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Strategic Bidding

Definition ∞ Strategic bidding involves participants in an auction carefully formulating their bids to maximize their utility. This considers the anticipated actions of other bidders and the auction rules. This approach aims to secure an asset at the lowest possible price or to win a desired outcome.
Context ∞ In blockchain environments, strategic bidding is particularly relevant in block space auctions, such as those within the MEV-Boost ecosystem, or for high-value NFT sales. Bidders employ sophisticated algorithms to optimize gas fees or placement within a block, aiming to gain an advantage. Understanding these strategies is essential for comprehending market dynamics and transaction ordering.

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Game-Theoretic Model Quantifies MEV-Boost Auction Inefficiency and Strategic Latency Dominance

A game-theoretic model formalizes MEV-Boost auctions, demonstrating how latency and strategic bidding, not maximal value, drive block selection, quantifying auction inefficiency.