NEAR Protocol Node Studio Program 2 Application Window Closes
NEAR Protocol Node Studio Program 2 Application Window Closes
🚪 NEAR Validator Doors Slam
NEAR Protocol's Node Studio Program 2 has officially closed its application window.
The program, which offered 60 validator slots and 2.52M NEAR tokens over a one-year period, concluded its recruitment phase on October 30, 2025.
Key program highlights:
- 50,000 NEAR initial delegation per validator
- Support from Meta Pool & NEAR Foundation
- Special focus on diversity with 20 spots reserved for women
- Coverage across LATAM, Africa, and Asia regions
Top 5 Node Commitment Bounty rewards:
- 1st place: ~4,563 NEAR
- 2nd place: ~2,535 NEAR
- 3rd place: ~1,521 NEAR
- 4th-5th place: ~1,014 and ~507 NEAR respectively
Rewards split 40% stablecoins and 60% locked mpDAO tokens.
Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to follow NEAR's social channels for future program announcements.
Tag a woman who should be validating the future ✨ From builders to educators, from coders to community leaders — web3 grows stronger when more women run nodes, lead DAOs, and shape the next era of decentralization. 📣 20 spots reserved for women in Node Studio Program 2 Let’s
The network isn’t closed yet. But it’s closing fast 👀 LATAM, AFRICA, ASIA — this is the last open window to validate your region’s power ⚡️ 🕒 Node Studio Program 2 closes October 30 🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2 #RunTheFuture #NodeItEasy
The application window for the #NodeStudioProgram2 is now closed. Thank you to everyone who expressed interest in running a @NEARProtocol node. If you were not selected in this round, please stay tuned to our social media channels for updates on future programs ✅
Node Studio Program keeps onboarding new validators to the @NEARProtocol network — we don’t stop 💪 Our commitment is unwavering. Entrepreneurs, women, community leaders — everyone can run a node now. Apply here 👇 peppermint-daffodil-e37.notion.site/1f23f29d38d381…
🛡️ More Validators, Stronger NEAR @NEARProtocol just added 7 new validators, reaching 348 in total and marking a new 30-day high in decentralization Each validator helps keep NEAR secure, resilient, and online no matter what 📊 chainspect.app/chain/near
⚡ Tomorrow, applications close. The next cohort of builders is already forming — make sure your name is on that list. Learn. Launch. Validate. There won’t be another cohort like this one. ⏳ Apply before Oct 30. bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2 #RunTheFuture #NodeStudio2 #NodeItEasy
Amazing OGs on the team making important things happen — thanks @DeAlmeidaDavid 🫡 Welcome @OnNode_Staking to @NEARProtocol! One more validator LIVE ✅ #NodeStudioProgram2
🔥 ANNOUNCEMENT 🔥 We’re thrilled to share that @OnNode_Staking has joined the @meta_pool Node Studio Cohort 2 as a @NEARProtocol validator! Stake your $NEAR with OnNode 👉 onnode.pool.near Thanks for the trust, and shoutout to @DeAlmeidaDavid for fueling our infra journey. 🚀
🚨 Last call — Node Studio Program 2 closes today. After tonight, the validator seats lock, and the program moves forward. If you’ve been waiting for a sign — this is it. Apply NOW: bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2 #NodeStudioProgram2 #NodeItEasy
Missed the first wave? The best builders arrive when pressure’s on 💪 There are only a few slots remaining before Cohort 2 closes on October 30. Don’t just watch decentralization happen — be part of it. 🔗 Apply now: bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2 #NodeStudioProgram2 #NodeItEasy
⚡️ What You Really Gain as a Validator Everyone talks about “rewards” Few talk about what really happens when you run your own validator ✅ Because being a validator on NEAR isn’t just infrastructure — it’s influence, visibility, and sustainable growth. Let’s break it down 👇
More validators with #NodeStudioProgram2. What was once a complex technical world is now accessible to everyone. With the right tools, that barrier is becoming a thing of the past — this is a game-changer for validator ecosystems. We don't stop, we keep shipping ✅
4/ I'm calling on @NEARProtocol @ilblackdragon @alannetwork_ etc to sponsor and encourage more real balls Validators!! I appreciate @meta_pool for opening doors for new validators, also lessen the technicality part that scares major away I've my gadgets and willing to be one
Forget glass ceilings — we’re breaking firewalls. Women from every region are joining Node Studio Program 2 to prove that validation is not gendered 💜 Last call before October 30 👀 Deploy your own node ⛓️ Lead your own community ⚡️ 🔗 bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2
⏳ 3 days left The next validator cohort is almost full — and doors close Oct 30th. Learn how to run your own node, connect with builders across LATAM, Africa and Asia, and become part of NEAR’s next validator wave. Don’t wait. Apply before it’s over: bit.ly/NodeStudio-v2
New validator alert! ✅ Node Studio Program keeps onboarding validators to @NEARProtocol ⛓️ Limited slots — apply by Oct 30! ⏰ 👉 peppermint-daffodil-e37.notion.site/1f23f29d38d381… Don't wait. Build now.
🚨BREAKING ANNOUNCEMENT🚨 @takeshi7🤝@meta_pool Excited to join @meta_pool Node Studio Cohort 2 as a @NEARProtocol validator! Stake/Delegate your $NEAR NOW! takeshi7.pool.near Thanks for the opportunity! P.S. Shoutout @0xMert_ for inspiring my crypto infrastructure dive! 🚀
NEAR Protocol Onboards 63 Nodes in Under a Month Through NodeStudio Program
**NEAR Protocol** continues its rapid expansion with **63 new nodes** onboarded through the #NodeStudioProgram2 in less than a month. The latest milestone includes welcoming the **R1M team** to the NEAR ecosystem during another successful weekend of onboarding activities. **Key highlights:** - 63 nodes added in under 30 days - R1M team joins NEAR Protocol ecosystem - NodeStudio Program driving consistent growth - Strong weekend onboarding momentum The NodeStudio Program appears to be **accelerating network participation** and bringing new teams into the NEAR ecosystem at a steady pace.
Node Studio Continues Building Momentum in Web3 Development
Node Studio maintains its active development pace with continued building efforts. The team emphasizes their commitment to **non-stop construction** and progress. - Studio remains focused on consistent development work - Building activities continue without interruption - Team demonstrates ongoing dedication to project advancement This follows their established pattern of continuous development work throughout 2025, reinforcing their **"never stop building"** philosophy.
NEAR Protocol Expands Validator Network with BonyNode Addition
**NEAR Protocol continues growing its validator network** with the addition of BonyNode as the latest validator to join the ecosystem. This follows a recent pattern of network expansion, with **Solvium_game also joining** through the Node Studio Program 2 just days earlier. **Key developments:** - BonyNode becomes newest NEAR validator - Part of ongoing validator onboarding initiative - Strengthens network decentralization and security The consistent addition of new validators demonstrates **NEAR's commitment to expanding** its decentralized infrastructure and maintaining network growth momentum.
NEAR Governance Call 23 Highlights Key Validator and veNEAR Proposals
**NEAR Governance Call 23** took place on October 30, 2025, focusing on two critical proposals: - **HSP-002: Validator Support Program** - Aims to maintain network decentralization following NEAR's planned inflation reduction from 5% to 2.5% - **HSP-003: veNEAR Holder Rewards Program** - Establishes a 3-month rewards program to incentivize governance participation **Participation Requirements:** To vote on these proposals, users need veNEAR tokens. A step-by-step guide is available showing how to obtain veNEAR using: - Different Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) - NEAR native tokens Both proposals are now live for voting at [gov.houseofstake.org](https://gov.houseofstake.org/proposals). **Background Context:** These initiatives are part of NEAR's broader tokenomics upgrade coinciding with the network's five-year mainnet anniversary. The proposals work alongside the "Halving Upgrade" to create a comprehensive economic strategy focused on sustainability and decentralization. *Get your veNEAR and participate in shaping NEAR's governance future.*