NeverPlayAlone

SN98 uses a jobs-based architecture where validators manage multiple liquidity pools (jobs) concurrently. Each job follows a dual-mode operation: Evaluation rounds where all registered miners compete in forward simulations from current blockchain state to propose rebalancing strategies, and Live rounds where winners (after 7-day participation requirement) execute their strategies on-chain via Base L2. Miners implement a rebalance_query_handler that accepts/refuses jobs and returns desired position changes.

Validators run PostgreSQL databases to track job history, miner scores, and reputation. The protocol is rebalance-only—miners decide when and how to adjust positions rather than providing absolute position guidance. Per-job reputation is tracked through exponential moving averages, allowing miners to build specialized expertise for specific trading pairs.

Current scoring mechanism (PoL Target): Score = value_gain × exp(-10 × loss%) if gaining value, or value_gain / exp(-10 × loss%) if losing. This creates severe penalties for inventory loss: 10% loss results in 63% score reduction, 50% loss results in 99% reduction. Miners build per-job reputation through exponential moving averages.

Evaluation rounds include all miners competing in forward simulations from current blockchain state. Live rounds execute winning strategies on-chain for eligible miners only. Participation is required for 7 days to become eligible for live execution.