Conclusion

A recap of the $GRAY token's role within the Gradient protocol

The $GRAY token is structurally integrated into the protocol’s core mechanics — not as an accessory, but as a means to reinforce participation, deepen liquidity, and sustain long-term alignment between the protocol and its users.

Through its staking system, fee buybacks, deflationary design, and liquidity incentives, $GRAY ensures that those who contribute to the protocol’s function are the ones who benefit from its growth. Rather than relying on emissions or artificial rewards, Gradient channels real usage into tangible outcomes for active participants.

The result is a system where utility and contribution are tightly coupled — and where $GRAY plays a direct role in maintaining the efficiency, stability, and scalability of the platform.