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2 changes: 1 addition & 1 deletion docs/governance/governance-architecture.mdx
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New node operators will be approved, onboarded, and rotated on a quarterly basis, or sooner in the event of major network expansion (e.g. the launch of new [Realms](https://spark.litprotocol.com/enhancing-threshold-security-and-performance-at-scale-introducing-shadow-splicing/) to scale the network).
In the future, as the network scales and new Realms are spun up, new node operators may be selected for participation in specific Realms even outside of regular onboarding windows.

The initial node operator set will be selected via a staking contest beginning after Lit’s token generation event (TGE).
The initial node operator set has been selected via a staking contest that ran after Lit’s token generation event (TGE). You can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).
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Extra space between sentences. Should use a single space: "The initial node operator set has been selected via a staking contest that ran after Lit's token generation event (TGE). You can always stake"

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The initial node operator set has been selected via a staking contest that ran after Lit’s token generation event (TGE). You can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).
The initial node operator set has been selected via a staking contest that ran after Lit’s token generation event (TGE). You can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).

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To learn more about node operations, please reference the [node operator](/node-ops/overview) docs.

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title: "Staking and Delegation"
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<Note>
A 10% bonus will be applied to stakers / delegators who participate in the [Lit Staking Contest](/node-ops/staking-contest/logistics) to select the genesis operator set. This bonus will be applied to your locked balance after the v1 DKG. Stake or delegate using the Lit staking portal: https://staking.litprotocol.com/
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This page covers how staking and delegation works for token holders. If you're a node operator, please check out the related staking and delegation page in the [node operations](/node-ops/staking-and-delegation) documentation.

## Overview

LITKEY token holders can lock their tokens to help secure the Lit network and earn a share of staking rewards. To delegate your tokens to a Lit Node Operator, please visit the [Lit staking portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/). If you’re a node operator, or interested in running a node, please visit the [node operations docs](/node-ops/overview).

Staking rewards are distributed according to each individual's **stake weight**, calculated as a function of the number of tokens staked and a time lock mechanism, covered in depth in the sections below. Staking reward distribution will begin after the staking contest emds and the genesis node operator set has been selected. Details [here](/node-ops/staking-contest/logistics).
Staking rewards are distributed according to each individual's **stake weight**, calculated as a function of the number of tokens staked and a time lock mechanism, covered in depth in the sections below. Staking reward distribution will begin after the Naga Mainnet is live.

Please see the sections below for details on how staking rewards are calculated, distributed, and how you can participate in securing the Lit network today.

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#### Bonus for Pre-DKG Stakers / Delegators

A [staking contest](/node-ops/staking-contest/logistics) is being run to select the genesis node operator set, open to all prospective node operators and / or token delegators. A 10% bonus will be applied to the locked balance of anyone who participates in the contest. The bonus will be distributed after the v1 DKG is complete.
A [staking contest](/node-ops/staking-contest/logistics) was run to select the genesis node operator set, open to all prospective node operators and / or token delegators.

#### Transition to veLITKEY

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In order to delegate to a node operator of your choosing, please visit the [staking portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).

As a LITKEY holder, you can delegate your tokens to any node operator given they have registered their node on the staking portal. By delegating your stake to a node operator, you are helping them boost their rank during the staking contest, increasing the chance of them being selected for the genesis validator set. All delegators retain ownership of their tokens while sharing in the staking rewards distributed to each node.
As a LITKEY holder, you can delegate your tokens to any node operator given they have registered their node on the staking portal. By delegating your stake to a node operator, you are helping them secure the Lit Protocol Network. All delegators retain ownership of their tokens while sharing in the staking rewards distributed to each node.

### Getting Started

Staking will begin on October 30th at 00:00 UTC following the Lit Protocol TGE.
Staking is live now and you can stake any time. Please visit the [staking portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/) to begin your staking journey.
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title: "Overview"
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<Tip>
$LITKEY and the Staking Contest to Select the Genesis Node Operator Set for the Naga Mainnet are now LIVE.

[Learn More](https://spark.litprotocol.com/litkey-is-live/).
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Lit Protocol has established an initial governance system to guide and organize its development and operations. This system exists to manage decision-making related to the core protocol, the infrastructure that supports it, and the broader ecosystem of applications built on top of it.

## Purpose
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$LITKEY and the Staking Contest to Select the Genesis Node Operator Set for the Naga Mainnet are now LIVE. [Learn More](https://spark.litprotocol.com/litkey-is-live/).
The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest is completed, the node operators have been selected and the network is being set up right now. Note that you can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).
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Extra space between sentences. Should use a single space: "The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest"

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The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest is completed, the node operators have been selected and the network is being set up right now. Note that you can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).
The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest is completed, the node operators have been selected and the network is being set up right now. Note that you can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).

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Inconsistent tense usage. The first part uses "will be" (future tense) while the rest uses "is completed" (present perfect) and "is being set up" (present continuous). Consider revising to: "The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest has been completed, the node operators have been selected, and the network is being set up right now."

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The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest is completed, the node operators have been selected and the network is being set up right now. Note that you can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).
The Naga Mainnet will be live soon. The Staking Contest has been completed, the node operators have been selected, and the network is being set up right now. Note that you can always stake your tokens to support the network and earn rewards via the [Staking Portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/).

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If you're looking to deploy in production today ahead of the launch of the Naga Mainnet, you can use the Datil Mainnet Beta. Please reference the [Legacy Documentation](https://developer.litprotocol.com/) to get started.
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## Active Nodes

The Naga node operator set will be selected via a staking contest following the Lit TGE. Any party interested in running a node will be able to participate, and the top 10 node operators based on "[stake weight](https://github.com/LIT-Protocol/LITKEY-Token-Paper-v1/blob/main/%24LITKEY%20Whitepaper%20-%20v1.pdf)" will make up the initial operator set. More information will be shared ahead of the launch.
The Naga node operator set was selected via a staking contest that ran following the Lit TGE. The top 10 node operators based on "[stake weight](https://github.com/LIT-Protocol/LITKEY-Token-Paper-v1/blob/main/%24LITKEY%20Whitepaper%20-%20v1.pdf)" were selected by the community.

Interested in running a node? [Reach out.](https://forms.gle/n4WKtsyxaduEz8dDA)
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<Tip>
$LITKEY and the Staking Contest to Select the Genesis Node Operator Set for the Naga Mainnet are now LIVE.

[Learn More](https://spark.litprotocol.com/litkey-is-live/).
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Lit Protocol is secured and operated by a decentralized network of validator nodes. These nodes are responsible for executing the threshold cryptographic operations that underpin the core functionality of the network, including signing, encryption, decryption, and private compute via Lit Actions.

Each node participates in threshold signature multi-party computation (TSS MPC) protocols and operates inside a confidential compute environment (TEE), ensuring that no single operator can access plaintext key material or violate policy constraints.
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## Mainnet Node Operator Selection: The Staking Contest

A staking and delegation contest will be run to select the genesis validator set for Lit Protocol’s upcoming Naga mainnet. The contest is open to anyone who meets the hardware and staking requirements and expectations which are covered in depth in the next section.
A staking and delegation contest was run to select the genesis validator set for Lit Protocol’s Naga mainnet.

To whitelist your node, visit https://staking.litprotocol.com/

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Lit Protocol is currently a federated network, meaning node operations are not fully permissionless at this time. Instead, validator participation is governed through Lit’s governance model and managed by the Lit Protocol Council.

- Genesis Validator Set: The first group of mainnet validators will be chosen via staking and delegation. At the end of the staking contest, the top 10 operators based on their total stake weight will be selected as the genesis validator set. Read more about the initial selection process in the Staking Contest Docs.
- Genesis Validator Set: The first group of mainnet validators will be chosen via staking and delegation. At the end of the staking contest, the top 10 operators based on their total stake weight will be selected as the genesis validator set. Read more about the initial selection process in the [Staking Contest Docs](/node-ops/staking-contest/logistics).

- Ongoing Onboarding: After the genesis validator set has been selected, new nodes will be onboarded or rotated quarterly or as needed (for example, if a node leaves, is slashed, or a new network/Realm is spun up).

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## Staking Contest: Selecting the Genesis Validator Set for the Lit Protocol Mainnet

The V1 Mainnet launch will commence with a distributed key generation (DKG) process initiated by the top 10 node operators by total stake weight (see sections below) to be determined through a competitive staking and delegation contest.
The V1 Mainnet launch will commence with a distributed key generation (DKG) process initiated by the top 10 node operators by total stake weight (see sections below) which has been determined through a competitive staking and delegation contest.

Stake weight is calculated as a combination of the number of tokens as node operator self-stakes and has delegated to them, as well as a timelock mechanism which is covered in detail in the [\$LITKEY token white paper](https://github.com/LIT-Protocol/LITKEY-Token-Paper-v1).

The staking contest will be conducted in three phases:
The staking contest was conducted in three phases:

### 1. Whitelist Open

The whitelist for the staking contest is now open on the [Lit Protocol staking portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/register). This is where you will register your node for the contest and where token holders will be able to delegate stake to you once the contest begins. For a comprehensive list of requirements, please reference the [node ops documentation](/node-ops/overview).
The whitelist for the staking contest was opened on the [Lit Protocol staking portal](https://staking.litprotocol.com/register). This is where node operators registered for the contest and where token holders were able to delegate stake during the contest. For a comprehensive list of requirements, please reference the [node ops documentation](/node-ops/overview).

### 2. Contest Begins

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