$TRX is the native cryptocurrency of the TRON blockchain, a decentralized platform focused on building a free, global digital content entertainment system with distributed storage technology. Founded by Justin Sun in 2017, TRON aims to eliminate intermediaries by allowing creators to publish, own, and monetize content directly. $TRX is used for transactions, smart contracts, and staking within the TRON ecosystem. It powers decentralized applications (dApps), supports DeFi projects, and enables fast, low-cost transfers. With its high throughput and scalability, TRON has become a major player in the blockchain space, and $TRX remains a popular token for developers and users alike.