VeChain has unveiled a transformative staking model known as Hayabusa, aiming to align rewards more closely with active participation in the network. This innovative approach, set to merge with the VeChainThor mainnet on December 2, 2025, shifts the dynamics of how VTHO is generated and distributed, according to VeChain Official.
Under Hayabusa, VTHO, the utility token of the VeChain ecosystem, is no longer generated passively. Instead, it is produced through the active staking of VET, VeChain’s native token. This change emphasizes the importance of contributing to the network’s economic security. When a transaction occurs, VTHO is used as gas, with the base fee being completely burned. Additional ‘priority fees’ are awarded to Validators, incentivizing them to maintain and secure the network.
VeChain’s new model defines three primary roles: Delegators, Validators, and Non-staked VET holders. Delegators stake their VET to a Validator and earn VTHO based on their effective stake, which is influenced by the amount of VET staked and the NFT tier multiplier. Validators, who are essential to the network’s infrastructure, earn 30% of block rewards and 100% of priority fees, while the remaining 70% of block rewards are distributed to Delegators. Non-staked VET holders, however, do not participate in earning VTHO rewards.
Hayabusa introduces a dynamic issuance model for VTHO, generated only as a reward for those who stake and support Validators. This shift is designed to enhance the balance between issuance and burn, fostering a more sustainable economic model and reducing inflationary pressures. As more participants engage with the network, the demand for VTHO increases, thereby enhancing the value of staking.
VET holders can either run a Validator or delegate their stake, with the latter being the more accessible option for most. The use of NFTs adds a strategic layer, as higher-tier NFTs can increase the share of rewards. Additionally, the VeBetter application integrates real-world activities into the blockchain, further driving demand for VTHO and supporting the staking economy.
As VeChain continues to innovate with Hayabusa, it invites participants to engage actively with its ecosystem, leveraging the VeWorld wallet to manage their stakes and participate in the growing network economy.
