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# Node Delegation

Bluwhale Nodes become active only after staking $BLUAI or delegating operations.\
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This section outlines the activation costs and options for **Master Nodes** and **Common Nodes** following the $BLUAI Token Generation Event (TGE).

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### Master Nodes

#### Activation

* **One-time stake requirement:** `5,000 $BLUAI`
* **Delegation option:**
  * Delegate to Bluwhale for automated operation
  * Cost as follows
    * 300 $BLUAI /month 
    * 1500 $BLUAI/Bi-annual
    * 2500 $BLUAI/annual
* **Self-operation option:**
  * Run your own Nodes without delegation fee\
    (TBC on User Instructions) 

#### Notes

* Delegated nodes are maintained by Bluwhale, removing operational overhead.
* Self-operated nodes give the operator full control but require technical management.

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### Common Nodes

#### Activation

* **One-time stake requirement:** `500 $BLUAI`
* **Operation:**
  * Must be run by the operator directly
  * No delegation option available

#### Notes

* Common Nodes are lightweight entry points for individual operators.
* Lower staking cost but without delegation or community referral features.

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### Summary

| Node Type  | Stake Requirement | Delegation Option | Delegation Fee                                                                                                                                            | Operation Mode       |
| ---------- | ----------------- | ----------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------------------- |
| **Master** | `5,000 $BLUAI`    | Yes               | <p>300 $BLUAI/month (or equivalent USDT)<br></p><p>1,500 $BLUAI/Bi-annual (or equivalent USDT)</p><p><br>2,500 <br>$BLUAI/annual (or equivalent USDT)</p> | Delegate or Self-Run |
| **Common** | `500 $BLUAI`      | No                | N/A                                                                                                                                                       | Self-Run Only        |

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### Key Considerations

* **Staking is mandatory** to activate any node after $BLUAI TGE.
* **Delegation** is optional for Master Nodes only and provides ease of operation with fees payable in either $BLUAI or USDT.
* **Self-operation** requires running the node server with proper uptime and technical setup.