Deployment of a bridge to bring wstETH to Avalanche, BNB, and Scroll

**GGV on Lido Earn is currently under maintenance**, temporarily blocking new deposits for several hours. **Key details:** - New deposits are unavailable during maintenance period - Withdrawals continue to function normally - **GG tokens keep earning rewards** throughout the maintenance The maintenance appears to be routine system upkeep. Users can still access their funds through withdrawals if needed, while existing deposits continue generating returns uninterrupted.

Lido's October governance voting is now live with **two key proposals** running until October 22, 4PM UTC. **Proposal 1: Bridge Partnership Leadership** - Transfers bridge-related partnership management from Network Expansion Committee to Lido Ecosystem Foundation - Aims to streamline partner engagement as bridge partnerships evolve beyond technical implementation - Focuses on strengthening competitiveness and resilience **Proposal 2: SNOP Policy Update** - Updates Standard Node Operator Protocol to version 3 - Integrates Triggerable Withdrawals Framework - Aligns with recent updates to definitions, scope, and node operator responsibilities Both proposals address operational improvements to Lido's infrastructure and governance processes. [Vote on Snapshot](http://snapshot.box/#/s:lido-snapshot.eth)

**Chorus One** leverages Lido V3 stVaults to create institutional-grade ETH staking products that balance yield, liquidity, and operational control. **Two Strategic Approaches:** - **Vanilla staking** for predictable yield generation - **Looped staking** to compound rewards through DeFi integrations **Key Benefits of stVaults Integration:** - Alignment with Lido governance and architecture - Robust risk controls with transparent auditability - stETH liquidity advantages and ETH-based liquidation oracles - Full autonomy to design, deploy, and manage vaults independently Chorus One is currently **testing both strategies on testnets** to validate performance and security. All new smart contract audits will be made public. Institutions can review operational standards through [Chorus One's Security Handbook](https://handbook.chorus.one/introduction.html). This approach delivers **security, composability, and capital efficiency** - addressing core institutional demands while providing scalable foundation for Ethereum staking participation. [Read the full case study](https://blog.lido.fi/lido-v3-chorus-one-expanding-institutional-staking)

**Lido Core's Future Unveiled** Kimon will discuss Lido's roadmap this Thursday, covering key areas that could reshape the protocol: - **Stake distribution** strategies - **Protocol reward sharing** mechanisms - **Node Operator participation** models The session builds on a detailed proposal outlining Lido's next phase of development. **Join the Discussion** Get insights into one of DeFi's largest staking protocols and its evolution. [Register here](http://luma.com/xtueo7ym) | [Read full proposal](https://research.lido.fi/t/contributor-thoughts-on-the-future-of-lido-core/10616)

**Crypto.com now offers institutional custody for stETH**, Lido's liquid staking token. - Institutions can securely hold and manage stETH through Crypto.com Custody - Provides exposure to **Ethereum staking rewards** while maintaining liquidity - Follows similar moves by other custodians like Hex Trust This expansion makes it easier for institutional investors to access Ethereum staking without technical complexity. [Read more details](http://blog.lido.fi/crypto-com-expands-access-to-steth-with-institutional-custody/)