Lido DAO is proposing a $60 million plan to diversify its offerings beyond ETH staking. The 2026 Ecosystem Grant aims to develop new earning products and vault structures, targeting various users including on-chain treasuries and regulated entities. Voting on the proposal is currently ongoing, with strong initial support.

Lido V3 has launched on Ethereum, introducing stVaults, which allow for customized staking setups while maintaining liquidity through stETH. This new infrastructure enables institutions and builders to create bespoke staking products with various operational configurations and fee structures. The aim is to enhance staking flexibility and integrate it more seamlessly into DeFi.

Lido DAO has approved a dual governance system that allows stakers to delay or veto decisions made by LDO token holders. The proposal received strong support, surpassing the required quorum, and aims to enhance stakeholder involvement and prevent harmful actions within the protocol.