Token Utility

Swarm Network's native token is far more than a reward mechanism; it underpins every layer of Swarm's decentralized truth infrastructure.

1. Swarm Truth Protocol Mainnet: All protocol transactions require gas fees paid in Swarm Network's native token, similar to transaction fees on other blockchain networks. These fees ensure network security and incentivize validator participation while preventing spam attacks.

2. Verification Fees:

   • dApps, data platforms, and end-users consuming verified information pay a small fee in Swarm Network's native token, channeled into Agent Operation Pools and staking rewards.

3. Staking & Governance:

   • Holders can stake Swarm Network's native token to secure the network, influence protocol parameters, and propose new initiatives.

   • The DAO Treasury (5% of supply) is governed by staked tokenholders, funding ecosystem grants, new expansions, and community-driven proposals.

4. Licensing & Customization:

   • Agent BUIDL (upcoming) will allow license owners to train and customize AI agents for specialized tasks, with Swarm Network's native token used to unlock or upgrade advanced features.

5. Access & Premium Services:

   • Certain advanced analytics, real-time data feeds, or domain-specific agent "swarms" may require staking or holding Swarm Network's native token to unlock privileged access.

6. Ecosystem Incentives:

   • From user onboarding (airdrops) to specialized bounties, Swarm Network's native token motivates participants to continuously refine the network, expand coverage, and challenge malicious behaviors.

Overall, these utilities bind Swarm Network's native token to day-to-day usage of Swarm's verification ecosystem, fostering ongoing demand beyond speculation.