Voting Period:

Start: 00:00 UTC, January 6

End: 00:00 UTC, January 9

The goal? Lower the cost of onchain transactions, improve usability for dApps, and unlock a smoother experience for developers and users across the ecosystem. With recent optimizations improving both consensus and gas handling, the network is ready for this change, without sacrificing performance or stability.

Lower gas = lower barriers. This proposal helps Ontology stay competitive with other L1s while empowering builders, users, and emerging dApps with a more cost-efficient environment.

 Node operators can vote now via OWallet. Every vote counts in shaping the next evolution of the Ontology network.

Key Highlights From Ontology’s v3.0.0 MainNet Upgrade

Strengthened Token Economy and Incentive Model

Ontology’s v3.0.0 upgrade introduces major improvements to Ontology’s dual-token model (ONT and ONG), designed to support long-term sustainability and ecosystem growth.

• The total ONG supply has been reduced from 1 billion to 800 million, with 100 million ONG permanently locked. This lowers inflation and strengthens long-term token value.
• Updated reward distribution now allocates 80% of newly issued ONG to ONT stakers and 20% to liquidity and ecosystem expansion, balancing network security with growth incentives.
  

These changes align Ontology’s token model with long-term utility and healthier economic design.

Network Upgrades, Identity Integration, and Governance

The v3.0.0 upgrade enhances the core performance, interoperability, and identity tooling of the Ontology Blockchain.

• Upcoming support for EIP-7702 will introduce a more flexible account system and stronger compatibility with the Ethereum ecosystem, improving cross-chain liquidity and builder experience.
• Core upgrades to consensus, stability, and gas management make the network faster and more reliable.
• ONT ID will soon be creatable directly on Ontology EVM, unlocking seamless decentralized identity use cases across DeFi, gaming, and social platforms.
• All tokenomics updates were approved through on-chain governance, reflecting a mature and aligned Ontology community.
  

These improvements position Ontology as a more interoperable, identity-driven, and community-governed Web3 infrastructure layer.

Product Enhancements, Developer Growth, and Real-World Utility

Ontology continues to expand its ecosystem with new tools, user experiences, and privacy-preserving features.

• Expanded grants, developer tools, and onboarding resources make it easier to build with ONT, ONG, and ONT ID.
• A new encrypted IM solution launching later this year will leverage decentralized identity and zero-knowledge technology to protect user sovereignty and secure communication.
• The ONTO Wallet has been upgraded with a refined identity module, better UX, and new payfi functionality developed with partners, improving Web3 payments and digital identity management.
• Orange Protocol is advancing its zkTLS framework to turn verified, privacy-preserving reputation signals into real economic utility — strengthening Ontology’s mission to make decentralized trust measurable and portable.

Recommended Reading

ONG Tokenomics Adjustment Proposal Passes Governance vote

The proposal secured over 117 million votes in approval, signaling strong consensus within the network to move forward with the next phase of ONG’s evolution.

Mainnet Upgrade Announcement

Initial update about the upcoming MainNet v3.0.0 upgrade and Consensus Nodes upgrade on December 1, 2025. This release will improve network performance and implement the approved ONG tokenomics update.

8 Years of Trust – Your Story Campaign

The first campaign to kick off Ontology’s 8th anniversary celebrations. It shares updates from the 2025 roadmap along with details on how to win rewards just for sharing your story with Ontology. We want to hear from you!

Your Guide to Joining The Node Campaign

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After three days of voting, from October 28 to October 31, 2025 (UTC), Ontology Triones Nodes reached a unanimous decision in favor of the proposal. The proposal secured over 117 million votes in approval, signaling strong consensus within the network to move forward with the next phase of ONG’s evolution.

A Vote for Long-Term Sustainability

This proposal represents a significant step in refining ONG’s tokenomics to ensure long-term stability, strengthen staking incentives, and promote sustainable ecosystem growth.

Here’s a quick recap of what’s changing and why it matters.

Key Objectives

• Cap total ONG supply at 800 million.
• Lock ONT and ONG equivalent to 100 million ONG in value to strengthen liquidity and reduce circulating supply.
• Rebalance incentives for ONT stakers while ensuring long-term token sustainability.
• ONG Max and Total Supply will decrease from 1 billion to 800 million, with 200 million ONG burned immediately.
• ONG Circulating Supply remains unchanged immediately after the event; however, circulating supply could drop to around 750 million (assuming that 1 $ONG = 1 $ONT) in the future due to the permanent lock mechanism.

Implementation Plan

1. Adjust ONG Release Curve
   • Cap total supply at 800 million ONG.
   • Extend total release period from 18 to 19 years.
   • Maintain a consistent 1 ONG per second release rate for the remaining years.
2. Released ONG Allocation
   • 80% of released ONG will continue to flow to governance as ONT staking incentives.
   • 20%, plus transaction fees, will be contributed to ecological liquidity.
3. Swap Mechanism
   • ONG will be used to acquire ONT within a set fluctuation range.
   • The acquired ONG and ONT will be paired to provide liquidity and generate LP tokens.
   • LP tokens will be burned, permanently locking the underlying assets to maintain supply discipline.

Community Q&A Highlights

Q1. How long will the ONT + ONG (worth 100 million ONG) be locked?

It’s a permanent lock.

Q2. Why extend the release period if total ONG supply decreases?

Under the previous model, the release rate increased sharply in the final years. By keeping the release rate steady at 1 ONG per second, the new plan slightly extends the schedule — from 18 to roughly 19 years — while maintaining predictable emissions.

Q3. Will ONT staking APY be affected?

Rewards will shift slightly, with ONG emissions reduced by around 20%. However, as ONG becomes scarcer, its market value could rise, potentially offsetting or even improving overall APY.

Q4. What does this mean for the Ontology ecosystem?

With the total supply capped and 200 million ONG burned immediately, and 100 million $ONG equivalent-valued $ONG and $ONT permanently locked, effective circulating supply could drop to around 750 million (assuming that 1 $ONG = 1 $ONT). This scarcity, paired with ongoing ONG utility and swapping mechanisms, should strengthen market dynamics and improve long-term network health.

Q5. Who was eligible to vote?

All Triones nodes participated via OWallet, contributing to Ontology’s decentralized governance process.

The Vote at a Glance

Proposal	ONG Tokenomics Adjustment
Voting Period	Oct 28–31, 2025 (UTC)
Vote Status	Approved
Total Votes in Favor	117,169,804
Votes Against	0
Status	Finished

What Happens Next

With the proposal approved, the Ontology team will begin implementing the updated tokenomics plan according to the outlined schedule. The gradual rollout will ensure stability across the staking ecosystem and DEX liquidity pools as the new mechanisms are introduced.

This marks an important milestone in Ontology’s ongoing effort to evolve its token economy and strengthen decentralized governance.

As always, we thank our Triones nodes for participating and shaping the direction of the Ontology network.

Stay tuned for implementation updates and the next phase of Ontology’s roadmap.