Stader Labs is discontinuing its BNBx liquid staking token on April 15, 2026.
Key Details:
- Instant unstaking now available - no unbonding period required
- Users can withdraw BNB with one click
- Web interface accessible until April 15
- After shutdown, exits must be processed through smart contract directly
- Step-by-step guide for contract-based withdrawals coming soon
Users should plan to unstake before the April 15 deadline to use the simplified web interface. Stake page
BNBx sunsets April 15. Unstakes are now instant. No unbonding, no wait. Get your BNB back in one click. UI is live till April 15, after which you'll need to exit via contract. Step-by-step guide coming soon. Thank you for the love and support. staderlabs.com/bnb/stake/
BNBx is scheduled to sunset by April 15, 2026 To simplify things, we made all unstakes instant. No more unbonding periods or wait times. Head over there and get your BNB back in a single-click. The UI will be live till April 15 post which users will have to exit via the
Stader Labs Announces BNBx Liquid Staking Token Sunset by April 2026

**Stader Labs is winding down its BNBx liquid staking token by April 15, 2026.** The platform will ensure an orderly exit process for all BNBx holders at the fully accrued rate. Stader has published detailed timelines and required user actions on their blog. **Key points:** - Final sunset date: April 15, 2026 - All holders can exit at full accrued value - Detailed wind-down process available at [Stader's blog](https://www.staderlabs.com/blogs/sunsetting-bnbx-focusing-stader-on-high-impact-ecosystems/) - Move allows Stader to focus on high-impact ecosystems Users should review the timeline and take necessary actions before the deadline.
Stader Partners with Major DeFi Protocols for Enhanced LST Rewards

**Stader Labs** has announced partnerships with leading DeFi protocols to boost liquid staking token (LST) rewards. **Key partnerships include:** - Enzyme Finance - Convex Finance - QuickswapDEX - ThenaFi - SaucerSwap Labs Users can now **enhance staking rewards** through DeFi integrations using Stader's LSTs including $ETHx, $BNBx, $MaticX, and $HBARX. The platform provides **non-custodial staking solutions** across multiple proof-of-stake networks for retail users, exchanges, and custodians. *Take advantage of these DeFi opportunities to maximize your staking yields.*
馃敡 Ethereum's Fusaka Upgrade

Ethereum's **Fusaka upgrade** launches December 3, 2025, bringing foundational improvements to network efficiency. **Key Features:** - **PeerDAS**: Validators sample data pieces instead of downloading everything, reducing bandwidth needs - **Verkle Trees**: Compress data proofs for faster verification without node bloat - **Blob Parameter-Only Forks**: Enable capacity tweaks without full hard forks **Benefits:** - Faster transactions during peak hours - Better Layer 2 rollup support - Lower congestion and predictable fees - Reduced validator data loads This isn't a flashy upgrade but a **foundational one** that makes Ethereum more scalable while maintaining decentralization and security.
Stader Community Votes on SD Token Strategy

**Stader** has launched two critical governance proposals for community voting on Snapshot. The first proposal addresses **SD token buybacks** - should purchased tokens be burned or distributed to holders? The second focuses on **capital efficiency** by reducing the Utility Pool utilization rate from current levels to 4%. This change aims to boost efficiency and move toward zero inflation. Both proposals represent key growth strategies for the staking platform. Community members can participate in the decision-making process through the active Snapshot votes. [Vote on Proposal 1](https://snapshot.box/#/s:staderdao.eth/proposal/0xb9f77b75f6b539a0a28bbf8d0f9b7699638ca3bf02a46038de9e83f6adaf1cf0) [Vote on Proposal 2](https://snapshot.box/#/s:staderdao.eth/proposal/0x90344bdc0796558966c0a6c4e5b20b8a6ce970a8ba8d36630ed68cf8f52a4e27) **Your voice matters** - participate in shaping Stader's tokenomics future.