The shift to Delegated-Proof-of-Stake marks a major evolution in how VeChain secures its network—institutional validators now form the backbone instead of traditional node operators. Names like Meria, Keyrock, Draper Dragon, and Fenbushi Capital lead this wave, bringing heavyweight credibility and infrastructure muscle. What's interesting is the competition brewing: more institutional players are actively lining up to stake and validate, turning delegation into a genuine marketplace. This reshapes incentives across the ecosystem and gives token holders real choices when it comes to where they park their delegation power.