Fee Update for Polkadot & Kusama Networks

<p></p><p>As part of our ongoing effort to support Institutional demand and the needs of large ETH stakers, P2P.org has developed a new smart contract that allows true large scale stake of up to 12,800 ETH in a single transaction. (you can find the audit report by @MixBytes <a href="https://p2p.org/networks/ethereum/staking/audit.pdf?ref=p2p.org">here</a>).</p><div class="kg-card kg-callout-card kg-callout-card-blue"><div class="kg-callout-text">smart contract address: <a href="https://etherscan.io/address/0x8e76a33f1aFf7EB15DE832810506814aF4789536?ref=p2p.org">0x8e76a33f1aFf7EB15DE832810506814aF4789536</a></div></div><p>This groundbreaking technology is just one of the many pillars supporting our innovative non-custodial staking platform. It allows users to have set fees agreed upon before you stake via MetaMask, Ledger &amp; Safe. <strong>This new feature allows true institutional staking without boundaries. </strong></p><p><strong>Breaking the industry norms which currently only allows a user to stake up to 3,200 ETH from a wallet in a single transaction.</strong><br><br>We received tens of questions about the purpose of the 3200 $ETH limitation. At that moment, we realized how inconvenient that standard was. It needed to be fixed. The service is meant to be simple and user-friendly!<br>Imagine: You want to stake 12 thousand ETH and you used to have to make 3 transactions. You pay for gas. Plus, it is especially inconvenient if you have multisig.  Less transactions - better. It's easy to make mistakes and lose money when you're signing the fifth transaction in a row<br><br>We have solved these problems. Now we have truly institutional stake feature. 12k ETH per one transaction. One click staking. It should be as simple as that.<br><br>But truly institutional staking means something else. It’s big. True. But it’s <strong>SIMPLE AND FAIR</strong>, too!</p><p>Unlike others, we won't overcharge you as your Ethereum rewards grow. Our fee is precisely agreed upon, on-chain. You won't be overpaying and it allows you to stake confidently with all the clarity.</p><p>Context: There are two revenue streams in Ethereum, consensus rewards for performing validators duties like attestations and execution rewards for proposing blocks (the last one part includes MEV as well).  And popular approach nowadays is to place proxy smart contract witch accumulates executions layer rewards (EL) and charge some % - like 25-35% from EL rewards. It's simple one.</p><p>BUT proportion between CL / EL rewards isn't stable. Our research shows that while you paying 30% from EL it quals 8% from total rewards in average. BUT since you may be lucky and get more blocks to create / large MEV you are at risk to be overcharged and pay up to 10-11% fee from total rewards. </p><p>That's not fair! It's difficult to choose the staking option while you don't know which exact conditions you are agree on. 8% or 11%? </p><p>So we created the oracle that knows how many CL rewards you got and calculate how many $eth we should charge you from El rewards in order to get exact % from total rewards. With P2P you will pay exact percent we agreed on. No less, no more.</p><p>You need this type of convenience and safety when staking large amounts of $ETH!</p><p><strong>We've reimagined large-scale ETH staking, simplifying the process and offering considerable savings in both time and money. </strong><br><br>Where others might vary their fees or give complex conditions, we stick to clarity and transparency. Our smart contract ensures that the exact % agreed upon is charged from your rewards. No hidden fees. No ambiguity. Only absolute transparency.</p><p><strong>How P2P.org is simplifying Institutional staking</strong></p><p>For our users, you can now manage and stake upto 12,800 ETH within one single session, providing a seamless user experience. You'll also notice enhanced functionalities, accommodating the 12.8k ETH deposit smart contract, ensuring a smoother user experience.</p><p>Additionally, our personalized dashboard is crafted with the user in mind, centralizing all vital data in an intuitive interface, making asset management truly effortless. Moreover, our comprehensive reporting capabilities let you delve deep into your staking history. Track rewards, assess strategies, and glean insights using a multitude of data points, ensuring you're always in the driver's seat of your digital journey.</p><p>At P2P.org, we remain committed to ensuring true ownership of a user's digital assets and providing users with a genuine decentralized non-custodial staking experience. With this in mind, we always aim to be ahead of the curve, bringing innovative solutions and products to our ever-growing platform. With the introduction of our new smart contract, we've taken a significant step in ensuring that institutional staking is efficient and user-friendly. </p><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><ul><li>Efficiency: Reduce operational overheads by cutting down the number of transactions needed.</li><li>Transparency: No more ambiguous fees. You're charged the exact agreed-upon percentage, ensuring clarity and trust.</li><li>Flexibility: Available on the most trusted and popular non-custodial staking wallets, MetaMask, Ledger &amp; Safe Wallet.</li><li>Forward-Thinking: Designed with future smart contract upgrades in mind, ensuring longevity and adaptability.<br>Ready to elevate your staking game? <strong><em><a href="https://p2p.org/networks/ethereum?ref=p2p.org">Stake now or Book Call</a></em></strong></li></ul>

<p></p><p><strong>Introduction</strong><br></p><p>P2P.org, are excited to reveal our latest collaboration as a validator - stepping into the influential role of Mainnet Verified Operator for the SSV Limited Mainnet Launch. This significant stride enables us to directly contribute to the implementation of Distributed Validator Technology (DVT) and bolster Ethereum's decentralized staking landscape.<br></p><p><strong>P2P.org as SSV Network Mainnet Verified Operator</strong><br></p><p>P2P.org’s involvement in SSV network as a Mainnet Verified Operator (MVO) isn't just a mere participation; it's an active contribution to shaping the future of decentralized validation inline with our vision for a more decentralized future for all. <br></p><p>Currently, the SSV Network is in a limited launch, where only verified operators are contributing to the launch, and stakes originate from the SSV core team. This phase ensures that the system undergoes rigorous testing and refinement, laying the foundation for a more extensive and inclusive public launch.<br></p><p>The public launch is set for an early Q4 launch, but several crucial steps must be completed to ensure that the SSV Network is ready for widespread use such as the essential process of bringing validators onto the network. This step is pivotal in building the network's strength and readiness for public participation. After that, P2P.org will analyse the performance within the network to see where improvements can be made as a validator. Our relentless focus on excellence during this period sets us apart and will play a key role in defining our contribution to the SSV Network.<br></p><p>As a MVO, P2P.org &amp; SSV Network are set to redefine Ethereum staking with the integration of DVT into the P2P.org platform. This integration propels our value proposition to institutional investors, framing us as the go-to platform for a diverse suite of staking services. <br></p><p>Ethereum staking, historically, has posed a daunting challenge to those wanting to set up  validator infrastructure, due to its necessity for niche knowledge and extensive time commitment to manage validators. Consequently, many stakers prefer to delegate the staking process to infrastructure providers like us. While this approach has proved fruitful on other networks, Ethereum's staking process continues to be intricate. DVT strives to resolve these intricacies, instilling trust and bolstering security by decentralizing validator responsibilities and key management duties among multiple operators.<br></p><p>P2P.org's status as a Mainnet Verified Operator with SSV Network is due to several key assessment criteria, notably, operations experience such as being active for over 90 days in testnet, above average performance, client diversity and runs nodes on other chanis. P2P.org meets this criteria and our experience has been reinforced by our successful testing on the Jato v1 testnet, and subsequently, the Jato v2. The latter serves as the current testnet and the last pitstop before the mainnet. Our readiness for the mainnet launch, in terms of infrastructure and operator performance, is impeccable. Our performance statistics reflect our standing as one of the top performers among SSV operators, as seen here: <a href="https://goerli.explorer.ssv.network/operators/30?ref=p2p.org">https://goerli.explorer.ssv.network/operators/30</a>.<br></p><p>As we prepare for the mainnet launch, we're eagerly looking forward to the integration of Maximum Extractable Value (MEV) by the SSV team. This is the final piece of the puzzle that will complete our DVT offering and boost its functionality. The integration of MEV will ensure optimal staking performance and profitability, cementing our position as a frontrunner in the DVT revolution.<br></p><p>Our progress and readiness underscore our commitment to providing innovative staking solutions, promising a smooth transition into the new era of decentralized staking. <br></p><p><strong>DVT and the Future of Decentralization</strong><br></p><p>DVT enhances Ethereum's security and optimizes staking operations. The architecture of Ethereum's staking requires each validator node to lock 32 ETH as collateral to earn rewards. The node's collateral can be slashed as a penalty for unethical behaviors such as transaction manipulation. However, slashing is typically due to operational risks including poor key management or failing to sign transactions. DVT mitigates these risks by improving validator redundancy.<br></p><p>The trustlessness of the staking process, an essential feature of blockchain technology, is also enhanced by DVT. Although the traditional outsourcing of staking to infrastructure providers is non-custodial, there is still an inherent level of trust required. DVT reduces this need for trust by distributing key management duties and validator responsibilities.<br></p><p>For investors beginning with ETH staking, the limited diversification in terms of setup and providers can be discouraging. DVT addresses this concern by enabling clients to diversify their staking provider portfolio, thus reducing operational risks.<br></p><p><strong>P2P.org's Core Values as a Mainnet Verified Operator</strong><br></p><p>As a Mainnet Verified Operator, we pledge to uphold our core values, summarized by the acronym STATS:<br></p><p>Security: We prioritize the protection of your staked assets and personal data. Our non-custodial staking capabilities and secure infrastructure ensure maximum security and performance.<br></p><p>Transparency: We commit to maintaining transparency in our actions and governance decisions. We share all pertinent financial and project-related data with our community.<br></p><p>Asset Rewards: We aim to maximize value and high returns for our clients by leveraging our industry expertise to support successful networks and execute smart governance.<br></p><p>Technology: We pride ourselves on our comprehensive knowledge of supported staking networks and our high-performing staking infrastructure, which boasts an average network uptime of over 99%.<br></p><p>Smart Governance: We firmly believe in decentralization and the potential of blockchain to form the digital world's foundation. We represent your interests within each network when you're unable to do so.<br></p><p>By embracing the role of Mainnet Verified Operator and leveraging DVT's benefits, we look forward to fostering a more secure, efficient, and decentralized Ethereum staking ecosystem. As we embark on this journey, we thank you for your continued trust and support. Join us as we chart the path to a more robust and resilient staking experience for Ethereum.<br></p><p><strong>What does this mean for the future of staking?</strong><br></p><p>ETH staking inherently involves risks associated with dependence on a single provider. While the provider performs staking operations, the staker can face significant operational risks, as well as slashing penalties inherent in the Ethereum network's staking mechanism. At P2P.org, we have always strived to minimize these risks with slashing protection that offers maximum staking coverage, and now with DVT, we can extend this protection further to our clients.<br></p><p>Our protective measures include an 80% slashing coverage as default and an option for a 100% slashing coverage. For clients staked with 320+ ETH, we ensure coverage of slashed amounts from our fund limited by 12 months of P2P-related service fee, in the unfortunate event of a slashing occurrence. Our insurance covers 80% of slashing incidents with a higher limit of $3.5M, while a premium plan provides 100% coverage with no limits. To date, we have a record of zero slashing events and offer five technical levels of slashing protection along with customized slashing coverage options.<br></p><p>DVT offers an innovative approach to tackle these risks by enabling users to diversify their staking provider portfolio. This strategy dramatically reduces the impact of downtime or failures associated with a single provider, making DVT a compelling proposition for institutional adoption of ETH staking.<br></p><p>From a security standpoint, DVT reimagines staking by partitioning the staking private key, storing different segments with various providers, thus thwarting unauthorized access. It also mitigates the risk of validator mismanagement leading to slashing penalties and loss of staked ETH. It achieves this by distributing the duties of a single validator amongst a network of nodes that must reach consensus before signing any message, significantly improving validator redundancy and slashing protection.<br></p><p>While operating ETH staking validators, achieving a balance between performance and security often poses a challenge. Slashing penalties are a constant threat, while compromised keys pose significant security risks. DVT addresses these concerns by enhancing resilience against failures, attacks, and operational risks, effectively optimizing both performance and security.<br></p><p>Furthermore, DVT's influence on staking Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is encouraging. Early tests suggest that DVT setups can match the validator effectiveness of traditional setups, with the prospect of even further improvements on the horizon. DVT setups with SSV and Obol have demonstrated reliable and accurate attestations, underscoring the effectiveness and potential of DVT.<br></p><p>In conclusion, DVT is an influential tool in transforming the staking process, reducing risk, and enhancing performance and security. As we continue to advocate for and adopt DVT, we invite you to join us on this thrilling journey towards a new era of decentralized staking.<br></p>