# Payment for Services

**Payment for Services** **GEM as a Payment Token**&#x20;

GEM tokens are utilized to pay for GEMEGuard's core offerings, including smart contract audits, access to advanced analytical tools, and premium notification services. This usage instills a direct demand for the token, as users require GEM to avail these critical services.

**Incentivizing Contributions** **Rewards for Data Layer Contributions**: Contributors who supply smart contract code from various blockchain platforms are compensated in GEM, promoting a diverse and comprehensive data collection.&#x20;

**Rewards for Enhancing the Analysis Engine**: Developers and teams who contribute to the enhancement of GEMEGuard's analytical algorithms are rewarded with GEM tokens, incentivizing continuous improvements.
