> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.bio.xyz/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets.md).

# About BIO, veBIO and BioXP

This section provides guides on the core assets of the Bio Protocol ecosystem.

## At a Glance

| Asset     | Type                   | How to Get                                                            | Primary Use                                                                 |
| --------- | ---------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **BIO**   | Transferable Token     | Acquire from exchanges.                                               | Staking, participating in launches, minting BioXP, and paying for services. |
| **veBIO** | Non-Transferable Token | Stake `BIO` in the governance module.                                 | Voting on protocol governance.                                              |
| **BioXP** | Points System          | Stake assets, engage on social media, or spend BIO for instant BioXP. | Priority allocation in project launches.                                    |

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This section provides guides on how to obtain the core assets of the Bio Protocol ecosystem:

* [**$BIO**](/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/bio.md)**:** The primary token for transacting and participating in the ecosystem.
* [**veBIO**](/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/vebio.md)**:** The governance token for voting on proposals and shaping the future of the protocol.
* [**BioXP**](/bio/descientists/about-bio-assets/bioxp.md)**:** The points system that rewards users for their contributions and activity within the ecosystem.

Learn more about each asset and how to acquire them in the respective subpages.

## Related Information

**Staking & Earning:**

* [**Staking & veBIO Overview**](/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio.md) - Complete staking system guide
* [**Staking BIO**](/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio/staking-bio.md) - How to stake BIO for veBIO and governance
* [**Staking Other Assets**](/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio/staking-other-assets.md) - Stake ecosystem tokens for BioXP
* [**BioXP Points System**](/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/staking-and-vebio/bioxp.md) - Detailed BioXP mechanics

**Using Your Tokens:**

* [**The Launcher**](/bio/introduction/bio-protocol-v2/launcher.md) - How to use BIO and BioXP in launches
* [**Quickstart Guides**](/bio/descientists/quickstart-guides.md) - Guide to participating in project launches