GitHub Repository Tokenization Proposal

The Problem

Software creators and contributors have no direct equity stake in the projects they build. In a world where the stablecoin economy is approaching $100 trillion, software projects remain disconnected from tokenized venture capital and direct stablecoin payments.

Current limitations include:

🚫 No equity tokenization: Contributors can't own shares in the software they build
💰 Missed funding opportunities: Can't receive tokenized VC funding directly to contributors
🏢 No path to real equity: No way to convert project tokens to company shares when commercializing
💸 Disconnected from stablecoin economy: Can't receive payments/dividends in USDC/USDT directly
⚡ Default creation flow ignores tokenization: Users must seek external tools instead of native GitHub integration

Our Solution

Make repository tokenization the DEFAULT when clicking GitHub's green "Create repository" button.

Our proposal transforms software creation into equity distribution:

🏦 Tokens = Equity Shares: Repository tokens represent actual ownership stakes in the software project
🔗 Multi-Blockchain Support: Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin SV (BSV), Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, BSC, Cardano, Avalanche
🏢 Conversion to Real Shares: Project tokens automatically convert to company equity when incorporating
💰 Direct VC Funding: Tokenized venture capital flows directly to token holders via stablecoins
💸 Dividend Distribution: Software revenue paid in stablecoins automatically distributes to token holders
🎯 Default Integration: Tokenization becomes standard practice, not an afterthought

This creates a direct bridge between open source development and the $100 trillion stablecoin economy, making every software project a potential startup with distributed equity from day one.

See the Green Button in Action

Experience how tokenization integrates directly into GitHub's famous green "Create repository" button - making equity distribution the default for all software projects:

Create repository

The Famous Green Button
Now with Built-in Tokenization & Equity Distribution
See how tokens become shares, and shares become real equity!

View Interactive Demo

Key Benefits

Real Equity Ownership

Contributors own actual shares in software projects that convert to company equity upon incorporation.

Direct Stablecoin Revenue

Software payments in USDC/USDT automatically distribute as dividends to token holders.

Tokenized VC Funding

Venture capital flows directly to contributors via stablecoins, bypassing traditional funding bottlenecks.

Liquid Equity Markets

Project tokens can be traded on DEXs, creating liquid markets for software equity.

$100T Stablecoin Economy

Tap into the massive and growing stablecoin economy for payments and funding.

Default Startup Mode

Every new repository becomes a potential startup with distributed equity from creation.

Real-World Use Cases

Software Startups

Every new repository becomes a potential startup with distributed equity from day one. When the project incorporates, tokens automatically convert to real company shares. Contributors become actual shareholders receiving dividends in stablecoins.

Stablecoin Revenue Distribution

Software that charges customers in USDC/USDT can automatically distribute revenue to token holders as dividends. No complex payment systems - direct stablecoin flows to contributor wallets.

Tokenized Venture Capital

VCs invest directly in repository tokens using stablecoins. Funding flows immediately to all contributors proportional to their token holdings. No traditional equity dilution or complex cap tables.

Liquid Equity Trading

Project tokens trade on DEXs, creating liquid markets for software equity. Contributors can sell portions of their holdings, VCs can exit investments, and new investors can buy into promising projects.

Corporate Integration

When software projects mature and incorporate as traditional companies, token holders automatically receive equivalent company shares. Maintains continuity from open source to commercial entity.

Technical Implementation

The proposed feature integrates smoothly with GitHub's existing infrastructure:

Smart UI Design

Separate checkbox for tokenization, independent of repository visibility settings.

Multi-Blockchain Support

Support for Bitcoin (BTC), Bitcoin SV (BSV), Ethereum, Polygon, BSC, Solana, Cardano, and Avalanche networks.

Automated Token Creation

Automatic ERC-20 token deployment upon repository creation with tokenization enabled.

Contribution Tracking

Algorithm to calculate token rewards based on commits, pull requests, and code quality.

Wallet Integration

Connect GitHub accounts with crypto wallets for seamless token distribution.

Gas Fee Management

Smart gas fee optimization and batched transactions to minimize costs.

Join the Discussion

Help make this vision a reality! Your support and feedback are crucial for getting this feature integrated into GitHub.