> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.geode.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.geode.fi/operator-marketplace.md).

# Operator Marketplace

We've learned about the Global Standard that Geode has created to establish a trustless marketplace between Staking Pools and Node Operators:

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[The Staking Library](/the-staking-library.md)
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Now, let's take a look at the underlying mechanism to see how this marketplace operates. 

## An Open Marketplace

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#### Currently, there are 2 parties in this marketplace:&#x20;

* Configurable Staking Pools&#x20;
* Node Operators

{% hint style="success" %} <mark style="color:green;">In an open market that is regulated well, one's benefit is everyone's benefit.</mark>
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### A validator's Lifecycle

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[A Validator's Lifecycle](/operator-marketplace/a-validators-lifecycle.md)
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### Regulating the Marketplace

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[Regulating the Marketplace](/operator-marketplace/regulating-the-marketplace.md)
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## 1. Configurable Staking Pools

| Profit                           | Expense  |
| -------------------------------- | -------- |
| Pool maintenance fee, up to 10%. | Gas cost |

### Staking pools are permissionless.&#x20;

Anyone can create a staking pool with Portal.

During the creation process, a pool is configured with certain options like maintainer, interface, maintenance fee, etc.&#x20;

Some of these configurations can be changed later by the controller.&#x20;

### Local and Global Security&#x20;

When a staking pool is created via Geode's Portal, it uses it's own isolated storage. This storage is protected from governance attacks by **Dual Governance**.&#x20;

After a validator is created, Portal holds no ownership on the pooled funds. It is simply transferred to a unique **Withdrawal Contract** guarded by the pool's controller.

#### Pool Maintenance Fee

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[Maintenance Fee](/operator-marketplace/maintenance-fee.md)
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## 2. Permissioned Node Operators

| Profit                            | Expenses              |
| --------------------------------- | --------------------- |
| Up to 10% of the staking rewards. | Operational expenses. |
| Up to 10% of the MEV.             | Gas cost.             |
| Up to 10% of the Block Rewards.   | Infrastructure cost.  |

Permissioned Node Operators are allowed to create and operate validators on behalf of the staking pools without any collateral.

#### Onboarding New Operators to the Marketplace

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[Onboarding New Operators](/operator-marketplace/onboarding-new-operators.md)
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## 3. Permissionless Node Operators

{% hint style="danger" %} <mark style="color:red;">This topic is currently under construction. Check out the Degen Operators (WIP) for further information.</mark>
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