$NIGHT functions as the main utility token in the network. This means that this token *must* be used for:

* **Paying Transaction Fees:** Every time a user or dApp interacts with the Midnight blockchain—be it sending funds, executing smart contracts, or verifying identities—the fees are settled in $NIGHT .

* **Node/Validator Incentives:** Node operators who secure the network and process transactions receive rewards in the form of $NIGHT . This creates a healthy economic loop where participation is rewarded, which in turn enhances the security of the network. @MidnightNetwork #night