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:

Function	Implementation Approach
Strategy Development	Configure CPMM/CLMM parameters and risk management rules
Liquidity Broadcasting	Publish pricing curves to Nexus Composer for inclusion in routing
Trade Execution	Validate and sign PSBTs according to predefined criteria
Position Management	Monitor performance and adjust strategies based on market conditions

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.