Lido DAO (LDO) Crypto News Today

The vote will close in several days, and an investigation into the cybersecurity compromise is ongoing, according to Lido DAO members.

ZKasino’s exploit wallet lost $27 million in Ether after a leveraged position was liquidated, as investors remain empty-handed nearly a year later.

The module may further increase Lido’s node operator set and improve staking risk mitigation, the CEO of SSV Labs told Cointelegraph.

Despite mounting Bitcoin ETF outflows that neared $500 million in three days, dip buying by large BTC holders may lead to an imminent market reversal.

Liquity v2 recorded $17 million in outflows after advising users to exit Stability Pools amid an internal investigation into a potential issue.

Institutional interest in staking has grown since November 2024, when Trump’s victory ignited hopes for the first staked Ether ETF.

Lido staking requests on Polygon are no longer available. Users can withdraw their staked MATIC through the Lido interface on Polygon up until June 16, 2025.

Total value locked on decentralized finance protocols is up nearly 150% so far this year.

It is the first US bank to facilitate liquid Ether staking, and it is focusing on institutions.

The VC firms sued in a California case were active in DAO management, much like general partners, said the court. They could face hefty lawsuits.

A16z Crypto’s Miles Jennings posted on X that the ruling is a “huge blow” to decentralized governance. 

Jump Trading moved 17,049 ETH from Lido, valued at $46.44M, raising market fears. Yet, data hints at a strategic liquidity setup.

Lido Finance is the market leader in Ethereum staking, claiming 28.2% of net ETH deposits.

The collaboration aims to provide a secure, stable investment option, mitigating traditional market volatility and risks for lenders.

The biggest ETH liquid staking protocol has enhanced its offering for large investors, many of whom are already its customers.