StakeWise Staked ETH (osETH) is a liquid staking token representing staked ETH within the StakeWise V3 protocol. It accrues staking rewards over time, offers slashing protection through overcollateralization, and provides liquidity for participation in DeFi applications.
StakeWise Staked ETH (osETH) is the liquid staking token of the StakeWise V3 protocol, representing staked Ethereum (ETH) in a non-custodial and decentralized manner. When users stake ETH through StakeWise Vaults, they can mint osETH tokens, which accrue staking rewards over time. The value of osETH increases as it accumulates rewards, and it can be redeemed for ETH at the prevailing exchange rate.
osETH serves multiple purposes within the Ethereum ecosystem:
Earning Staking Rewards: Holders of osETH accrue staking rewards automatically, with the token's value increasing over time.
Liquidity in DeFi: osETH can be utilized in various decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, such as lending, borrowing, and trading, providing liquidity while maintaining staking benefits.
Slashing Protection: osETH incorporates built-in slashing protection mechanisms, including overcollateralization and operator bonds, to safeguard against validator penalties.
StakeWise was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia. The protocol is developed and maintained by StakeWise Labs and governed by the StakeWise DAO. StakeWise V3, which introduced osETH, was launched to enhance decentralization and provide flexible staking options.