# ATOM-USD · catalysts, narrative & risks

**Deep-research report — K3vl4r**  
**Symbols:** ATOM-USD  
**Sources:** 20  
**Published:** 2026-10-02  
**Canonical:** https://app.k3vl4r.com/research/deep-research-atom-usd-catalysts-narrative-risks-2166

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# ATOM (ATOM-USD) — Digital Asset Brief (as of ~2026-10-02)

**Clarification:** ATOM is the native token of the Cosmos Hub, a proof-of-stake Layer 1 and the coordination/routing layer of the Cosmos ecosystem [[3]](https://coinstats.app/ai/a/fundamental-analysis-cosmos). "ATOM-USD" simply denotes ATOM priced in dollars; ATOM is not a security, listed company, ETF, or equity.

## Current Snapshot
CoinStats captured ATOM at **$1.75** (+1.00% over 24h) on October 1, 2026, with a market cap of ~$931M, 24h volume of ~$52.5M, circulating supply of ~533.5M ATOM, a rank of **#113**, and a price ~96% below its $43.84 all-time high [[3]](https://coinstats.app/ai/a/fundamental-analysis-cosmos). blockchain.reported ATOM near $1.76 around the same time [[15]](https://blockchain.news/news/20261001-price-prediction-atom-184-or-bust-octobers-critical-make).

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