NEAR Protocol's Node Studio Program 2 is now accepting applications for 63 validator positions, each receiving 40,000 NEAR delegation from Meta Pool.
Key Benefits:
- Financial Growth: Immediate stake and rewards from day one
- Visibility: Build your validator brand and join governance
- Community: Connect with builders, DAOs, and projects globally
- Extra Rewards: Top 5 validators earn bonus NEAR, stablecoins, and mpDAO tokens
Program Details:
- 1-year commitment
- Applications close October 24th
- Backed by Meta Pool & NEAR Foundation
- No complex setup required
Who Can Apply: Established Web3 teams, staking companies, or projects with proven track records. Solo operators not eligible - must be formal teams with operational structure.
Apply now: http://bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2
Have you applied to run your own node on @NEARProtocol? If you still have questions, this Tuesday we're hosting an AMA to cover everything you need to know about Node Studio Cohort 2 ⛓️ 🎙️ Speakers: @ccossio, @alannetwork_, and Shai Perednik from NEAR x.com/i/spaces/1jMKg…
Running a validator isn’t just a tech move — it’s a power move ⚡ Through Node Studio Program 2, you can transform your stake into real influence, visibility, and rewards inside the @NEARProtocol ecosystem.
Operating a @NEARProtocol validator requires more than just technical skills. It's a commitment to network security and decentralization. Meet the Key Selection Criteria to run a node through the Node Studio Program 2 ⛓️ Read More: medium.com/meta-pool/node…
😉 Running a @NEARProtocol node is easier than you think — Node Studio Cohort 2 is open! 🗓️ Applications close Oct 24. 60 slots. 2.52M $NEAR. 1-year program. Do you have what it takes to validate the future? ✍️ Apply now → peppermint-daffodil-e37.notion.site/1f23f29d38d381…
Node Studio onboarded 60 new validators to the @NEARProtocol network. We’re preparing the second cohort. Meanwhile, check out our article on @LearnNear about how to run a NEAR validator. learnnear.club/how-to-run-a-n…
⛓️ This week, we officially launched Node Studio Cohort 2 We are democratizing @NEARProtocol validation by making it accessible to anyone — not just developers or whales. Read more: thedailypulse.net/post/meta-pool…
⛓️ Esta semana lanzamos oficialmente Node Studio Cohort 2. Estamos democratizando la validación en la red de @NEARProtocol al hacerla accesible para todos, no solo para desarrolladores o usuarios avanzados. Leer nota completa: es.coingape.com/meta-pool-lanz…
Meta Pool Approves Delegate Governance System for mpDAO Voters

**Meta Pool Improvement Proposal 19 has been approved**, introducing a new **Delegate Governance System** for mpDAO voters. The proposal creates a new role called **delegates** - trusted community representatives who can receive voting power from mpDAO holders. **Key benefits:** - Allows busy token holders to delegate their voting power - Enables participation without requiring deep governance knowledge - Maintains democratic participation through trusted representatives The implementation will roll out in the coming weeks, with Meta Pool promising to share detailed information about the execution process. This follows months of community discussion and voting that concluded on October 11th. The delegate system aims to increase governance participation while maintaining the quality of decision-making in Meta Pool DAO. [Learn more about the proposal](https://www.metapool.app/mpip?id=19)
NEAR Protocol Proposes Validator Support and veNEAR Rewards Programs

NEAR Protocol has introduced two draft governance proposals in collaboration with Linear Protocol, HotDAO, and Gauntlet. **HSP-002: Validator Support Program** - Establishes a one-quarter support program for validators - Aims to maintain network decentralization as NEAR reduces inflation from 5% to 2.5% - Addresses potential validator economics challenges from the inflation cut **HSP-003: veNEAR Holder Rewards Program** - Creates a 3-month rewards program for veNEAR token holders - Designed to boost governance participation in the House of Stake - Incentivizes community engagement in protocol decisions Both proposals are open for community discussion and feedback. The validator support program responds to concerns about maintaining network security during the significant inflation reduction, while the veNEAR rewards aim to strengthen decentralized governance. Read the full proposals: [HSP-002](https://gov.near.org/t/hsp-002-validator-support-program/41687) and [HSP-003](https://gov.near.org/t/hsp-003-venear-holder-rewards-program/41688)
Global Validator Network Expands with 63 Open Slots in Node Studio Program 2

A global decentralized validator network is expanding across multiple regions including **Latin America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia**. **Key highlights:** - 63 validator slots currently available - Global validation network already operational across four major regions - Node Studio Program 2 now accepting applications - Previous program emphasized accessibility - no development skills required, just a wallet and 3 clicks The initiative focuses on **democratizing blockchain validation** by making it accessible to non-technical users. The program appears to be part of a broader effort to create a truly decentralized global network. **Application process:** Interested validators can apply through the dedicated portal to secure their position in the expanding network. [Apply now](https://peppermint-daffodil-e37.notion.site/1f23f29d38d3811f8a47cb4e612c3a19)
Meta Pool DAO Co-founder y becaria participarán en Mexico Tech Week
**Meta Pool DAO en Mexico Tech Week** El co-founder @ccossio y @Guabster, becaria de Meta Pool DAO del Summer School de @uzh_blockchain, participarán en Mexico Tech Week el **miércoles 22 de octubre**. **Panel: Blockchain: Fundamentos, DeFi y Oportunidades** - Evento enfocado en educación blockchain y DeFi - Participación de representantes con experiencia internacional - Conexión con el programa de becas de UZH Blockchain **Reserva tu entrada:** [Mexico Tech Week](https://luma.com/v80umpuw) Este evento forma parte de las actividades educativas continuas de Meta Pool DAO para expandir el conocimiento blockchain en Latinoamérica.