How Do Smart Contracts Enforce Token Vesting Schedules?

Smart contracts are self-executing contracts with the terms of the agreement directly written into code on the blockchain. For vesting, the contract holds the team's tokens and is programmed to release a specific amount only after pre-defined time intervals have passed.

This automated, immutable enforcement removes the need for a trusted third party and prevents manual manipulation.

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How Can a Smart Contract Replicate the Function of a Traditional Escrow for Derivatives Collateral?
How Does a Multi-Signature Wallet Add Security to the Initial Token Allocation?
What Is Time-Based versus Milestone-Based Vesting?
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How Can Smart Contracts Enforce Compliance Rules on Token Transfers?
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