Taiko is a based ZK-EVM rollup that is fully decentralised and permissionless. Its unique 'based' design means sequencing is handled by Ethereum validators, making it the most aligned and censorship-resistant L2 possible.
Taiko (TAIKO) launched its token on May 28, 2024 on the Ethereum blockchain. The total supply is 1.00B TAIKO tokens, of which 50.6% (505.6M) have been unlocked to date. 494.4M TAIKO tokens remain subject to vesting schedules. The next scheduled unlock event is on Aug 28, 2026, releasing 6.7M tokens (0.67% of supply) from the Ecosystem allocation, valued at approximately $473K at current prices.
When is the next TAIKO token unlock?
The next TAIKO unlock is scheduled for Aug 28, 2026, in 20 days. 6.7M tokens (0.67% of total supply) from the Ecosystem allocation will be released.
What percentage of TAIKO is still locked?
49.4% of the total 1.00B TAIKO supply — equivalent to 494.4M tokens — remains locked in vesting contracts. The remaining 50.6% (505.6M tokens) has already been released since the TGE on May 28, 2024.
How does Taiko's vesting schedule work?
Taiko uses a multi-tranche vesting structure with 5 allocation categories. Tokens are distributed over time using linear monthly vesting, often with an initial cliff period before the first release. The largest tranches are: Airdrop (TGE) (5.0%), Community & Ecosystem (32.1%), Foundation (29.2%).