Obol Network Announces Techne Credential Program for DVT Stakers
Obol Network Announces Techne Credential Program for DVT Stakers
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Obol Network has introduced the Techne Credential Program, designed to assess and confirm the knowledge of individuals interested in running Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) nodes on the network. Successful completion of the program is expected to increase the chances of being proposed for onboarding to the mainnet Lido Simple DVT, with many credential holders already proposed and more expected after the next testnet.
Calling all interested DVT stakers: Take a look at the @ObolNetwork Techne Credential Program 馃帗 Techne is a great way to test & confirm your knowledge of running Obol DVs. Many Techne Credential holders have already been proposed for the mainnet Lido Simple DVT, with many more
馃帗 We are launching the Next Wave of the Techne Credential Program! The Techne Credential provides a path to opportunities in the #Ethereum Staking Ecosystem for community members who have demonstrated skill in running validators! Program Overview: tinyurl.com/82rk8djv
Lido Introduces Real-Time Transparency for EarnETH Vault Allocations
Lido has made all EarnETH vault allocations fully transparent with real-time monitoring capabilities. Users can now track exactly where their ETH is deployed, eliminating the traditional "black box" approach to DeFi yields. **Key Features:** - Real-time visibility into all vault allocations - First-loss protection backed by Lido DAO treasury - Accepts ETH, WETH, (w)stETH, and existing Lido Earn tokens - Daily auto-compounded rewards from leading Ethereum protocols The transparency update applies to Lido's restructured vault system, which now consists of two core products: EarnETH and EarnUSD. Since launching in September 2025, these vaults have attracted over $250M in deposits. Users holding positions in the previous vaults (GGV, stRATEGY, and DVV) can migrate to the new system following [migration instructions](https://help.lido.fi/en/articles/14038885-upgrading-to-lido-earn-metavaults). Learn more at [stake.lido.fi/earn](http://stake.lido.fi/earn/usd)
Lido Proposes Identified DVT Clusters for Community Staking Module
Lido has introduced a proposal to bring **Identified DVT Clusters (IDVTC)** to its Community Staking Module, targeting a Q2/Q3 2026 release with CSM v3. **Key Features:** - 4 operators using Obol or SSV Network to co-run validators - **1.5 ETH bond** for first validator, 0.5 ETH thereafter - 0.375/0.125 ETH average per cluster member - Up to **3.1x capital efficiency** vs solo staking - Up to 40 keys with deposit priority The proposal builds on SimpleDVT's success, with **20% of CSM validators** now using DVT after nearly 2 years. By end of 2025, 22,233 validators ran on DVT, representing ~1.99% of total Ethereum stake. IDVTC aims to lower capital barriers while offering potentially higher rewards than ICS on bonds above 2.5 ETH, furthering resilience across Lido's permissionless validator set. [Join the discussion](https://research.lido.fi/t/community-staking-module/5917/188)
馃敀 Lido CSM Experiences Minor Slashing Event, Protocol Operates Normally
On March 13, 2026, at 20:38 UTC, Lido DAO contributors identified a limited slashing incident involving a Node Operator in the permissionless Community Staking Module (CSM). **Key Points:** - The protocol continues to function normally with no impact on stakers - Total penalties estimated at less than 1 ETH (below average daily reward variance) - Node Operator bond mechanism successfully covered all penalties as designed - This safeguard system worked exactly as intended to protect stakers The incident demonstrates the effectiveness of Lido's built-in protection mechanisms. The Node Operator's bond absorbed the minimal penalties, ensuring no impact on stETH holders or the broader protocol. Full technical details available at: [Lido Research Forum](https://research.lido.fi/t/incident-minor-csm-operator-slashing/11281)
馃彟 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)
PierTwo and RockSolid Launch AutoPlus Looped ETH Vault on Mainnet
PierTwo and RockSolid have deployed the **AutoPlus Looped ETH Vault**, marking one of the first stVault-based products to go live on mainnet. **Key Details:** - Collaboration between co-founders Pat McNab (PierTwo) and Paladin (RockSolid) - Builds on their previous partnership launching the first official rETH liquid vault - The vault integrates directly into the Rocket Pool app - Provides rETH holders with seamless access to DeFi strategies and enhanced earning opportunities This deployment represents a significant step in liquid staking infrastructure, offering users automated looping strategies for their ETH holdings.