The Optimism governance community has approved a groundbreaking plan to link the value of its OP token to the network's financial performance. The decision, finalized in January 2025, mandates that 50% of net profits from the Superchain sequencer will fund a one-year OP token buyback program. This initiative marks a significant shift in Layer 2 tokenomics, aiming to create a direct value-accrual mechanism for token holders. The proposal, OP-0017, received 84.4% support, reflecting strong community consensus. Starting February 2025, the Optimism Foundation will allocate half of all net sequencer profits to purchasing OP tokens from the open market, with these tokens being transferred to the Optimism Treasury. The final use of these tokens will be determined by future community votes, ensuring ongoing democratic control over capital allocation. This buyback plan introduces a tangible, cash-flow-based valuation model, addressing a common critique in crypto-economics. By tying token demand to protocol profits, Optimism is testing a hybrid model that blends decentralized governance with corporate finance principles, potentially setting a new standard for Layer 2 networks.