# Token Gating

PUBLISH 2.0 has built a comprehensive token gating model for PUBLISH 2.0 that includes incentives for both publishers and subscribers. This model will feature a **Publisher Pool** where rewards are distributed in proportion to the staked $NEWS tokens from both subscribers and publishers.

## **Key Components of the Enhanced Token Gating Model**

1. **Token Gating Mechanism**
2. **User Tiers and Access Levels**
3. **Publisher and Subscriber Requirements**
4. **Reward Distribution Mechanism**
5. **Economic Impact**

### 1. Token Gating Mechanism

**Token Gating** involves restricting access to premium content based on $NEWS token holdings. Only users who hold or stake a specified amount of $NEWS tokens can access premium content.

### 2. User Tiers and Access Levels

Creating different user tiers based on $NEWS token holdings can further enhance the token gating model. Publishers can offer varying levels of access and benefits.

**Example:**

* **Requirements**: Hold 100,000 $NEWS tokens
* **Benefits**: VIP access to events, personal interaction with content creators, special recognition on the platform.

### 3. Publisher and Subscriber Requirements

To incentivize both publishers and subscribers, we introduce staking requirements and a shared reward pool.

**Publisher Requirements:**

* **Staking**: Publishers must stake a minimum amount of $NEWS tokens to qualify for the reward pool.
* **Content Quality**: Publishers need to maintain high-quality content standards to keep their staked tokens eligible for rewards.
* **Engagement Metrics**: Higher engagement (likes, shares, comments) on their content can boost their share of the rewards.

**Subscriber Requirements:**

* **Staking**: Subscribers must stake $NEWS tokens to access different tiers of premium content.
* **Engagement**: Active engagement with the content (reading, liking, commenting) can increase their rewards.
* **Loyalty**: Long-term staking and consistent engagement can provide additional rewards.

### 4. Reward Distribution Mechanism

**Publisher Pool**: A portion of the $NEWS tokens from '[Ecosystem Incentives](https://protocol.publishinc.io/tokenomics/token-allocation)' is allocated to the Publisher Pool. Rewards from this pool are distributed based on the proportion of staked tokens from both publishers and subscribers.

#### **Reward Calculation:**

1. **Total Publisher Pool**: A fixed percentage of the platform's revenue allocated to the pool.
2. **Proportional Distribution**: Rewards distributed in proportion to the staked tokens from publishers and subscribers.

   $$
   R\_p = \frac{S\_p}{S\_t} \times P\_p
   $$

   * $$𝑅𝑝$$: Rewards for the publisher.
   * $$𝑆𝑝$$: Tokens staked by the publisher.
   * $$𝑆𝑡$$: Total tokens staked by all publishers and subscribers.
   * $$𝑃𝑝$$: Total Publisher Pool.
3. **Subscriber Rewards**: Subscribers receive rewards based on their engagement and the amount of $NEWS tokens staked.

   $$
   R\_s = \frac{E\_s + S\_s}{E\_t + S\_t} \times P\_p
   $$

   * $$𝑅𝑠$$: Rewards for the subscriber.
   * $$𝐸𝑠$$: Engagement score of the subscriber.
   * $$𝑆𝑠$$: Tokens staked by the subscriber.
   * $$𝐸𝑡$$: Total engagement score of all subscribers.
   * $$𝑆𝑡$$: Total tokens staked by all publishers and subscribers.
   * $$𝑃𝑝$$: Total Publisher Pool.

<figure><img src="https://1285756329-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F7tOq8h6reODZfX4Y9ivB%2Fuploads%2FIZOb2cbWCA6GG5ymrtL3%2FUntitled%20diagram-2024-05-28-061418.png?alt=media&#x26;token=1127a273-43de-48bf-80ee-eadef31ad7e1" alt=""><figcaption><p>This diagram represents how readers must hold or stake 100,000 $NEWS tokens to subscribe to access premium content and features, the role of publishers and the distribution of rewards from the Publisher Pool to both publishers and subscribed readers.</p></figcaption></figure>

### **5. Tokenomic Impact:**

* **Increased Demand for $NEWS Tokens**: As users seek access to premium content, the demand for $NEWS tokens rises.
* **Enhanced Utility**: $NEWS tokens gain more utility, being used for staking, content access, and earning rewards.
* **Engagement and Growth**: Incentivizing user engagement with premium content and rewards promotes platform growth and user activity.
* **Revenue Generation**: Publishers earn additional revenue streams through the reward pools, supported by $NEWS tokens.

## Conclusion

By integrating a token gating mechanism and a reward distribution system for both publishers and subscribers, PUBLISH 2.0 can create a robust ecosystem that incentivizes content creation, user engagement, and long-term token holding. This model not only adds value to the $NEWS token but also promotes a thriving and dynamic community within the platform.<br>