Token Compensation Primer
Token-based compensation is an increasingly critical component of the digital assets industry. As decentralized ecosystems of value proliferate, ensuring incentive alignment among those building and participating in those ecosystems is paramount for any company developing in the space. However, token-based compensation is deceptively complex and requires a nuanced understanding of a number of corporate and tax issues to ensure that companies providing it and those receiving it are able to realize and preserve the value derived from this compensation practice.
We teamed up with our friends at Toku to learn more about how the digital assets industry is grappling with this relatively new form of compensation. Toku helpfully came up with this comprehensive report that sheds light on the major considerations and structures involved in token-based compensation.
The report includes an exploration of various types of grants, their tax implications, and other important aspects companies should be aware of before implementing this type of comp strategy. For those interested in delving further into the subject, we recommend downloading Toku's Token Grant Compensation Primer to get an informed understanding of token-based compensation and how it could be effectively utilized within your organization.
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Token-based compensation is reshaping how tech companies reward and retain talent. For a deeper dive into their mechanics and impact, check out a sneak peek of the report in the graphics below, showcasing types of token grants and key differences of each token type.
Navigating the tax implications of token-based compensation can be as critical as understanding the compensation itself. Here’s a snapshot of the tax treatment of RTAs, TPAs, and RTUs under U.S. personal income tax law, mapping out the tax journey for anyone dealing with or considering token-based compensation.
For businesses, the tax side of token incentives is complex. Here is a quick reference for companies to understand the essential tax information using token-based incentives as part of their compensation strategy.
Make informed choices in token-based compensation with this comparative table that outlines the benefits and challenges of RTAs, TPAs, and RTUs.
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