Staking Guide
Learn how to stake your tokens on DI Network to earn rewards, participate in governance, and contribute to protocol security across different staking mechanisms.
Staking Overview
DI Network offers multiple staking opportunities:
DUSD Staking: Stake in stability pool for liquidation rewards
DI Token Governance: Stake for voting power and fee sharing
Liquidity Staking: Provide liquidity and stake LP tokens
Cross-Chain Staking: Stake across multiple networks
Getting Started
Prerequisites
Supported wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, etc.)
Tokens to stake (DUSD, DI, or LP tokens)
Understanding of lock periods and risks
Basic knowledge of DeFi concepts
Wallet Setup
Connect your wallet to DI Network
Ensure you have tokens to stake
Keep some ETH/native tokens for gas fees
Review staking terms and conditions
Staking Options Comparison
DUSD Stability Pool
DUSD
8-26%
None
Low-Medium
DI Governance
DI
12-25%
0-24 months
Low
LP Staking
LP Tokens
15-40%
Varies
Medium
Cross-Chain
Various
10-30%
Varies
Medium-High
Choosing Your Strategy
Conservative Strategy
Profile: Risk-averse, steady returns
Primary: DUSD stability pool (60%)
Secondary: DI governance staking (40%)
Expected APY: 10-15%
Risk Level: Low
Balanced Strategy
Profile: Moderate risk tolerance
DUSD Staking: 40%
DI Governance: 30%
LP Staking: 30%
Expected APY: 15-25%
Risk Level: Medium
Aggressive Strategy
Profile: High risk tolerance, maximum returns
LP Staking: 50%
Cross-Chain Staking: 30%
DI Governance: 20%
Expected APY: 25-40%
Risk Level: High
Staking Process
Step 1: Choose Staking Type
Navigate to the staking section and select:
Stability Pool for DUSD staking
Governance for DI token staking
Liquidity for LP token staking
Step 2: Connect and Approve
Step 3: Monitor Performance
Track your staking rewards:
Daily reward accrual
Total staked amount
Current APY
Lock period remaining
Claimable rewards
Reward Mechanisms
Automatic Compounding
Most staking rewards auto-compound:
Reward Sources
DUSD Staking Rewards:
Liquidation bonuses (variable)
Protocol fees (stable)
Collateral gains (bonus)
DI Governance Rewards:
Fee revenue sharing (60% of protocol fees)
Governance participation bonuses
Voting incentives
Claiming Rewards
Options for reward management:
Auto-Compound: Reinvest rewards automatically
Manual Claim: Claim rewards to wallet
Partial Claim: Claim portion, compound remainder
Lock Periods and Multipliers
DI Governance Staking
No Lock
1.0x
1.0x
Anytime
3 Months
1.2x
1.1x
50% penalty
6 Months
1.5x
1.2x
50% penalty
12 Months
2.0x
1.5x
50% penalty
24 Months
2.5x
2.0x
50% penalty
Lock Period Strategy
Short-term (0-3 months):
Maintain liquidity
Lower rewards but flexible
Good for market uncertainty
Medium-term (6-12 months):
Balanced approach
Decent reward multipliers
Moderate commitment
Long-term (12-24 months):
Maximum rewards
Strong governance power
High commitment required
Risk Management
Staking Risks
Smart Contract Risk:
Protocol bugs or exploits
Mitigation: Start with small amounts
Liquidation Risk (DUSD staking):
Pool absorbs bad debt during liquidations
Mitigation: Diversify across staking types
Lock-up Risk:
Tokens locked for chosen period
Mitigation: Only lock funds you don't need
Impermanent Loss (LP staking):
Price divergence between paired assets
Mitigation: Choose stable pairs or hedge
Risk Mitigation Strategies
Diversification: Spread across multiple staking types
Gradual Entry: Start small and increase over time
Emergency Fund: Keep liquid reserves
Regular Monitoring: Check performance and risks
Performance Tracking
Key Metrics to Monitor
Performance Analysis
Return Calculation:
Benchmark Comparison:
Compare against traditional savings (2-3%)
Compare against DeFi alternatives
Factor in risk-adjusted returns
Tax Considerations
Staking Rewards Taxation
General Guidelines (consult tax professional):
Rewards typically taxable as income when received
Value based on fair market value at receipt
Different rules for different jurisdictions
Record Keeping
Track for tax purposes:
Staking start/end dates
Reward amounts and dates
Token prices at reward time
Transaction hashes for verification
Tax Optimization
Consider timing of reward claims
Understand local tax implications
Use crypto tax software for tracking
Consult with tax professionals
Advanced Staking Strategies
Yield Farming Rotation
Move between highest-yielding opportunities:
Monitor APY changes across platforms
Calculate switching costs (gas, fees)
Move capital when profitable
Maintain some stable positions
Governance Participation
Maximize governance rewards:
Vote on all proposals
Delegate to active participants
Create valuable proposals
Engage in community discussions
Cross-Chain Optimization
Leverage multiple chains:
Compare yields across chains
Consider bridge costs and risks
Diversify chain exposure
Monitor chain-specific risks
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
Rewards Not Showing:
Check if rewards have vested
Verify staking transaction confirmed
Refresh interface or try different browser
Cannot Unstake:
Check if lock period has ended
Verify you have gas for transaction
Check for any protocol restrictions
Lower Than Expected APY:
APY is variable and changes over time
Check if there are performance fees
Verify you're in the correct staking pool
Getting Help
Documentation: Comprehensive guides available
Discord: Real-time community support
Support Tickets: For technical issues
FAQ: Common questions answered
Mobile Staking
Mobile Interface
Full staking functionality on mobile
Push notifications for important updates
Touch-optimized interface
Same security as desktop
Mobile Best Practices
Use secure mobile wallets
Enable biometric authentication
Keep app updated
Monitor positions regularly
Future Developments
Upcoming Features
Liquid Staking: Tradeable staking derivatives
Auto-Strategies: Automated yield optimization
Cross-Chain Governance: Vote across multiple chains
Enhanced Rewards: New reward mechanisms
Staying Updated
Follow official announcements
Join community discussions
Read protocol updates
Participate in governance votes
Getting Started Checklist
Before You Stake
During Staking
Optimization
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