Compound is the native utility token of the network under the same name. It powers the ecosystem of the platform specializing in lending and borrowing crypto. It belongs to a DeFi lending protocol that allows users to earn interest on their cryptocurrencies by depositing them into one of several pools supported by the platform. Compound is distributed daily and has a fixed supply. The exact number of the remaining tokens, as well as those in circulation, can be seen on the website which also has a FAQ about the tokens. According to the answers provided there, token holders can debate, propose, and vote on all changes to the protocol using COMP. The platform retains a 50 percent distribution of tokens between the suppliers and borrowers on various markets. Every interaction on the ecosystem also results in the automatic transfer of COMP to your wallet. With COMP, users can lend and borrow crypto immediately, without having to spend the time, effort, or cost of dealing with a traditional financial intermediary. It has real value and brings benefit rather than being just a token. COMP and its use-cases incentivize the user to stay loyal to the platform. Compound’s CTO and CEO have previously worked in high-profile roles at Postmates and continue to hold executive positions. They also claim to have world-class investors. Nowadays, COMP occupies a place within the top-50 cryptos. Another advantage is that it can be traded for both fiat and crypto. COMP is also represented on Binance and many major exchanges.