#USChinaTradeTalks is the native currency of the Cosmos network. The Cosmos project aims to solve the problem of "interoperability" between different blockchains. In other words, it makes it easy for different blockchains to communicate, share data, and transfer currencies, which are often isolated from each other.

Main uses of ATOM:

Transaction fees: ATOM is used to pay transaction fees on the Cosmos network.

Governance: ATOM holders can participate in decision-making related to the development and changes of the network.

Staking and consensus mechanism: ATOM is used in the network's consensus mechanism "Proof of Stake". ATOM holders stake their coins to support the security of the network and validate transactions, and they receive rewards for doing so.