Become a QoreChain Validator
QoreChain validators secure the network, operate cross-chain bridges, and earn multi-stream revenue from block production, bridge attestations, and cross-chain operations across 25+ connected blockchains.
Multi-Stream Validator Revenue
Unlike single-chain validators that earn only block rewards, QoreChain validators participate in cross-network operations that generate additional revenue streams. At network maturity, approximately 60% of projected validator revenue comes from cross-chain bridge attestation fees and cross-network operations.
1. Block production rewards (from the 37% validator share of fees)
2. Bridge watcher attestation fees (earned for validating cross-chain transactions across 25+ chains)
3. Cross-chain operation fees (earned from routing and settling inter-chain transactions)
Validator Selection
QoreChain uses reputation-based validator selection alongside stake weighting. Validators build reputation through uptime, honest attestation history, and network contribution, not just capital. This reduces centralization pressure and rewards operational excellence.
Requirements
Minimum Stake: 100,000 QOR
Hardware Specifications
| Component | Requirement |
|---|---|
| CPU | Modern multi-core (8+ cores recommended) |
| RAM | 16GB+ |
| Storage | SSD, 200GB+ (blockchain grows ~50GB/year) |
| Network | 100+ Mbps dedicated, low latency preferred |
| Uptime | >95% required to avoid slashing |
Slashing Parameters
| Condition | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Downtime slashing | 0.01% (after missing 10,000 blocks) |
| Double-sign slashing | 5% |
| Unbonding period | 21 days |
Validator Pool Classification
Dynamic, reclassified every 1,000 blocks
| Pool | Block Share | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| RPoS Pool | 40% | Reputation ≥ 70th percentile AND stake ≥ median |
| DPoS Pool | 35% | Total delegation ≥ 10,000 QOR |
| PoS Pool | 25% | All remaining validators |
Maximum validators: 100 (configurable via governance)
Minimum commission: 0%
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