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What Happens to the Tokens If a Team Member Leaves during the Lock-up Period?

If a team member leaves during the lock-up period, they typically forfeit all their unvested tokens. The forfeited tokens are usually returned to the project's treasury or a foundation fund.

This is enforced through the vesting agreement and is a key mechanism to protect the project from team turnover and ensure that token rewards are tied to sustained contribution.

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