Q Root Nodes
Root Nodes are distinguished experts and industry leaders selected by Q Token Holders. They use their specialized knowledge and impartial judgment to safeguard both the Q ecosystem and external projects, providing incorruptible oversight as a neutral third party.
Discover current members of the Root Node panel
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Fully decentralized code upgrades
Enter the Root Node panel
Apply to become a Root Node and contribute to establishing sound governance in Web3.
Root Node functions
- Verify constitutionality of proposed protocol changes
- Decentralized implementation of code upgrades and community decisions
- Impartial oversight of Expert Panel decisions
- Neutral third-party oversight of treasuries to protect against governance exploits
- Oracle connecting off-chain realities to the on-chain world
- Execution of arbitral awards
- Rule-based non-deterministic slashing of stake
Why do you need Root Nodes?
Without enforcement, any set of rules and the resolutions arising from it are worthless.
Q is unique in that it provides a credibly neutral and credibly fair layer of human-centered nodes to ensure compliance with rules adopted by a decentralized organization.
Q’s Root Nodes can review and interpret human-readable rules. They can then codify judgments on-chain, pushing a transaction that enforces the ruling. They provide an incorruptible link between the on-chain and the off-chain world. This enables anyone to work with decentralized partners in a truly trusted way
FAQ
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