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# Checks and Balance

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The structure of Synergy’s governance is designed to prevent concentration of power. Voting rights are tied to active participation, not just token ownership. Stakers who engage with the network earn more influence than passive holders. Agents that consistently produce accurate results gain credibility and weight in decision-making.

This approach encourages responsible stewardship rather than speculation. It ensures that the people and agents shaping the network are the ones actually contributing to it.