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 Running a GenLayer Validator node ensures the security and reliability of the GenLayer network. Below are the requirements for running a GenLayer validator.
 
+Validators require both a staking deposit and a validator priming transaction to enter the set.
+
 For a deeper understanding of how staking works in GenLayer, see the [Staking documentation](/understand-genlayer-protocol/core-concepts/optimistic-democracy/staking).
 
 ## Create the Validator Wallet