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# Token Utility at the Core

The native $DMIND token fuels every transaction:

* **Pay for AI training jobs**
* **Reward data contributors**
* **Stake for reputation and governance**
* **Buy AI services in the marketplace**

It’s the **lifeblood of the ecosystem**—ensuring fair value exchange, incentivized behavior, and network sustainability.