Node Operator Community
reGOOSE: An Update to Lido DAO GOOSE Goals
In May the DAO voted to adopt Hasu’s published reGOOSE: Updated goals for Lido in the light of MVI and restaking.
Hasu’s proposal to update the GOOSE goals to accommodate new developments in the market feature a few key principles:
Furthermore, Steakhouse proposed and the DAO voted to approve the adoption of the Lido Alliance, a framework for growing an Ethereum-aligned ecosystem around stETH, with a shared mission of decentralizing Ethereum validation. Mellow and Drop teams have already applied to be included into the Alliance initiative.
Read the full blog post to read more about proposals about how the DAO could to adapt new goals.
VaNOM Q1/24
The latest VaNOM (Validator & Node Operator Metrics) report for Lido for Q1 2024 is now available.
Access the full report with comprehensive data here, or read the blog post which breaks down some of the key metrics.
Lido on Ethereum Node Operator (Numic) Security Incident Disclosure
On May 14th, Lido DAO contributors were made aware of a security breach that affected an active Node Operator using the Lido on Ethereum protocol (Numic).
The incident has been resolved and has not resulted in validator operations being affected or any loss of funds (which only could have occurred via a malicious slashing, for example).
As a precautionary measure, keys relating to the Node Operator have been voluntarily exited and cycled back into the protocol.
For more information, please refer to the research forum post.
Request for Proposal | CSM and SDVTM integration
The LEGO committee has reviewed all submissions and has selected the following proposals for CSM integration:
The Simple DVT x Obol integrations made by Dappnode and Stereum are being tested in the Obol testnet #4 and the results of the work done will be shared by partners on the forums.
Community Lifeguard Initiative
Establishing the Community Lifeguards Initiative (CLI) Sub-Committee
Lido Community Lifeguards have proposed a new framework for the Community lifeguard initiative with the main action points being:
- Consolidate and fund the Community Lifeguards Initiative (CLI) as a sub-committee of LEGO.
- Foster community development by creating helpful content and resources, representing community stakers internally and at community activities, and identifying monetary and non-monetary collaboration opportunities. Now with a dedicated community grants fund.
- 197K USD requested every quarter, paid in stablecoins (DAI / USDT / USDC).
- Recurring funding by LEGO, with a retroactive payment for April and May.
Read the full proposal on the Lido research forum.
Community Staking Fleet initiative
As a part of Community Staking Fleet initiative, Lido Community Lifeguards are collaborating with local communities to diving in the topic of Ethereum staking:
- Sam has participated in the “Make the Most Out of Your ETH: Ethereum Home Staking 101" event in Philippines explaining the basics of Ethereum home staking
- Enti has participates in a number of events hosted by The Mu:
- Intro to Lido x The Mu, the role and importance of solo/home stakers, relevant staking EIPs on Pectra & understanding liquid staking
- DVT workshop using SSV
Stakers guild: Lido Community Staking Event at EthCC
Join Lido contributors in Brussels for a special event showcasing the latest advancements and future possibilities in decentralizing the Lido Node Operator set.
Date: Thursday, July 11
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM GMT+2
Place: Grand Place, Bruxelles
Tickets: Ask Lido contributors for an invite code😉
Module Updates
Simple DVT Updates
A proposal for the expansion of the Simple DVT Module has been published on the Lido forum and Snapshot vote is underway. If approved, this would:
- Allow for the creation of larger Node Operator clusters.
- Approve the increase the maximum target share of the Simple DVT module to 4% from the current 0.5%.
Lido x Obol
Mainnet | Status: Active ▶️
- All 60 Cohort 1 validators (12 clusters with 5 validators) are currently in the initial monitoring period. If successful, a proposal to the DAO to raise key limits & activate Cohort 2 validators is expected together with the onboarding of Obol Cohort 2. Cohort 2 clusters are currently in the process of preparing for mainnet.
Testnet #4 | Status: In progress 🕓
- Underway with 25 clusters, 150+ net-new Node Operators
Lido x SSV
Mainnet | Status: In progress 🕓
- Testnet #3 results were published and followed by an LNOSG evaluation and DAO proposal to onboard mainnet Lido x SSV participants.
- Onboarding of the initial 12 Cohort 1 clusters is currently underway, with mainnet validators expected to be ready for deposits by mid-June.
Testnet #3 | Status: Complete ✅
The full testnet results of the Testnet #3 prepared by the SSV team are here! Catch valuable insights and learn how SSV will aid Lido in becoming more resilient, robust and decentralized.
Testnet #4 | Status: Pending 🕓
- Testnet #4 is expected to start in June - apply for participation before the June 12th deadline!
Community Staking Module
- CSM is about to be launched on Holesky this summer!
- Check out a talk by Dmitry G about CSM at Dappcon in Berlin
CSM Specs
The specifications of the Community Staking Module are in the process of being finalized and currently under security review.
Devnets
As a part of the preparation for the CSM testnet, Devnet-0 is underway on Holesky, testing the changes made in off-chain tooling (DSM + VEBO + AO) to adjust the Lido protocol for the upcoming CSM testnet launch, and parts of CSM functionality. Devnet-1 will kick of in early June to test the extended functionality of CSM.