Validator Inclusion Rates

Validator inclusion rates measure the frequency with which a specific validator successfully proposes blocks that contain a diverse and representative set of transactions. It serves as a key performance indicator for the liveness and censorship resistance of a consensus mechanism.

If a validator consistently includes transactions from a wide array of sources, it indicates a healthy and neutral network. Conversely, low inclusion rates or biased selection can signal technical failures or intentional censorship.

This metric is closely watched by network participants to ensure that the underlying infrastructure remains decentralized. It also helps in identifying potential collusion or centralized control among major staking pools.

High inclusion rates contribute to the overall reliability of financial settlement on the blockchain. It is a fundamental metric for auditing the integrity of the protocol.