By Stefaan Ponnet, CTO of Aqua Patina

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As we roll out the Aqua Patina MVP, I'm excited to share the key features that set our platform apart and explain how we’re taking staking to the next level. Aqua Patina’s vision is simple: Transforming the future of savings by decentralizing finance. .

1. Fully Audited Smart ContractsWe’ve partnered with Hacken.io to conduct a full audit of our smart contracts. Their team has scrutinized every aspect of our system to ensure that Aqua Patina provides a secure and reliable platform for staking your ETH.

2. The MVP Launch QueueOur MVP Launch Queue is now live, allowing users to contribute ETH for staking. Once the queue is flushed, the ETH will be pooled and validators will be created using our Aqua Patina Daemon (APD). This automated process ensures validators are set up efficiently, generating rewards for all participants.

3. Validator Creation with SSV TechnologyAt Aqua Patina, we’re leveraging Secret Shared Validator (SSV) technology to decentralize key management. Our first SSV cluster consists of four independent devices, ensuring that no single entity has full control over validator operations. This adds an additional layer of security, making our staking solution one of the most robust in the DeFi space.

4. Minting apETHUpon staking, users will receive apETH, which represents their staked ETH. But there’s more—early adopters will also benefit from extra rewards contributed by AVADO AG’s staking endeavors, boosting the returns even further.

5. User-Friendly MVP WalletOur MVP Wallet provides a seamless interface where users can monitor their apETH balances, track their AP Points, and see the ratio to ETH. It’s simple, intuitive, and designed to put users in control of their assets.

What’s Next?We’re already working on the next phase—integrating liquidity pools, enhancing our withdrawal functions, and developing more rewards opportunities through Actively Validated Services (AVS).

Aqua Patina is laying the groundwork for a decentralized financial future, and I couldn’t be more excited about what’s ahead. If you haven’t yet contributed to our MVP Queue, now is the perfect time to get involved. Together, we’re building something extraordinary.

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