# FAQs

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<summary>What is $BTCV?</summary>

$BTCV (Bitcoin on Virtuals) is a deflationary token on Virtuals backed by real Bitcoin mining. It channels on-chain activity into miners and routes mining yield back to holders via buybacks, burns, and airdrops.

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<summary>How do I earn rewards with $BTCV?</summary>

You earn through:

* **Airdrops** in $cbBTC and $BTCB if you holding at least **100,000 $BTCV**
* **Buyback & burn effects** that reduce $BTCV supply over time
* Optional cross-holding of $BTCB to unlock additional $BTCV and $cbBTC rewards

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<summary>Do I need to stake or lock my tokens?</summary>

No.

* Holding **100,000 $BTCV** in any supported Ethereum wallet is sufficient to activate rewards.
* There is no staking, no lock period, and no manual claiming required.

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<summary>How often are rewards distributed?</summary>

* Early on, distributions may be **quarterly or monthly**, depending on pool size and operations.
* As the mining pool and infrastructure mature, the target is a **weekly payout cadence**.
* Exact schedules can adapt based on market conditions, operational performance, and gas efficiency.

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<summary>How can I verify mining performance and burns?</summary>

The project roadmap includes:

* A public **transparency dashboard** showing mining revenue, buybacks, burns, and rewards.
* **Institutional-grade analytics** for yield metrics, supply reduction, and holder stats.
* Public **on-chain proofs** and verifiable wallet flows.

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<summary>What are the main risks?</summary>

* $BTCV, $BTCB, and $cbBTC are **highly volatile cryptoassets**.
* Mining profitability depends on **BTC price**, **network difficulty**, **energy costs**, and **operational risk**.

You should always:

* Do your own research.
* Never invest more than you can afford to lose.
* Consult appropriate legal, tax, or financial professionals where needed.

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