@WAX is entering a new phase, after years of operating with a traditional inflationary model, the network is now shifting toward deflation. This means fewer new tokens are being created, and more are being burned permanently removed from circulation; the goal is to build a blockchain economy that funds itself through real usage, not endless token emissions.
The change starts with how users access network resources. Previously, 90% of resources were accessed through staking. That model is being reversed. WAX is moving toward 90% of access via PowerUp, a system where users pay a small fee per transaction. These fees go into a variable inflation pool, and any unused inflation is burned. The result: less supply, more value support for $WAXP .
Inflation has already dropped to 4.8%. By September 2025, it will fall even further when the final stage of Guild Rewards is phased out. That move alone will cut another 1% from inflation. If network usage continues to grow, WAX could become fully deflationary — a rare milestone in the Layer 1 space.
This isn’t just a technical adjustment. It’s a strategic decision to build a blockchain that behaves like a sustainable business. Instead of rewarding token holders for locking up assets, WAX rewards actual activity. You pay based on how much you use the network, not how many tokens you hold. That’s a fairer, more scalable model.
Compared to Ethereum, which burns gas fees, or BNB $BNB with its scheduled burns, WAX is taking a more dynamic approach. Solana $SOL focuses on speed. WAX focuses on sustainability and real-world utility.
The community response has been strong. Builders, gamers, and creators see this as a step toward long-term value. It’s not about hype. It’s about building something that lasts.
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