TLDR: VeChain shifts VTHO generation to staking as Hayabusa enters its transition phase. StarGate 2.0 brings a redesigned interface for staking and Validator monitoring. Users can delegate StarGate NFTs now, with rewards unlocking after December 9. Node tiers and Validator choices gain importance under the new reward structure. VeChain has moved into a major network [...] The post VeChain Kicks Off Hayabusa Launch as New Staking Era Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.TLDR: VeChain shifts VTHO generation to staking as Hayabusa enters its transition phase. StarGate 2.0 brings a redesigned interface for staking and Validator monitoring. Users can delegate StarGate NFTs now, with rewards unlocking after December 9. Node tiers and Validator choices gain importance under the new reward structure. VeChain has moved into a major network [...] The post VeChain Kicks Off Hayabusa Launch as New Staking Era Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.

VeChain Kicks Off Hayabusa Launch as New Staking Era Begins

TLDR:

  • VeChain shifts VTHO generation to staking as Hayabusa enters its transition phase.
  • StarGate 2.0 brings a redesigned interface for staking and Validator monitoring.
  • Users can delegate StarGate NFTs now, with rewards unlocking after December 9.
  • Node tiers and Validator choices gain importance under the new reward structure.

VeChain has moved into a major network shift as Hayabusa goes live and the VeChainThor mainnet enters a week-long transition phase. The rollout began after the team confirmed the upgrade on social platform X, noting that Validators are onboarding through December 9. 

The shift changes how rewards work across the network and introduces new tools for users staking VET. The update marks a structured move toward VeChain’s next phase of growth.

Hayabusa Launch Introduces New Rewards Model

VeChain stated on X that pending rewards tied to the older system were migrated and auto-claimed for users. The project added that VTHO no longer forms in wallets holding VET, since token generation now comes only from staking. 

The new approach places StarGate NFTs at the center of delegation, allowing users to assign them to Validators on the updated platform. Rewards will become available after the first cycle closes on December 9.

Validators are currently processing early blocks to build the new reward pools, according to VeChain’s posts. The team described the shift as a coordinated cutover intended to keep network activity steady. 

Hayabusa places StarGate 2.0 as the core hub for all staking and delegation actions. VeChain shared that the redesign focuses on a smoother interface and richer network metrics for everyday users.

StarGate 2.0 is now accessible through the Earn tab in VeWorld, based on details from the team. Users can view total VET staked, VTHO distributed, and node APYs without switching platforms. 

Live Validator listings are visible, with dedicated pages set to expand once bios and additional data go live. The project says the setup aims to simplify staking while keeping advanced functions available.

Validators and Node Tiers Become Central to User Strategy

VeChain urged users to review Validator pages to understand how each operator manages its segment of the network. These pages allow stakers to compare performance data and choose the Validator that fits their approach. 

Delegation behavior will shape how rewards form across the new system. With the shift to staking-only VTHO, Validator selection becomes a central part of user planning.

The team also highlighted StarGate Node tiers, which require different VET collateral amounts to mint. Each tier carries weightings and multipliers that affect delegation and Validator interactions. 

Dawn Economic Nodes represent the entry level at 10,000 VET, opening participation to a broader set of users. The team stated that these nodes help expand the base of stakeholders securing the network.

VeChain plans to share ongoing updates across its social channels as the transition continues. The network remains in its onboarding phase until December 9, when the first full reward cycle completes and staking payouts begin. 

The team encouraged users to follow the rollout to understand how their VET positions align with the upgrade’s next stages.

The post VeChain Kicks Off Hayabusa Launch as New Staking Era Begins appeared first on Blockonomi.

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