Staking and Voting

Staking

Staking means locking up tokens for a certain period, signaling commitment to the DAO and its objectives. In the case of XMAQUINA, it is mandatory to stake DEUS tokens to acquire xDEUS voting tokens that are necessary to vote. To be a voting member of the XMAQUINA DAO, users need to stake.

Beyond voting, members benefit from DAO initiatives such as DeFi and staking programs. Staking demonstrates a deeper level of engagement: those who stake have something at stake, motivating them to act in the organization’s best interest.

Voting

Once tokens are staked, participants can use their voting rights to influence the DAO’s decisions. This might include choosing which robotics and AI projects receive funding, setting rules for open collaboration, or shaping the development of the XMAQUINA ecosystem.

By allowing every staker to cast a vote, the system remains equitable and transparent. Proposals with the most support move forward, ensuring that decisions reflect the will of those who have demonstrated commitment.

Benefits for Physical AI Development

When it comes to funding physical AI projects, staking and voting help identify the proposals that are able to gather the most interest from the community. For example, if a proposal aims to improve humanoid robot designs, stakers can assess whether it aligns with shared goals, like promoting open-source robotics, advancing AI safety, or exploring new data-sharing methods. If the community agrees, the project receives funding and network support.