The Datamine Network operates on a unique capped linear inflation model designed to achieve long-term economic stability. Rather than relying on central authorities, the network utilizes a decentralized smart contract system that balances token supply through algorithmic locking and burning. ## Decentralized Supply Locking At the core of this system is DAM, the foundation token. Currently, 76.16% of the DAM supply (valued at approximately $819,508) is actively locked in smart contracts to mint FLUX. This high lock-up rate demonstrates strong community commitment to securing and powering the ecosystem's decentralized monetary system. ## Achieving Equilibrium Through Burning To counter supply expansion, the protocol utilizes an incentivized proof-of-burn mechanism. To date, over $200,000.00 worth of FLUX has been permanently burned and removed from circulation, representing double the token's current circulating supply. This aggressive deflationary pressure brings the network closer to its ultimate target of 0% net inflation, showing that on-chain monetary velocity can successfully regulate itself.