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# Key Funding Details

**Shihu’s** **funding mechanism** is designed to maximize investor protection while ensuring sustainable project development. With a **BNB-only model**, transparent tokenomics, and a robust refund mechanism, Shihu aims to set a new standard in decentralized fundraising.

#### Softcap and Hardcap

* **Soft cap:** 30% of the total raise. This is the minimum amount required for the fundraising campaign to proceed.
* **Hard cap:** 100% of the total raise. This represents the maximum limit of funds that can be raised.

#### BNB-Only Fundraising

The fundraising process is conducted entirely in **BNB** (Binance Coin). Smart contracts manage the tokenomics, ensuring fairness and transparency in fund distribution.

#### Fixed Tokenomics Allocation

Funds raised will be allocated according to the following structure:

* **5%:** Platform fee for Shihu to support operational costs and ecosystem growth.
* **30%:** Developer allocation to support project development, maintenance, and future enhancements.
* **65%:** Liquidity provision to ensure stability and accessibility of tokens within the ecosystem.

Token supply will be distributed as follows:

* **39.4%:** Used to provide liquidity on PancakeSwap to facilitate seamless trading.
* **60.6%:** Distributed to users who participated in the fundraising process.

***Note: Liquidity Pool (LP) is auto-added if the project reaches its hard cap before the fundraising period ends.***

#### Refund Mechanism

To uphold investor confidence, Shihu employs a strict refund mechanism:

* If the fundraising campaign does not achieve the soft cap within **48 hours**, the campaign is deemed unsuccessful.
* In such a case, all participants will be refunded their full contributions automatically via smart contracts, ensuring trust and security.


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