How is the total supply of Algorand calculated?

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• ShRi ShivamAug 25, 2022 · 3 years ago
  The total supply of Algorand is calculated by taking into account the initial supply of tokens and the rate at which new tokens are minted. Algorand has a fixed initial supply of tokens, and new tokens are minted through a process called staking. Stakers participate in the consensus protocol and are rewarded with newly minted tokens. This ensures that the total supply of Algorand increases gradually over time. The exact formula for calculating the total supply is determined by the Algorand protocol and can be found in the Algorand whitepaper.
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• el-codeMar 05, 2024 · a year ago
  Calculating the total supply of Algorand involves considering the initial distribution of tokens and the rate at which new tokens are added to the network. The Algorand protocol has a predetermined inflation rate, which determines how many new tokens are minted per block. This inflation rate is designed to ensure a gradual increase in the total supply of Algorand over time. Additionally, the protocol also takes into account token burns and other factors that may affect the total supply. Overall, the total supply of Algorand is a dynamic value that is influenced by various factors within the network.
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• Feroz KhanAug 15, 2022 · 3 years ago
  The total supply of Algorand is determined by the Algorand protocol and is calculated based on the initial distribution of tokens and the rate at which new tokens are minted. The protocol ensures a gradual increase in the total supply over time through a combination of staking rewards and inflation. Stakers participate in the consensus process and are rewarded with newly minted tokens, which contributes to the overall supply. It's important to note that the total supply of Algorand can also be affected by token burns or other token-related events that may occur within the network.
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