Token-based vesting schedules or milestone-based releases are mechanisms that gradually unlock tokens or equity over time, contingent on specific conditions or achievements. This approach:

1. Encourages long-term commitment and retention

2. Ties rewards to performance and milestones

3. Provides a sense of accomplishment and motivation

4. Aligns employee interests with company goals

5. Offers flexibility in token or equity distribution

Examples of token-based vesting schedules or milestone-based releases include:

1. Time-based vesting (e.g., 25% of tokens unlock each year over 4 years)

2. Performance-based vesting (e.g., tokens unlock when specific goals or milestones are achieved)

3. Cliff vesting (e.g., 100% of tokens unlock after a certain period or milestone)

4. Milestone-based releases (e.g., tokens unlock when a specific project or product is launched)

By implementing token-based vesting schedules or milestone-based releases, companies in the blockchain and crypto space can create a balanced and performance-driven approach to token distribution, promoting sustainable growth and success.