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TOKENS & ASSETS

Token Burn (Token Burning)

Definition

Token burning permanently removes tokens from circulation by sending them to an unrecoverable address. This reduces total supply and can increase the value of remaining tokens.

Example

💡 Example

Binance regularly burns BNB tokens to reduce supply, while Ethereum burns ETH through EIP-1559's base fee mechanism.

Risks to Consider

⚠️ Risks
  • Irreversible action
  • Economic assumptions
  • Governance decisions

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