# Maker

**Makers** operate independent Nexus Nodes to provide self-custodial liquidity while earning trading fees. This role represents the decentralized foundation of the protocol's liquidity infrastructure.

**Operational Responsibilities**

**Autonomous Liquidity Provision**:

<table><thead><tr><th width="268">Function</th><th>Implementation Approach</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Strategy Development</strong></td><td>Configure CPMM/CLMM parameters and risk management rules</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Liquidity Broadcasting</strong></td><td>Publish pricing curves to Nexus Composer for inclusion in routing</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Trade Execution</strong></td><td>Validate and sign PSBTs according to predefined criteria</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Position Management</strong></td><td>Monitor performance and adjust strategies based on market conditions</td></tr></tbody></table>

**Technical Requirements**

**Infrastructure Setup**:

* **Bitcoin Core Integration**: Full node operation for transaction validation and broadcast
* **Nexus Node Software**: Deploy and maintain liquidity provision software
* **Security Configuration**: Implement appropriate key management and operational security
* **Network Connectivity**: Reliable internet connection for real-time market participation

**Operational Lifecycle**:

```
1. Node Deployment → Install software, configure Bitcoin Core, establish security protocols
2. Strategy Configuration → Define liquidity parameters, risk controls, and operational policies
3. Market Integration → Connect to protocol network and begin broadcasting liquidity
4. Ongoing Management → Monitor performance, adjust strategies, manage risk exposure
```

**Target Operators**: Professional trading firms seeking yield on Bitcoin holdings, cryptocurrency funds with market making capabilities, DAOs managing treasury assets, sophisticated individual traders with significant capital and technical expertise.