Staking Modules Updates
Community Staking Module
CSM v2 Launched on Mainnet
Following Snapshot approval, LDO tokenholders supported the on-chain upgrade of the CSM to v2 and the increase in the module share limit to 5%.
CSM v2 is a significant milestone in Lido’s roadmap, enhancing the first Lido permissionless module’s security, efficiency, and decentralization.
On October 2, the upgrade went live on mainnet, enabling differentiated parameters for various Node Operator (NO) types and the optional Community Stakers Identification Framework to reward truly independent operators.
The full breakdown of changes are in the blog post.
CSM v2: Deepening Ethereum and Lido Decentralization
By unlocking more stake share and offering tailored incentives, CSM v2 stays true to its mission of empowering independent operators. With the release of the v2 upgrade, Community Stakers will play an even larger role enabling the scaling of permissionless participation within the Lido protocol, further diversifying the Lido Node Operator set, and decentralizing Ethereum.
Apply for Identified Community Staker Operator Type to Unlock Exclusive CSM Benefits
By verifying their identity as a Community Staker, the operator benefits from enhanced parameters, designed to reward independence and strengthen protocol's decentralization via participating in the CSM.
Becoming an Identified Community Staker is more than just a shiny label — it’s the step toward an easier, more rewarding experience within CSM. Better rewards, lower bonds, priority access — it’s well worth the effort to apply. Discover the framework and evaluation criteria in the blog.
Simple DVT Module
Lido x Obol
Lido x SSV
Mainnet | Status: Active ▶️
- Cohort 1 is active, 12 clusters running 80 validators each
- Cohort 2 is active: 13 clusters running 80 validators each
- Cohort 3 is active, 10 clusters running 80 validators each
- Obol Super Clusters are active, 5 clusters running 500 validators each
Mainnet | Status: Active ▶️
- Cohort 1 is active, 12 clusters running 80 validators each
- Cohort 2 is active, 9 clusters running 80 validators each
- Cohort 3 is active, 15 clusters running 76 validators each
- SSV Super Clusters are active, 5 clusters running 500 validators each
Curated Module
Contributors on the Future of Lido Core
In response to a dynamic and increasingly competitive market environment and generally favourable market tailwinds for ETH, contributors working on Lido Core have shared a forward-looking vision for how the protocol should evolve over the next year. The goal — make Lido more robust, adaptive, and better aligned with long-term protocol sustainability.
The Research Forum post details contributor perspectives on the key changes, including the future version of the Curated Module (v2) and revisions to the NO fee structure. The post is open for community feedback and discussion.
Lido Earn: stETH Vaults for Advanced DeFi Strategies
Lido contributors introduced a new Earn tab on stake.lido.fi, a one-stop gateway to advanced DeFi strategies and decentralization-focused staking opportunities. The tab debuted with two vaults:
The GG Vault (GGV) unlocks access to battle-tested, yield-optimized strategies across leading DeFi protocols. It’s designed for users looking to generate enhanced rewards, while minimizing the complexities of manual curation.
Just three weeks post-launch, the GGV has already seen over $150 million in inflows, a strong signal of demand for simplified, high-performance DeFi tools.
The Decentralized Validator Vault (DVV) connects staking with decentralization. This vault provides staking rewards boosted by extra incentives from DVT providers, Obol and SSV, while supporting Lido NO diversity and resilience.
At the end of September, the DVV reached TVL of 15.6K wstETH, representing +17.2% month-over-month growth, utilizing 78.1% of available limit.
Node Operator Community
Lido Poolside Community Call
Previously known as the Node Operator Community Call, the format has now evolved into the Lido Poolside Community Call — expanding to spotlight Ethereum-wide conversations with builders, researchers, and contributors from Lido and across the ecosystem.
The inaugural episode featured a fireside chat with Linea, and talks from Bitwise and Lido contributors. Watch the full 75-minute recording on YouTube or catch the highlights in the recap.
Lido Mainnet MEV-Boost Relays List Update
Following Easy Track motion #869, the Ultrasound Filtering Relay was added to the Mainnet (must use some) list. No action is needed.
You can find the latest active and vetted mainnet Lido MEV-Boost Relays Allowed List here.
Triggerable Withdrawals in the Lido Protocol
Activation Supported On-Chain
Following the support of on-chain Vote #192 by LDO tokenholders and completion of the Dual Governance review, the Triggerable Withdrawals (TW) framework is live.
It complements the current validator exit path and tackles a long-standing issue in delegated staking by reducing trust assumptions enabling anyone — not just Node Operators — to initiate secure and verifiable validator exits via the Execution Layer.
This newly implemented mechanism marks an important milestone towards a more resilient and fault-tolerant Lido protocol, paving the way for truly permissionless staking in line with DAO’s long-term vision.
New Easy Track Factories for Validator Exit Bus
To streamline the exit request process for both Curated and Simple DVT Node Operators, new Easy Track Factories have been deployed to facilitate exits via the Validator Exit Bus (VEB). These factories enable both the DAO and Node Operators to initiate validator exits in exceptional cases by submitting a custom list of validators with built-in sanity checks to ensure security and accuracy:
✔️ Validators listed are under the control of the actor submitting the request ✔️ Validator keys are genuinely tied to the specified Staking Module and Node Operator ✔️ All keys were deposited through the Lido protocol
Authorized Actors to Submit and Execute Easy Track Motions
Actor | Role |
Node Operator | Can manage exit requests for their validators in the Curated Staking Module |
Simple DVT Module Committee | Can manage exit requests for any validators in the Simple DVT Staking Module |
Validator Ejector 1.9.0 On Mainnet
The latest release of Lido Validator Ejector, which includes full support for TW-related features, is available for mainnet. Key resources:
This upgrade is mandatory for all operators running Validator Ejector on mainnet and Hoodi.
Community Sentiment Around Raising the Gas Limit
Lido Node Operators’ validator gas limits on Ethereum mainnet have stabilised following previous months of steady increases. As of October 1st, 93.3% of Lido validators are voting for a 45M+ gas limit. The breakdown is as follows:
- 88.6% voting for 45M
- 4.7% voting for 60M
Track It Live
The Lido Pumped Gas Dune Dashboard offers a clear view of gas limit changes across Lido operator set, including a 7-day history, data available both at an aggregated level and for individual blocks, fully verifiable on-chain.
60M Default Gas Limit in Fusaka
At the ACDE Call #221, Ethereum core devs agreed to increase the default gas limit to 60M in Fusaka client releases, a 33.33% jump from the current 45M, and double from the beginning of 2025.
Pending successful testnet forks, Fusaka is scheduled for mainnet activation on December 3rd.
September in Asia
Stakers Guild in Osaka
Lido contributors gathered with fellow community stakers in Osaka for a cozy and inspiring evening. Set in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the event brought together like-minded individuals passionate about Ethereum staking and decentralization in meaningful conversations around homestaking, validator journeys, and the evolving staking landscape.
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