Origin Protocol Launches OGN Buyback Program

Origin Ether (OETH) has upgraded to verify validator balances directly against Ethereum's Beacon Chain using **Merkle proofs via EIP-4788**, removing reliance on third-party oracle committees entirely. **The Problem with Current LSTs:** - Most liquid staking tokens depend on oracle committees for validator balance updates - Creates 24-hour delays, coordination overhead, and trust assumptions - Introduces social trust into systems designed for self-verification **OETH's Solution:** - Validator balances, exits, and deposits now verified entirely through Merkle proofs - Any state update failing validation is rejected onchain - Contracts audited by OpenZeppelin, Sigma Prime, and Nethermind **Key Benefits:** - **Stronger resilience**: No offchain actors needed - **Deterministic accounting**: Integrations can trust numbers without oracles - **Full transparency**: Anyone can verify validator states using public Beacon data OETH joins EigenLayer and Stakefish in adopting proof-based validation. This approach sets a foundation for future developments including restaking protocols with native validator verification and institutional products requiring cryptographic solvency proofs. [Learn more about OETH's Merkle proof implementation](https://www.originprotocol.com/blog/merkle-proofs-oeth-staking?lang=en&category=all&page=1)

**OUSD has successfully upgraded to 100% USDC backing** following a passed governance proposal. **Key Changes:** - Retired USDT and USDS from the vault - Simplified collateral structure for improved transparency - Aligned architecture with Origin's other yield-bearing tokens **New Mechanics:** - Collateral now routed to USDC vaults on Morpho - Unlocks higher and more consistent yield - Cleaner single-asset design The upgrade creates a **simplified vault with stronger mechanics**, built for long-term stability and sustainable onchain yield generation.

**Origin Dollar (OUSD) has received a Low Risk rating** from BlueChip, placing it alongside established stablecoins like DAI and USDC. The rating recognizes OUSD's: - **Strong peg stability** - **Transparent onchain reserves** - **Comprehensive security audits** This classification positions OUSD as a credible alternative for users seeking **passive yield on stablecoin holdings**. Users can swap to OUSD through the [Origin Protocol app](https://app.originprotocol.com/#/ousd/) to start earning yield automatically.

**Origin Protocol delivered strong performance in August 2025:** - **$OGN staking yields reached record levels**, providing enhanced returns for token holders - **Institutional investors increased deployment** into Origin's product suite, signaling growing confidence - **ARM vaults continued expanding**, demonstrating sustained growth in the protocol's core offerings The monthly token holder update highlights Origin's momentum across key metrics. The combination of record yields and institutional adoption suggests the protocol is gaining traction in the competitive DeFi landscape. **Key developments include:** - Peak staking rewards for OGN holders - Institutional capital inflows - Vault growth acceleration Read the full [Token Holder Update](https://www.originprotocol.com/blog/august-2025-token-holder-update?lang=en&category=all&page=1) for detailed metrics and analysis.

Origin Protocol has implemented a new staking rewards system funded by protocol buybacks. Stakers can now earn up to 30.1% variable APY through the platform's dapp. Key points: - Rewards are sustainably funded through actual protocol revenue - Staking available through Origin's dapp platform - Current vAPY rate stands at 30.1% Stake your OGN tokens at [Origin Protocol's dapp](https://app.originprotocol.com/#/ogn/staking) to start earning rewards.