VeChain Renaissance: Rise from Token Holder to Network Guardian

Over the past weeks, we’ve been deep diving into VeChain Renaissance content and unveiling its game-changing components. From supercharged VTHO tokenomics with reduced inflation, greater consumption and powerful 100% burn mechanism, to an innovative NFT Staking system that transforms passive holding into active network guardianship.

We covered Galactica VIPs — the first upgrade stage of VeChain Renaissance that recently passed community voting — which sees the introduction of the dynamic fee market (VIP-251), typed transactions (VIP-252), EVM parity upgrades (VIP-242), and extension contract improvements (VIP-250) to VeChainThor.

And, perhaps most excitingly, the unveiling of the Stargate Staking NFT Early Bird program with a massive 3 billion VTHO incentive pool (*projected to be around $10M) to offer early participants enhanced incentives to join the program and prepare for our evolution.

*Projections of the reward pool’s value depends on market conditions at the time. Values are subject to fluctuation.

The transformation has begun. Now, it’s over to you…

As passive token holding transforms into active guardianship, every VET holder can choose to either stay on the sidelines or step forward as a network guardian as we enter this next era of blockchain adoption.

Power in Your Hands: The Guardians of VeChainThor

At the heart of Renaissance lies a powerful innovation — the integration of NFT technology with network security. This system transforms how VeChainThor operates by overhauling the Authority Masternode model, replacing it with a community-centric approach that sees Validators, the backbone of the blockchain under VeChain Renaissance, work alongside Delegators to produce blocks and earn block rewards while securing and decentralizing the network.

With these innovative Staking NFTs representing your VET collateral and network contribution, Renaissance isn’t just happening around you — it’s happening through you. The network’s security, governance, and future now rest directly in the hands of the community.

Whether you hold 10,000 VET for a Dawn Economic Node or 15.6 million VET and a Mjolnir X Node, Renaissance transforms passive token holding into active guardianship of the network. Your stake secures transactions, protects the ecosystem, and generates substantial rewards that reflect your level of commitment.

Your power extends beyond security into governance. Through Renaissance’s weighted voting system, your stake carries real decision-making power, with X-Node Delegators receiving a 1.5x governance weight and Validators wielding a powerful 2.0x multiplier — directly influencing block production and governance.

A flexible 14-day cycle allows users to strategically optimize their positions, whether selecting an alternate Validators as a Delegator or adjusting stake amounts as a Validator.

With 100% of base transaction fees burned and block rewards flowing directly to Delegators and Validators, every single transaction — whether from enterprise adoption or VeBetter sustainability applications — directly benefits everyone securing the network. The more the ecosystem grows, the greater the benefits for protecting it.

The future of VeChainThor rests in your hands. Will you step forward to secure, govern, and share in its success?

Learn more about Validator and Delegator roles here.

VET: The Powerhouse of VeChain’s Future

Renaissance fundamentally transforms your VET’s role in the ecosystem. Rather than simply generating VTHO passively, your VET now becomes an active force driving VeChain forward:

1. Network security — Staked tokens actively secure the network through the Validator & Delegator System.
2. Reward generation — Holdings become a powerful reward vehicle through reimagined VTHO tokenomics.
3. Economic stability — Participation enhances decentralization and strengthens economic security for the blockchain.

The relationship between VET and VTHO has been supercharged with Renaissance. The new model reduces VTHO inflation by 72.2% at launch while implementing a calibrated issuance curve tied directly to network staking levels, reinforcing the model launched at the inception of VeChainThor.

The economic design creates a powerful flywheel effect: VeBetter applications drive ecosystem activity with B3TR incentivizing sustainability actions. The network usage generates transactions that burn VTHO, necessitating VET, and establishing a multi-token synergy where rewards grow alongside on-chain activity.

Dive deeper into the complete VET/VTHO tokenomics upgrade details here.

Secure Your Early Bird Advantage

Renaissance rewards the first movers through its Early Bird Staking Program — featuring enhanced APYs plus special bonuses from a substantial 3 billion VTHO incentive pool (*projected to be worth approximately $10M at launch).

The Renaissance staking model is designed with diminishing inflation, meaning early participants lock in the highest possible rewards. As participation grows, rewards naturally balance — but those who stake first will have established their position at the most advantageous rates.

X-Nodes: Once Renaissance launches, X-Nodes can no longer be upgraded, and tiers will become permanently locked. Prepare your VET and secure your ideal X-Node tier before the July 1, 2025 deadline to maximize your future rewards.

More details on the Early Bird program will be announced soon.

*Depending on market conditions.

Your Decision, Your Impact

The successful vote on Galactica VIPs has confirmed what we already knew — the VeFam is committed and ready for the next evolution of VeChain.

Every VET holder now stands at a crossroads with two clear paths forward:

1. Continue passive holding — receiving no VTHO rewards under the new model
2. Become an active guardian of the network — securing VeChainThor while earning substantial rewards

Through Renaissance, you transition from passive observer to active network builder. Your stake becomes your credential, your Validator choice becomes your alliance, and your Delegator NFT becomes your badge of guardianship.

The Time for Action Is Now!

As we approach the July 2025 launch of the Renaissance staking system, now is the time to:

• Secure your position by acquiring the VET needed for your desired Node tier — X Nodes will no longer be upgradeable in the new Node system.
• Understand your options between Validator and Delegator roles based on your holdings and technical capabilities and VET collateral
• Prepare your VeWorld wallet to enjoy seamless participation when the Early Bird program launches
• Mark your calendar for the July 1st kickoff to maximize your early rewards!

VeChain is positioning itself — and you — at the forefront of real-world blockchain implementation. Through Renaissance, you become an integral part of a Decentralized Better Assets Network (DeBAN) powering a new era where sustainability actions are tokenized, rewarded, and scaled globally.

Your staked VET becomes the foundation that makes this vision possible. By securing the network as a guardian, you enable VeBetter’s sustainability applications to transform everyday actions into verifiable impact — from carbon reduction and renewable energy tracking to countless other environmental initiatives.

Join us in building the next generation of VeChainThor, where contribution is rewarded, security is strengthened, and value flows to those who actively shape our shared future.

The Renaissance has begun. Will you be a spectator or a guardian?