Lido DVT Testnets with ObolNetwork and SSV Network
Lido DVT Testnets with ObolNetwork and SSV Network
The fourth round of Lido DVT Testnets with ObolNetwork and SSV Network is set to begin in March, following the successful completion of the Lido x Obol Simple DVT testnet where ObolNetwork surpassed all required benchmarks. The upcoming trials aim to further decentralize the Lido protocol and Ethereum, with over 100 net-new Node Operators expected to run validators via the Lido protocol within Q1 2024. Interested solo or community stakers can fill out a form to participate in the upcoming trials scheduled to start in March.
Simple DVT is almost here! The @ObolNetwork trial fulfilled the testnet requirements and participants are getting ready for mainnet deployment. While contributors finalize the testnet write up for Obol, check out Obol’s report below👇
🚨 MAJOR Announcement: 📊 Obol DV clusters in the @LidoFinance Simple DVT Testnet on Holesky have met performance requirements to move forward with #Ethereum Mainnet deployment! ✍️ Read our blog for more details! 🧵👇 blog.obol.tech/lido-simple-dv…
The Lido x Obol Simple DVT testnet has concluded with @ObolNetwork's Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) surpassing all the minimum required performance benchmarks to move to mainnet. blog.lido.fi/simpledvt-obol… Learn more about the testnet & next steps for Simple DVT below 👇
Simple DVT is coming! We are <6 weeks from 100s of new Node Operators having the opportunity to run validators via the Lido protocol. Interested in participating? Fill out the form 🔽
The Lido x Obol Simple DVT testnet has concluded with @ObolNetwork's Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) surpassing all the minimum required performance benchmarks to move to mainnet. blog.lido.fi/simpledvt-obol… Learn more about the testnet & next steps for Simple DVT below 👇
It's DVT time 🌐 The fourth round of Lido DVT Testnets with @ObolNetwork and @ssv_network is set to begin in March. Fill out the form below if you are interested in taking part: forms.gle/Akq7poKXF7p7x6…
The Lido x Obol Simple DVT testnet has concluded with @ObolNetwork's Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) surpassing all the minimum required performance benchmarks to move to mainnet. blog.lido.fi/simpledvt-obol… Learn more about the testnet & next steps for Simple DVT below 👇
Lido Rebrands with Fuzzy Logo as UNI Incentives Launch
Lido unveils a simplified, fur-inspired logo refresh coinciding with their modular architecture transition. The rebranding emphasizes alignment with user-friendly staking solutions. - **UNI Liquidity Incentives**: Program officially launches after months of preparation - **Modular Architecture**: Lido implements new technical framework for improved scalability - **Brand Evolution**: New fuzzy logo represents accessibility and warmth in DeFi The changes come as Uniswap deploys Unichain, marking significant infrastructure upgrades for both protocols. These developments signal maturation in DeFi's user experience and technical capabilities.
Uniswap Launches New Liquidity Incentives Campaign
Uniswap is launching a major liquidity incentive program starting April 15, 2025. The **3-month campaign**, managed by Gauntlet, aims to boost liquidity across Unichain. Key details: - Focuses on 12 key pools including wstETH/ETH - Millions in $UNI rewards available - Rewards claimable through Merkl platform This follows previous successful incentive rounds on multiple networks: - Mainnet pools received wstETH rewards - Optimism pools earned OP tokens - Arbitrum pools distributed ARB tokens [View rewards and participate via Merkl](http://merkl.angle.money)
Lido Announces Permissionless Module Launch
Lido Finance is expanding its staking capabilities with a new permissionless module. This development marks a significant step towards democratizing Ethereum staking. - The module will enable home staking without requiring permission - Implementation expected in early 2025 - Aims to make staking more accessible to individual validators This update aligns with Lido's mission to simplify staking processes while maintaining decentralization. Users interested in becoming validators should monitor Lido's official channels for launch details.
Lido Analytics Weekly Report: December 2-9, 2024
**Key Metrics:** - TVL increased 8.21% to $39.46b, driven by token price growth - 14,880 net ETH staked via Lido protocol - stETH 7-day APR rose to 3.03% (+15 basis points) - (w)stETH trading volume up 61.27% to $2.38b **DeFi Activity:** - Collateral markets: 3.06m stETH (+2.87%) - Liquidity pools: 95.2k stETH (+16.14%) - Restaking: 1.55m stETH (+3.51%) **Multichain Status:** Total bridged wstETH at 178,848 (-0.21%) Notable changes: - BNB: +302.98% - zkSync: -30.68% - Starknet: -22.88%
One Month of Community Staking Module (CSM): Performance Review
After one month on mainnet, Lido's Community Staking Module (CSM) shows promising results: - 214 new permissionless operators onboarded - 80% growth in total operators (265 to 479) - 0.4% of Lido's TVL now managed by CSM operators **Performance Metrics:** - 99.2% of validators met performance threshold - 99.4% attestation inclusion rate - Only 2.2% operators missed rewards distribution Currently in Early Adoption mode with 1.5 ETH bond requirement for first validators. Full permissionless mode planned for coming months. Second round of CS grants launched to support tooling development.