Stader (SD) Price Today & Live CAD Chart

Stader Price Today

Current SD/CAD real-time price is CA$0.142703, with a 24-hour change rate of -0.33% and a 7-day change rate of -4.01%. SD currently ranks #1016 globally by market cap, with a total market cap of CA$10.868548M, a fully diluted valuation (FDV) of CA$17.204922M, and a 24-hour trading volume of CA$2.525542M. In terms of supply, SD has a maximum supply of 120M, a current circulating supply of 75.81M, with 63.17% already in circulation and 36.83% remaining to be unlocked.

About Stader

What is Stader (SD)?

Stader (SD) is a non-custodial, multi-chain liquid staking protocol that lets users earn staking rewards while keeping liquidity.

Stader is a decentralized infrastructure platform designed to simplify and optimize staking across multiple blockchains. It issues Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) such as ETHx and MATICx.

Key Takeaways

Stader is a multi-chain liquid staking protocol that issues Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) like ETHx and MATICx.

The SD token is the governance and utility token of the Stader ecosystem, used for governance, preferential delegations and slashing insurance, liquidity pools, and access to Stader infrastructure.

It operates on a unique multi-chain architecture, deploying tailored staking solutions on networks like Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, and others.

Stader focuses on security, decentralization, and maximizing user rewards through its validator network and ecosystem partners.

SD is listed on several major centralized exchanges; check each venue's official listing page for available SD pairs before trading.

Key Specifications & Tokenomics

Item	Details
Name (Ticker)	Stader (SD)
Alternative Names	-
Consensus Mechanism	Multi-chain Proof-of-Stake (Liquid Staking)
Smart Contracts	Fully supported (Multi-chain EVM)
Category	Liquid Staking, DeFi
Hash Algorithm	Not applicable — Stader is a liquid staking middleware, not a PoW chain (Keccak-256 is used by the EVM chains it deploys on)
Block Reward	Varies by partner chain
Max Supply	120,000,000 SD
Contract Address	0x30D2…04D10f (as listed on CoinMarketCap; verify the full address on Etherscan before interacting)
Token Standard	ERC-20 (Ethereum)
Token Generation Event	15 March 2022
Circulating Supply	approximately 71.95 million SD (about 60% of max supply)
TPS	Dependent on underlying blockchain
Scaling Solution	Native multi-chain deployment
Blockchain	Ethereum, Polygon, BNB Chain, Fantom, Hedera, and others (Multi-chain)

On 25 June 2024, 30 million SD (20% of the then total supply) were burned, reducing total supply from 150 million to 120 million SD.

Who Created Stader (SD)?

Stader was founded in 2021 by Amitej Gajjala (CEO), Dheeraj Borra and Sidhartha Doddipalli (CTO). The project is developed and governed by Stader Labs. The founding team's stated focus is smart contracts, DeFi and blockchain infrastructure. Stader operates as a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), meaning the SD token holders collectively guide the protocol's future development, treasury management, and key parameter decisions through on-chain governance votes.

Stader Labs announced a US$12.5 million strategic raise; private-sale investors listed on its website include Pantera Capital, Coinbase Ventures, Jump Crypto, Blockchain.com and True Ventures.

How Does Stader (SD) Work?

Stader operates as a multi-chain staking middleware. It provides a unified interface for users to stake native tokens (like ETH, MATIC, or BNB) on various Proof-of-Stake (PoS) networks. When users deposit their assets, Stader mints a corresponding Liquid Staking Token (LST), such as ETHx or MATICx. These LSTs represent the user's staked assets plus accrued rewards. Users can then use these LSTs across the DeFi ecosystem, including lending protocols, liquidity pools, or as collateral, while continuing to earn staking rewards. On the backend, Stader distributes the deposited assets across a curated set of professional node operators and validators to optimize for security, decentralization, and reward yield. The protocol manages the complexities of validator selection, slashing insurance, and reward distribution automatically. Stader does not rely on mining; token distribution occurs through staking rewards and ecosystem incentives.

What Makes Stader (SD) Unique and Valuable?

Stader's primary value proposition is its multi-chain focus and commitment to user-centric design.

Multi-Chain Strategy: Stader deploys its smart contracts across multiple major blockchains. This approach captures liquidity and users from various ecosystems, reducing dependency on any single network's performance.

Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs): Stader's LSTs unlock liquidity for staked assets. This solves the traditional staking problem of locked, non-transferable capital, allowing users to participate in DeFi and maintain financial flexibility.

Focus on Security & Decentralization: Stader employs a rigorous validator onboarding process, requires operator skin-in-the-game (self-stake), and offers slashing insurance funds. Its multi-operator model prevents centralization of stake and enhances network resilience.

SD Token Utility: The SD token is integral to the ecosystem's flywheel. It is used for governance, fee discounts on the platform, and as a staking asset to secure Stader's partner chains (like the Hedera network), creating consistent demand drivers.

What Is Stader (SD) Used For?

The SD token serves multiple critical functions within the Stader ecosystem:

Governance: SD holders can propose and vote on key protocol decisions, such as fee structures, supported blockchains, validator whitelisting, and treasury fund allocations. Staking SD yields xSD, an auto-compounding token that carries governance rights; validators stake xSD to receive preferential delegations and provide slashing insurance.

Fee Discounts: Users can stake SD tokens to receive discounts on protocol fees associated with minting or redeeming Liquid Staking Tokens.

Preferential Delegations & Slashing Insurance: Validators stake xSD tokens to receive preferential delegations and provide slashing insurance. In v2, any xSD holder can stake to support a validator that he/she prefers by staking on his/her behalf.

Liquidity Pools: Liquidity providers for SD and xSD pairs with stables or native tokens receive SD token rewards and pool fees.

Stader Infrastructure: Third-party protocols stake xSD tokens to leverage Stader contracts and infrastructure.

Community Incentives: The protocol uses SD tokens to reward liquidity providers for SD pairs and to incentivize user participation in various ecosystem initiatives.

Stader charges a fee of 3%–10% of staking rewards depending on the solution type (subject to governance), and a portion of protocol fees is paid to SD stakers.

How to Buy SD Coin?

SD is listed on several major centralized exchanges; check each venue's official listing page for available SD pairs before trading.

If you choose to trade on a centralized exchange, the general steps are to register an account, complete the platform's KYC verification, deposit funds, and then select the SD trading pair you wish to use.

Risks and Considerations

SD's price is subject to market volatility, and the value of the token can rise or fall significantly. Regulatory treatment of crypto assets varies by jurisdiction and may change, which can affect access to SD and related services. Stader also carries technical risk, including smart contract vulnerabilities and validator slashing events, which the protocol's insurance pools are designed to mitigate but cannot eliminate. This article is for reference only and does not constitute investment advice.

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How to Buy and Use Stader

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2Identity VerificationComplete basic KYC verification to protect your account and assets.
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4Receive CoinsStader is instantly credited to your BTCC account, ready for trading at any time.

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Stader FAQs

What is the live price, market cap, and 24h volume of Stader (SD)?

As of right now, the live price of Stader (SD) is CA$0.142703. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated SD to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Stader records a 24h trading volume of CA$2.525542M (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of CA$10.868548M. Its current circulating supply stands at 75.81M out of a maximum supply cap of 120M.

Why does the price of Stader (SD) fluctuate, and what drives its volatility?

The price volatility of Stader (SD) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Bank of Canada or US Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (75.81M) to max supply (120M), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.

What are the all-time high (ATH) and all-time low (ATL) for Stader (SD)?

Looking at its historical price performance, Stader (SD) hit an all-time high (ATH) of CA$13.391314 on 2022-04-06 00:30, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at CA$0.131095 on 2026-08-18 07:45. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.

How to read the Stader (SD) price chart for futures trading?

When trading SD futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume (CA$2.525542M), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.

How to profit from Stader (SD) price drops? (Short Selling Guide)

Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s SDUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Stader, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the SDUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.

Can I trade Stader (SD) perpetual futures with high leverage on BTCC?

Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for SDUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.

How to practise Stader (SD) futures trading with a free demo account?

Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: CA$0.142703), you can practise opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for SDUSDT with zero financial risk.

Step-by-step guide: How to buy and trade Stader (SD) on BTCC?

Trading Stader (SD) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for SDUSDT, and review its live price (CA$0.142703) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.