Creator Incentives

To further empower creators, IP Protocol introduces the "Create to Earn" model, an incentive program designed to reward creators for their contributions to the platform. By publishing IP assets on the platform, creators can earn $IP tokens, the native governance token of the IP Protocol ecosystem. These tokens serve as both a reward for active participation and a means for creators to engage with the platform’s governance processes.

The Creator Program underpins the Create to Earn initiative, providing creators with financial incentives to continuously innovate and share their work. This program not only boosts individual rewards but also contributes to the growth of the overall IP ecosystem, encouraging a vibrant and dynamic marketplace for intellectual property. The more creators publish, license, and trade their IP assets, the more they can earn, directly linking creative output to economic value.

In addition to earning tokens, creators also gain community recognition and the opportunity to contribute to platform governance through token-based voting. This democratized governance structure ensures that the platform evolves according to the needs of its most active participants, fostering an inclusive and creator-driven ecosystem.

Create to Earn system

The Create to Earn system is built around the idea that creators should be directly rewarded for their contributions to the intellectual property ecosystem. When a creator registers an IP asset on the IP Protocol platform, they automatically participate in the Create to Earn program and begin earning rewards in the form of $IP tokens.

• IP Asset Registration: The first step in the Create to Earn process is the registration of an intellectual property asset on the platform. Once the creator’s asset (e.g., artwork, music, design, or invention) is tokenized and recorded on the blockchain, it becomes eligible for rewards.

• Earning $IP Tokens: Creators earn $IP tokens based on the value and activity generated by their registered IP assets. The platform uses a combination of factors to determine the amount of rewards, such as: ◦ Engagement and Usage: If the asset is licensed, shared, or used by others within the ecosystem, the creator earns additional $IP tokens. The more the asset is utilized by the community (e.g., through licensing or collaborations), the higher the rewards. ◦ Community Interaction: Creators can also earn tokens by actively participating in the community, engaging with other creators, and promoting collaboration on the platform. ◦ Secondary Market Activity: If the creator’s IP asset is bought, sold, or licensed on the marketplace, they earn a share of the royalties and additional rewards, incentivizing ongoing participation and monetization.

Boosting Innovation and Creativity

The Create to Earn model incentivizes continuous creativity by turning intellectual property into a steady revenue stream. Unlike traditional IP systems, where creators might only receive payment after a licensing deal or sale, IP Protocol rewards creators for simply contributing to the platform.

• Encouraging Active Participation: By rewarding creators for registering and sharing their work, the platform ensures that creators are continually motivated to produce new content. The more IP assets they contribute, the more $IP tokens they earn, driving an ongoing cycle of creativity and innovation.

• Supporting Diverse Creators: The Create to Earn model is designed to support creators from all backgrounds and disciplines. Whether they are artists, writers, designers, musicians, or inventors, all creators have equal opportunities to earn rewards. This democratizes the process of IP creation and encourages more diverse participation within the ecosystem.