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(VEGA)

Vega Protocol is a decentralized infrastructure project designed specifically for the trading of derivatives. Originally launched as a custom-built, proof-of-stake blockchain, the protocol aimed to provide a high-performance environment for financial products like futures, options, and perpetual contracts. Unlike many other decentralized exchanges that rely on automated market makers, Vega was built with a fully decentralized limit order book to mimic the experience of traditional centralized exchanges while maintaining a non-custodial and permissionless structure. A core feature of the protocol was its focus on capital efficiency and market flexibility. It utilized a mechanism for atomic margin calculations to protect the network from default risk while allowing traders to maximize their capital. The system was designed to be chain-agnostic, connecting with major blockchains like Ethereum to allow various assets to be used as collateral. One of its most distinct technical aspects was the elimination of per-transaction gas fees for placing or cancelling orders; instead, fees were primarily collected from price takers during successful trades to reward liquidity providers and validators. The VEGA token served as the primary tool for governance and network security. Token holders could stake their assets to run validator nodes or delegate them to existing validators to earn a share of the protocol's infrastructure fees. Beyond security, the token was central to the permissionless nature of the platform, as it allowed the community to vote on the creation of new markets, the adjustment of risk parameters, and the addition of new collateral types. In late 2024, the project reached a significant turning point. Following a community governance vote, the decision was made to retire the Vega Layer 1 blockchain and the VEGA token. This shift was initiated by the project's core team to pivot away from maintaining a dedicated blockchain and instead focus on the development and promotion of its open-source software. As part of this transition, the protocol's technology is being utilized by a new decentralized exchange project called Nebula. Currently, the original Vega network is in a ramp-down phase. Trading activities on the chain have been suspended, and the community has focused on ensuring that users can safely withdraw their assets. While the original blockchain and its native token are being phased out, the underlying technology continues to exist as an open-source framework for other developers and projects to build decentralized financial markets. This transition represents a shift from a standalone network model to a software-centric approach within the broader decentralized finance ecosystem. Learn more

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