Rated provides independent ratings and robust data pipelines for validators and node operators in proof-of-stake networks, enabling users to access high-integrity performance metrics. The platform addresses the challenge of fragmented and poorly contextualized Web3 infrastructure data, facilitating informed decision-making for stakers and developers.
Funding
$15.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Operating nodes on decentralized infrastructure networks often requires significant technical expertise and resources, creating barriers to entry for many potential participants. This complexity limits network decentralization and resilience, as fewer independent operators are able to contribute.
Solution
Obol Collective provides a suite of modular tools and a community-driven ecosystem designed to simplify and scale decentralized infrastructure networks. Their product suite helps node operators at every step of the journey to run performant, slashing-resistant nodes. Obol enables staking protocols to rapidly scale and decentralize, enhances security and node performance for node operators, and provides home stakers with opportunities to earn staking rewards.
Target Audience
Obol's primary users include staking protocols seeking to improve security and resilience, node operators aiming to enhance performance and earn more delegated stake, and home stakers looking for opportunities to earn staking rewards.
Features
- Charon: Middleware to help node operators run performant, slashing resistant nodes.
- Launchpad: Streamlines node setup and configuration.
- SDK: Facilitates integration with various networks.
- Obol Splits: Enables reward sharing and governance.
- Techne Credential: Verifiable credential for operator reputation and performance.