# Bio V2 FAQs

### General

**What is the main difference between the Bio V1 and Bio V2?** The new V2 launchpad shifts from a model of large, one-time fundraising rounds to a model that supports smaller, low-cap launches. The goal is to create sustainable, long-term funding for projects through secondary market trading fees, rather than relying on a large initial treasury.

**Why a Ignition sale instead of an auction?** An Ignition Sale provides a more transparent and fair entry point for all community members. It prevents gas wars and ensures that all participants in the initial sale receive the same price.

**What chains is the V2 Launchpad available on?** The launchpad will first be made available on Base. Upcoming iterations will be on Solana, BNB, ETH Mainnet, and potentially other chains depending on ecosystem support.

**What is a typical Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV) for a new project launch?** While it depends, \~$200K can be used as a good approximation.

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### Ignition Sale Participation & Allocation

**How do I get an allocation in a launch?** To get an allocation, you need to pledge your [BioXP](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio/bioxp) and commit `BIO` during the Ignition sale period. Your final allocation is determined by how many BioXP you pledge relative to the total number of points pledged by all participants.

**Is there a maximum allocation per person?** Yes. To ensure broad and decentralized participation, a single wallet address cannot purchase more than 0.5% of the total token supply in any given launch.

**What happens if a sale is oversubscribed?** Your allocation is calculated pro-rata based on your share of the total BioXP pledged. If you committed more `BIO` than your final allocation allows for, the excess `BIO` and any unused BioXP will be returned to you.

**Can a launch fail? What happens then?** Yes, a launch fails if it does not meet its minimum raise goal by the end of the sale period. If this happens, all committed `BIO` and pledged BioXP are returned to the participants.

**Is there a minimum amount of `BIO` or BioXP I need to commit to participate?** No, there is not. Anyone can participate at any amount for any reason

**If a whale pledges enough BioXP to get more than the 0.5% max allocation, are their excess points refunded or are they wasted?** This depends on the launch. In an over subscription model, it's very possible that excess BioXP will be needed to purchase a full 0.5% of an asset's token. Unused BioXP will be returned to users after the launch.

**If I only get a partial allocation due to oversubscription, does my unused BioXP get returned?** Yes

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### BioXP

**What are BioXP points and what is their main purpose?** BioXP is a points system that rewards on-chain and social engagement. Its primary purpose is to **secure an allocation in new token launches**. The more BioXP you pledge to a sale, the larger your potential purchase allocation will be.

**How do I earn BioXP?** You can earn BioXP through several activities:

* Staking `BIO` to get `veBIO`.
* Staking ecosystem tokens (IP Tokens, BioAgent tokens, BioDAO tokens).

**Do my BioXP points expire?** Yes. Generally, BioXP points expire 14 days after they are earned. The special retroactive points distributed to early supporters will expire one month after the first Ignition Sale on V2.

**How does my BioXP pledge determine my allocation in an oversubscribed sale?** Your allocation is calculated pro-rata. It’s based on the share of BioXP you pledged relative to the total BioXP pledged by all participants. For example, if you pledge 0.05% of the total BioXP in a sale, you are entitled to purchase up to 0.05% of the tokens for sale (up to the maximum cap of 0.1% of total supply per user). Unused points and committed `USDC` are returned.

**What is the best way to earn BioXP?** While staking `BIO` earns you the most BioXP, the most effective XP earning strategy is to also stake other ecosystem tokens, particularly in the first 30-60 days of the ecosystem token going live.

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### `veBIO` Specifics

**What is `veBIO` and how is it different from `vBIO`?** `veBIO` (vote-escrowed BIO) is a new token you receive for staking `BIO` for a specific duration, and it represents your voting power in protocol governance. It is completely separate from `vBIO` (vesting BIO), which is a pure vesting token of `BIO`. The `vBIO` will remain for existing `vBIO` holders to claim their tokens as they unlock. `vBIO` cannot be turned into `veBIO`. Only once a user has received the underlying `BIO` from the `vBIO`, they can decide to stake that `BIO` to turn it into `veBIO`.

**How is my `veBIO` balance calculated?** Your `veBIO` balance is based on both the amount of `BIO` you stake and the remaining duration of your lock.

**What is a vote-escrowed veToken system?** A vote escrow (VE) system is a mechanism where you lock up a protocol's native token (like `BIO`) for a set period. In return, you receive a non-transferable "vote-escrowed" token. The longer you lock your tokens, the more veTokens you get, which translates to greater voting power in governance and, typically, a larger share of rewards.

**Why do protocols like Bio use veToken models?** veToken models are designed to foster a community of long-term supporters. By rewarding users who lock their tokens, the protocol discourages short-term speculation ("mercenary capital") and ensures that the most influential voters are those with a significant, long-term vested interest in the project's success.

**What is "auto-renewal" and why should I use it?** Auto-renewal continuously resets your lock duration. This prevents your `veBIO` balance from degrading over time, allowing you to maintain maximum voting power and BioXP earning potential from your staked `BIO`. Once you toggle it off, the decay on your `veBIO` balance will begin from that point.

**Can I unstake my `BIO` before my lock-up period ends?** No. Once `$BIO` is staked for `veBIO`, the tokens are locked and cannot be withdrawn until the chosen duration expires. If you would like more flexilibity, consider shorter lock durations with auto-renewal activated.

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### **Staking Ecosystem Tokens (BioAgents, IPTs, BioDAOs)**

**How is staking ecosystem tokens different from staking `BIO`?** Staking ecosystem tokens (like Agent tokens) is more flexible. There is no variable lock-up duration. However, when you decide to unstake, there is a mandatory **2-week unstaking period**. During these two weeks, your tokens will no longer earn BioXP, and you can only claim them back after the period is over.

**Why would I stake my ecosystem tokens?** Staking ecosystem tokens is another way to earn BioXP, which are essential for participating in new token launches. It allows you to generate earning power from your holdings within the Bio ecosystem.

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Staking an ecosystem token does not yield `veBIO` Or any form of vote escrow ecosystem token.
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## Related Information

**Protocol Information:**

* [**BIO Token Guide**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/bio) - Complete guide to acquiring and using BIO
* [**veBIO Token Guide**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/vebio) - Detailed veBIO mechanics and governance
* [**BioXP Guide**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/bioxp) - How to earn and use BioXP points
* [**Staking Overview**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio) - Complete staking system overview

**Launching & Participation:**

* [**The Launcher**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/launcher) - How Ignition sales work
* [**Launchpad FAQ**](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/launchpad-faq) - Common questions about participation