How does ARC earn money?

So, let me get this straight. ARC, being a cryptocurrency or a blockchain-based platform, doesn't exactly "earn" money in the traditional sense, right? But I'm curious about the mechanics behind its revenue generation. Does ARC generate income through transaction fees? Or does it have a unique token model where the value appreciation of ARC tokens drives its earnings? Is there a mix of these, or do they follow a completely different revenue model altogether? I'd love to understand the specifics behind how ARC actually brings in the dough.