Validator Subsidy Sunset

Overview

The Validator Subsidy Sunset is the phased wind-down of the Radix Foundation's monthly payments to validator nodes. Approved by 71.6% community vote (604 accounts, over 1 billion XRD participating), the subsidy phases out by June 2026.

Tapering Schedule

Month	Subsidy Cap	Administered By
February 2026	400k XRD or $350 USD (whichever is lesser)	Foundation
March 2026	400k XRD or $200 USD (whichever is lesser)	Foundation
April 2026	$100 USD value in XRD	Community Entity
May 2026	$100 USD value in XRD	Community Entity
June 2026	Subsidy ends	—

If no Community Entity is operational by April, funds will be held in escrow. Validators are expected to adjust fee structures to cover infrastructure costs independently.

External Links

Consultation: Future of the Validator Subsidy
Consultation Results

Status	Phase 1 Active (March 2026)
Approval	71.6% (604 accounts, 1B+ XRD)
End Date	June 2026
Phase 1	Feb–Mar: 400k XRD or $200–350 cap
Phase 2	Apr–May: $100 USD value (community-administered)

Status	Phase 1 Active (March 2026)
Approval	71.6% (604 accounts, 1B+ XRD)
End Date	June 2026
Phase 1	Feb–Mar: 400k XRD or $200–350 cap
Phase 2	Apr–May: $100 USD value (community-administered)