Polkadot OpenGov is currently voting on a major staking architecture adjustment. Referendum #1890 proposes that Polkadot validators must lock at least 10,000 DOT of their own funds as self-bonded stake. This reform is seen as a mandatory prerequisite for the next major staking upgrade, which includes eliminating slashing risk for nominators and reducing the unbonding period from approximately 28 days to just 24 to 48 hours. According to the proposal’s logic, validators will directly bear slashing risk through higher self-bonding, while nominators can continue earning staking rewards without exposure to principal slashing risk.
Polkadot OpenGov Proposes 10,000 DOT Minimum Self-Stake for Validators
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Polkadot OpenGov is proposing a 10,000 DOT self-stake minimum for validators as part of a comprehensive staking architecture overhaul. Proposal No. 1890 aims to shift slashing risks entirely to validators, enabling nominators to earn rewards without exposure to principal loss. This change is a prerequisite for the next staking upgrade, which will reduce unbonding time to 24–48 hours and eliminate slashing for nominators. The adjustment could enhance the risk-to-reward ratio for participants, aligning with broader trends in crypto strategies focused on capital efficiency.
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