> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.ailayer.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.ailayer.xyz/ailayer-introduction/ailayer-tokenomics.md).

# AILayer Tokenomics

> AILayer is the first Bitcoin Layer 2 network built to support the mass adoption of AI applications through seamless integration of Web3 infrastructure and Bitcoin security. The native token, $AIL, serves as the backbone of the AILayer ecosystem — empowering governance, securing the network, and incentivizing both technical and community participants.
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> With a total supply of 1,000,000,000 AIL, AILayer’s token economy is designed to foster long-term alignment between ecosystem contributors and the network’s growth. The design incorporates gradual unlocking mechanisms, a clear allocation strategy, and utility to support sustainable development.

### Token Utility

The $AIL token powers several core functionalities across the AILayer ecosystem:

* Validator Staking: Validators stake AIL tokens to secure the network and earn rewards.\ <br>
* Governance: Token holders can vote on proposals, upgrades, and network decisions.\ <br>
* Gas Fee Sharing: Stakers can share network transaction fee revenues.\ <br>
* AI Incentives: Rewards for contributing to AI model development and deployment.\ <br>
* AI Prover Staking: Users must stake AIL to become eligible AI Provers within the network.\ <br>
* LaunchPad Participation: Token holders can stake AIL to access new project allocations.\ <br>
* AI Ecosystem Utility: AIL tokens are used for discounts and payments within the AI-powered dApp ecosystem.

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