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Token System

Users of the AI, network and cloud capacity pay in standard Fiat currency (USD, EUR, etc) or TFT (ThreeFold Token). These currencies convert to our stable internal currency called CC (Cloud Credits) which is pegged to gold.

Principles:

  • Farmers earn TFP (ThreeFold Points) which they can convert to CC (Cloud Credits) to have stable income.
  • Users pay in CC (Cloud Credits) which is stable and predictable and this converts to TFP (ThreeFold Points) for farmers.

Our ecosystem uses a multi-currency system to ensure both stability for utility and opportunities for growth and investment.

Important, this system works for any user, not only crypto natives. Users can pay with credit card or even wire transfer.

Token Types​

TFP (ThreeFold Point)​

is same as TFT but only exists in the marketplace

  • Definition: TFP is a TFT which only exists within the marketplace ecosystem for internal accounting and settlements.
  • 1 TFP = 1 TFT
  • TFP cannot be converted back to TFT until the market price of TFT exceeds the fixed conversion rate of CC to TFP (see below in swap section).
    • in other words if on public markets the TFT is prices higher than 1 CC in USD value then you can convert back.
  • Once the market price surpasses the fixed rate, users can return TFP to unlock their original TFT.
  • When a user buys storage, compute, or bandwidth, they pay in CC, but the settlement to farmers is done in TFP.
  • When users convert to TFP, their TFT is locked until they return TFP to unlock their TFT.

TFT (ThreeFold Token)​

  • Type: Tradable reserve asset
  • Availability: Traded on public blockchains
  • Characteristics: Price can be volatile, currently trading at artificially low prices
  • Role: Market-facing asset and entry gateway into the ecosystem
  • Supply: Scarce, capped at 1 billion maximum
  • Not directly usable inside the marketplace, must be converted to TFP first

CC (Cloud Credit)​

  • Type: Stable utility token
  • Peg: 1/1000 of a gram of gold (0.001g)
  • Availability: Only circulates within the digital marketplace (non-tradable)
  • Purpose: Primary medium of exchange for services within the ecosystem
  • Generation: Minted when users enter with TFT or credit card, burned when exiting

Swaps​

TFP to CC Swap (both directions)​

  • Function: Allows users to swap TFP for CC at a fixed rate, which either mints new CC or burns existing CC
  • Acquisition: Users can acquire CC at a fixed rate of 1 CC for 2 TFP, until the market price of TFP surpasses this rate
    • Open Question: maybe it should be 1 CC = 1 TFP? Lets use forum to decide.

USD to CC Swap (one way)​

  • Function: Allows users to purchase CC directly with USD via credit card
  • Rate: Fixed rate of 1 CC = $0.128 (as of Oct 8, 2025, changes as the price of gold changes)
  • Purpose: Provides an easy entry point for new users unfamiliar with TFT or cryptocurrencies
  • USD Treasury: USD collected is held in a treasury to back the CC in circulation
  • 80% of revenue goes to Farmers (as TFP)
  • 10% of revenue is burned to reduce supply and maintain peg stability, burned TFT.
  • 10% of revenue goes to ThreeFold Foundation for ecosystem development and maintenance

Why This System?​

This multi-token architecture solves several critical problems:

  • Price Stability: CC provides predictable pricing for services (pegged to gold)
  • Market Opportunity: TFT remains tradable with upside potential
  • Controlled Liquidity: Prevents sudden token dumps while maintaining fairness
  • Sustainable Growth: Minting/burning mechanisms ensure backing and prevent inflation
  • Operational Viability: farmers receive stable CC for planning while retaining TFT exposure options