> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://kvants.gitbook.io/kvants-whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://kvants.gitbook.io/kvants-whitepaper/ai-credits-the-kvai-utility-token.md).

# AI Credits: The KVAI Utility Token

KVAI is the consumption token for metered AI compute inside Kvants Studio.

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Staked KVAI unlocks VIP tiers and platform feature access. The staked amount sets how much AI compute effort your account can request.
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This section frames the workflow in terms of visible controls, user choices, and documented limits. Capabilities are described as software tools that the user directs and reviews.

![AI Credits: The KVAI Utility Token](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/KvantsPlatform/kvants-whitepaper-assets/main/assets/credits.png)

*The Credits page shows balance, tiers, deposits, and metered usage context. Acquisition shown is user-initiated via the user's own wallet and public DEX routing; nothing on this page is a solicitation to acquire KVAI.*