what's ssv network?
SSV Network is a decentralized staking infrastructure protocol that enables Ethereum validators to operate using Distributed Validator Technology (DVT). This technology splits validator duties across multiple nodes to enhance fault tolerance, decentralization, and security, reducing risks like slashing from single points of failure. It supports Ethereum stakers by providing a network of operators that collaborate to secure the blockchain. As of recent milestones, SSV Network has over 100,000 active validators, making it a key player in resilient staking solutions. The protocol integrates with restaking mechanisms and aims to complement Ethereum's proof-of-stake ecosystem for broader adoption.
SSV DVT version 2.4.2-0 released as an available update package.
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Released SSV DVT version 2.4.2-0 as an update package available for installation.
Launched cSSV Alpha Tester Program from February 24 to March 6, 2026, with a $5,000 reward pool for 25 winners.
Offers $5,000 reward pool for battle testing on the testnet and cSSV Alpha Testers Program.
Mainnet integration of staking is scheduled for March 2026
Switched validator fees from SSV-denominated to ETH-denominated, redirecting approximately $3-4M/year in network fees to SSV token stakers, distributed in ETH.
Launched cSSV testnet, earning ETH-denominated network fees with direct ETH rewards distribution, generating approximately 48% APR. Users stake SSV for 1:1 cSSV tokens, claim ETH rewards pro-rata, and unstake with a 7-day cooldown.
SSV Labs is hiring a Business Development Manager for remote US position with salary range of $140K-190K.
Version v2.3.9 releases with enhanced Relay awareness functionality that broadcasts validator registrations to all Consensus Clients and addresses managed validator edge cases, recommended for Mainnet and Holesky networks.
SSV Labs opens a Business Development Manager position for remote US location with full-time compensation ranging from $140K to $190K.
SSV Network achieves full readiness for Ethereum's Fusaka hard fork with package version 0.1.7 supporting upstream ssv v2.3.7 and ssv-dkg v3.0.3 for distributed validator operators.
New v2.3.8 release fixes validator performance regression in majority fork protection and missing consensus client error logs, with mandatory mainnet deployment deadline set for December 3rd.
Lido Q3 2025 report shows approximately 545k staked ETH running on DVT technology across Obol, SafeStake, and SSV Network platforms.
SSV Network co-hosts Compose Lounge with Compose at Devconnect, focusing on based rollups, atomic interoperability, and composable infrastructure.
SSV Network goes live on Token Terminal, a crypto analytics and data platform.
Lido and SSV teams mutually decide to wrap up active development of the SSV Lido Module (SSVLM) following a Clusterform review. New integration paths emerge via CSMv2 as the collaboration continues.
Ethereum Lighthouse team (Sigma Prime) ships mainnet-ready Anchor, a Rust-based DVT client, establishing a multi-client architecture with two independent clients (Go-SSV and Anchor) for network resilience.
Compose uses OP Succinct as its technical foundation for the ZK interop layer.
SSV Network secures more than 14% of Ethereum validators and over $20B+ in TVL.
Compose Network, built by SSV Network, launches as a ZK-powered coordination layer enabling instant atomic cross-rollup transactions using distributed validators and a Two-Phase Commit system.
Participates in Ethereum L2 interoperability working group, contributing technical designs for synchronous composability alongside discussions on fast finality and L2 withdrawal windows.
Kraken implements distributed validator technology across Ethereum staking infrastructure.
Kraken implements DVT technology across all ETH staking operations, marking major institutional adoption.
Decentralized Validator Vault reaches $100M TVL, more than doubling previous ATH of $44M.
DVV reaches ATH of $44M TVL and increases deposit limit to 20,000 wstETH.
Simple DVT integration enables 300+ new Node Operators via Lido, marking one year of successful operations
New governance proposal enables Lido Curated Node Operators to implement DVT using either SSV or Obol technology.
Lido node operators gain access to intra-operator DVT with 1k keys split limit post testnet.
Partners as Diamond Sponsor for Based Rollup Summit Cannes, strengthening Ethereum ecosystem engagement.
Major data breach: Development company suffers hack with 200,000 files (~900GB) allegedly leaked.
Significant exchange inflow detected: $1.1M tokens transferred, representing 0.89% of market cap.
New Decentralized Validator Vault offers 11% APR through combined staking streams, now integrated with live tracking on Lido's interface.
Decentralized Validator Vault rewards have increased to 11% combined APR, now displayed through Lido interface.
Network reaches 100,000 active validators milestone, demonstrating significant protocol adoption.
Active validator count hits 100k milestone, demonstrating substantial network growth.
Secures 150,000+ Ethereum validators with 6.4 million staked ETH, valued at $12B, generating $3-4 million annually in network fees via DVT technology.
Decentralised Validator Vault launches APR tracking with combined yield of ~5.8% plus additional Obol rewards.
First SSV incentives claiming window opens for DVV depositors through rewards portal.
New Kraken exchange listing goes live with deposits and trading enabled.
Protocol achieves second place in ETH staking market share, surpassing Coinbase.
Launched SSV 2.0, introducing bApps secured by Ethereum validators.