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 Confirms User Funds Safe Following Resolv Protocol Hack
Lido contributors have confirmed that user funds in Lido Earn remain secure following today's hack of the Resolv protocol. **Key Points:** - Resolv protocol experienced a security breach on March 22, 2026 - Lido Earn user funds are unaffected and safe - No action required from Lido users The incident is isolated to Resolv, with Lido's infrastructure remaining secure. This follows a similar pattern from November 2025, when Lido remained unaffected during Balancer V2 pool exploits.
Lido Launches DeFi Wrapper with CLI Deployment and Audited Contracts

Lido has released a new **DeFi Wrapper** toolkit for builders looking to integrate staking products. **Key features for developers:** - Single CLI command deployment for staking-related contracts - White-label embeddable widget for websites and applications - Full security audits completed by [MixBytes](https://docs.lido.fi/security/audits/#01-2026-mixbytes-lido-defi-wrapper-security-audit-report) and AckeeBlockchain The DeFi Wrapper and connector contracts have undergone comprehensive security reviews, with audit reports publicly available. This infrastructure builds on Lido's recent expansion of direct staking capabilities to Linea, an Ethereum layer-2 network. The toolkit aims to simplify the integration process for developers wanting to offer staking functionality without building infrastructure from scratch.
Lido EarnETH Allocates Across Aave, Pendle, and Morpho with Dynamic Strategy
Lido's **EarnETH vault** deploys capital across established DeFi protocols including Aave, Pendle, and Morpho. The allocation strategy adjusts dynamically based on market conditions and performance metrics. **Key Features:** - All strategies maintain ETH correlation to reduce price volatility risk - Allocations are fully transparent and can be monitored in real-time - $5M in Lido DAO treasury funds provide first-loss protection - Users receive earnETH tokens with daily auto-compounded rewards The vault accepts ETH, WETH, (w)stETH, and existing Lido Earn tokens. Since launching in September 2025, Lido Earn has attracted over $250M in deposits. Access the vault at [stake.lido.fi/earn/eth](http://stake.lido.fi/earn/eth)
Lido Proposes $5M Treasury Allocation for Lido Earn Initiative
Lido Finance has put forward a proposal to allocate **$5 million from its treasury** to support the development of **Lido Earn**, a new initiative focused on competing through trust-based mechanisms. **Key Points:** - The proposal centers on building trust-focused infrastructure within the Lido ecosystem - Treasury allocation would fund the Lido Earn project development - Community discussion is ongoing on the research forum This follows Lido's recent $103,500 competitive audit completed in July 2025, which focused on bond accounting and protocol security. More details: [Lido Research Forum](https://research.lido.fi/t/lido-earn-competing-on-trust-5m-treasury-allocation/11228)
🏦 EarnETH Vault Launches Auto-Compounding DeFi Rewards
**EarnETH** introduces a simplified approach to DeFi yield generation through its automated vault system. The vault distributes capital across multiple established protocols: - Aave - Morpho - Pendle - Gearbox Protocol - Maple Finance **Key Features:** - Dynamic reallocation toward higher-yielding opportunities - Daily auto-compounding rewards - Built on staked ETH foundation - Single deposit token (earnETH) for simplified management The system aims to optimize capital efficiency while reducing the complexity of managing multiple DeFi positions. [Learn more](http://stake.lido.fi/earn/eth)