The stOSMO token functions as a representative of OSMO, the native token of the Osmosis Zone, a liquidity-centric hub and the most substantial chain by Total Value Locked (TVL) within the Cosmos ecosystem. Stride introduces stOSMO as its liquid staking token (LST) representative for OSMO, offering users an avenue to convert staked OSMO into stOSMO. By staking OSMO with Stride, users can earn stOSMO, which are redeemable for OSMO at a 1:1 ratio, subject to the unbonding period on OSMO. With stOSMO, users can retain liquidity in their staked tokens while also earning staking rewards. This conversion retains value and serves as a versatile asset in DeFi engagements, with an 18.19% staking reward.