Token Minimal Extractable Value (TMEV): The Vault That Always Keeps Your Token Valuable


Let’s face it: crypto markets are wild. Shit can go sideways faster than a rug pull in a Telegram pump-and-dump. You’re up 100x, then suddenly you’re eating ramen for dinner. What if there were a way to give your token some damn backbone? To guarantee it won’t hit zero no matter how much the market shits the bed?

Welcome to the TMEV Vault: a game-changing mechanism that makes sure your token always has a Minimal Extractable Value (TMEV). Not some vague “sentiment” value or whatever BS influencers spew on Twitter. We’re talking cold, hard numbers backed by blue-chip assets or stablecoins. Let’s break this down.



What the F*ck Is TMEV?

TMEV stands for Token Minimal Extractable Value. It’s a way to ensure any token (let’s call it : To1) has a guaranteed baseline value. The magic sauce? A vault powered by a smart contract. This vault locks To1 tokens and holds an asset with actual value, like mainnet tokens (let’s call it : MnT) or stablecoins.

Think about it: if To1 tokens can always be swapped for some of the MnT inside the vault, To1 will never hit zero (as long as MnT has value). No matter what the market does, To1 holders can cash out through the vault.



How Does This Shit Work?


Simple but genius:

The Vault: The vault holds MnT (mainnet tokens or stablecoins). It’s fueled by protocol fees, staking rewards, or whatever steady MnT drip the project can set up.

Token Swap: To1 holders can swap their tokens for MnT inside the vault at a minimal exchange rate. The tokens (To1) they swap get locked in the vault forever

The Math: The exchange rate is calculated like this:

MnT received by user = ( Total MnT in vault × To1 amount user wants to swap ) ÷ ( To1 max supply — To1 locked in vault )


Without getting into details, the vault price calculation does not exclude locked token nor pooled token, meaning TMEV is a bit lower than what we could get but it is to make sure the vault will never run out of MnT to swap no matter what.

Here’s the kicker: Once To1 are swapped with the vault they are the locked forever out of circulation, the market cap doesn’t take a hit but it as the same effect. Burn the tokens? Nah, that’s for amateurs. Lock them up and keep your rank high on CoinGecko.



The Real-World Impact


Let’s break it down with an example:

Say your token’s (To1) current market value is 0.1 MnT per To1.

The TMEV vault currently guarantees a minimum value of 0.02 worth of MnT per To1 token.

What does this mean for you, the degenerate investor? Even if the market dumps harder than 2022’s bear market, your token will never go below 0.02 MnT/To1. You’re not exposed to a full 100% loss anymore; your max downside is capped at -80% no matter what.

As long as the protocol is able to add MnT inside the vault this max downside will only go up overtime.



Unlocking Value for Token Holders: TMEV as a Compliant Solution

Many protocols struggle to distribute rewards or fees to their token holders due to regulatory constraints. TMEV offers a solution, enabling protocols to deliver value to their holders without crossing legal boundaries. Technically, no direct value is distributed to individuals, and nothing about the process resembles a security since there’s no direct profit-sharing involved. It’s a clever, compliant way to align incentives with token holders.



Why Not Burn the Tokens?


Burning tokens after the swap might sound sexy, but it’s dumb as hell. If you burn them, the total supply drops, and the market cap gets screwed. And let’s be honest: crypto loves big-ass market caps. Rankings and hype depend on it. Locked tokens stay out of circulation but keep the MC looking beefy. It has the same effect on the token supply but keeps MC high as long as rankers don’t exclude TMEV vault tokens in the calculation of the MC.



Advantages of TMEV Vaults :


Safety Net: Your token gets a hard floor value.

Arbitrage-Proof: If To1’s market value dips below the vault price, arbitrage traders will swoop in, buy up the token, and swap it in the vault. This keeps the token price stable around its minimal value.

No More Zeroes: To1 can’t go to zero unless MnT also dies. And if MnT is a stablecoin, your risks are minimal (but hey, pick a good stablecoin… no one needs another Terra/LUNA disaster).

HODL with Confidence: As the vault value climbs (from protocol fees or additional MnT), the TMEV gets only up. This reduces your exposure to losses over time.

TMEV as a Compliant Solution: TMEV allows protocols to provide value to token holders without breaching regulatory limits. It’s a smart way to reward loyalty while avoiding legal pitfalls, ensuring sustainability and security for the ecosystem.



Limitations


We’re not selling you a magic unicorn. There are risks:

MnT Risk: If MnT crashes, the vault’s value drops too. Choose blue chips or solid stablecoins.

Setup Cost: This requires a well-funded and managed protocol. Also, the protocol should fund the vault regularly in order to make it worthwhile.



Why the F*ck Should You Care?


Most tokens are like your drunk ex: unreliable, unpredictable, and prone to total meltdowns. The TMEV Vault flips the script. It’s a radical, no-bullshit safety mechanism that keeps your investment from going to zero. This isn’t just another DeFi gimmick it’s the future of tokenomics for anyone who actually gives a damn about protecting their holders.



Get in on the Experiment


We’re building this right now, as a brand new experiment. A token with a TMEV baked in. If you want to participate in a brand new experience, join us and contact :


Twitter: @HoldTheFkingPos


Telegram: HTFP_builders


This is your shot to be part of something that isn’t just another pump-and-dump. We’re flipping the f*cking script. Are you in, or are you just gonna sit back while the future leaves you behind?

The choice is yours.