at Stargate.

Sustainable Action in Motion

Beyond the blockchain, the VeBetter ecosystem continues to grow rapidly. Over 5 million users are already earning $B3TR by completing real-world sustainable actions that create measurable environmental and social impact. From taking a photo of your re-usable mug to charging your electric car, these actions prove that positive behavior can drive value for both individuals and the planet. You can now start earning $B3TR directly through the VeWorld wallet, the gateway to our growing ecosystem of sustainable applications. Be the pollination, earn $B3TR, and help make the VeWorld a VeBetter place.