# Validators Validators secure the Amadeus network by participating in consensus and finalizing blocks through BLS-based validation. Instead of wasting energy on traditional hashing, Amadeus uses **Useful Proof of Work (uPoW)**, where validators perform real Tensorcore matrix computations that provide the decentralized compute powering AI workloads. This keeps the chain fast, reliable, and capable of supporting real-time agent activity. In return, validators earn $AMA through block rewards and execution fees, making them essential to both network security and the long-term sustainability of the Amadeus economy. Refer to the section [Running a Node](/validator/running-a-node.md) for technical setup of validator nodes and participation. --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.ama.one/ecosystem/validators.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.