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View ChartStake DAO is a non-custodial decentralized finance protocol built on Ethereum that focuses on boosting liquidity provider yield through the accumulation of deep governance power. The platform brands itself as "DeFi's Yield Hub," offering users higher yield with a hands-off approach and maximum boost. SDT is the protocol's native ERC-20 governance token, which allows holders to vote on platform decisions and earn a share of the fees generated by Stake DAO's staking and automated investment strategies. The token has a maximum supply of 100,000,000 SDT, with a total supply of approximately 65.08 million SDT and a circulating supply of roughly 23.89 million SDT. Stake DAO launched in early 2021 and has since developed into a multi-service platform spanning boosted strategies, lending, liquid lockers, vote markets, and a boost marketplace.
Stake DAO is described as a platform built by the community. Julien Bouteloup is associated with the project, as referenced in a QuickNode Builders Guide entry titled "Stake DAO by Julien Bouteloup." Beyond this association, detailed public information about the founding team and individual contributors is currently limited. The project's community-driven positioning is consistent with its governance model, where SDT holders participate in decision-making through staking mechanisms such as vlSDT and veSDT.
Stake DAO operates on a flywheel model in which every component feeds the next: more deposits deepen governance power, which in turn deepens the boost available to liquidity providers. The DAO locks governance tokens permanently to accumulate voting power, and that power is directed toward the strategies used by depositors, earning fees in return. The five core components of this flywheel are Strategies, Lending, Liquid Lockers, Votemarket, and vlSDT. Strategies allow users to deposit LP tokens or single assets such as stablecoins, ETH, and BTC into boosted strategies that earn amplified APY instantly, with the boost coming from the protocol's governance power rather than requiring users to lock tokens themselves. Lending, powered by Morpho, lets users borrow against their boosted LP positions without losing yield, and they can loop by redepositing borrowed assets to lever up exposure. Liquid Lockers accept governance tokens like CRV, FXN, or YB, lock the underlying tokens permanently, and issue tradable sdTokens that retain the same voting rights as veTokens while remaining liquid. Votemarket allows sdTokens to direct gauge votes toward liquidity pools each week, with token issuers paying for that influence through on-chain campaigns. Finally, vlSDT is obtained by staking SDT, providing full voting power from day one and amplifying the voting weight of sdTokens.
Stake DAO's primary differentiator is its Liquid Locker architecture, which separates governance power from liquidity. Users who deposit governance tokens into a Liquid Locker receive tradable sdTokens, meaning they can sell, stake, or deploy those tokens elsewhere while the underlying governance power remains permanently locked and working to boost yields across the protocol. This creates a system where passive depositors can access amplified yields without locking any tokens themselves, while governance token holders can convert idle assets into productive, liquid positions. The Boost Marketplace adds another layer of uniqueness by functioning as an on-chain order book where vlSDT holders can list their unused boost for sale and sdToken holders can rent boost on demand. This turns locked governance power into a measurable, tradable yield boost with transparent weekly epochs. The Votemarket further extends the model by allowing any protocol with vote-escrowed governance to pay for influence, broadening the ecosystem beyond SDT itself. Together, these mechanisms position Stake DAO as a yield hub that connects governance power, liquidity, and lending into a single integrated system.
The Stake DAO Token (SDT) is a governance token that allows users to vote and earn fees generated on the Stake DAO platform through products such as staking and automated investment strategies. Token holders can stake their SDT to receive a share of the DAO fees. Staking SDT yields vlSDT, which provides full and constant voting power on Stake DAO's governance from day one, amplifies the gauge voting weight of every sdToken held, and earns a share of all protocol fees distributed every weekly epoch. The vlSDT model is 1:1 with no minimum, no cliff, and no voting-power decay, and exits are processed through an 8-week withdrawal queue rather than a multi-year lock. Beyond governance, SDT underpins the protocol's boost economy: unused boost can be rented out on the Boost Marketplace, and vlSDT holders can sell their boost to sdToken holders seeking to amplify their own voting power and earn boosted yield.
Stake DAO has expanded across multiple governance tokens and DeFi integrations. The protocol is built across governance tokens that matter, including Curve, and its Liquid Lockers support CRV, FXN, and YB, accumulating veCRV, veFXN, and veYB in the process. Lending is powered by Morpho, and live Votemarket campaigns include pairs such as msUSD/frxUSD, crvUSD/USDT, and frxUSD/USDC. The Boost Marketplace operates as an on-chain order book with weekly epochs, where example orders show SDT amounts listed for sale and purchase. The protocol reports a total value locked of approximately $198.09 million. SDT trades on 30 active markets and is featured across major data aggregators. The ecosystem continues to develop around its core flywheel of strategies, lending, liquid lockers, vote markets, and vlSDT governance.
SDT is not mined through proof-of-work. Instead, tokens are acquired through participation in the Stake DAO ecosystem and its governance staking mechanisms. Users can stake SDT to receive vlSDT, which provides voting power and a share of protocol fees. Governance token holders can deposit CRV, FXN, or YB into Liquid Lockers to receive sdTokens, which remain liquid and can be staked or deployed elsewhere. Liquidity providers can deposit LP tokens or single assets into boosted Strategies to earn amplified yield without locking any tokens. The protocol also references Masterchef inflation in its token documentation, which relates to the distribution of SDT emissions. Those seeking exposure to SDT can acquire it through supported trading venues and then participate in staking, lending, or boost rental activities.
Stake DAO is a non-custodial platform, meaning users retain control of their assets directly from their wallets. To keep SDT safe, use a reputable self-custody wallet that supports ERC-20 tokens on Ethereum and the Arbitrum network. Always verify contract addresses before interacting with any token or protocol, and be aware that the Ethereum contract address for SDT is displayed in truncated form on some data platforms. Store private keys and seed phrases offline and never share them. When using lending or boosted strategies, monitor position health factors, especially when looping borrowed assets to lever up exposure. Review the protocol's documentation and audit information, including its CertiK rating of 4.2, before depositing funds. Be cautious of unsolicited messages or links claiming to offer SDT rewards, and remember that the value of SDT has declined significantly from its all-time high, so position sizing and risk management are essential.
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As of right now, the live price of Stake DAO (SDT) is $0.107305. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated SDT to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, Stake DAO records a 24h trading volume of $0 (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of $2.576996M. Its current circulating supply stands at 23.9M out of a maximum supply cap of 100M.
The price volatility of Stake DAO (SDT) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (23.9M) to max supply (100M), 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.
Looking at its historical price performance, Stake DAO (SDT) hit an all-time high (ATH) of $16.625465 on 2021-02-04 00:05, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at $0.076703 on 2026-08-01 18:55. 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.
When trading SDT 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 ($0), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s SDTUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for Stake DAO, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the SDTUSDT 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.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for SDTUSDT 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.
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: $0.107305), you can practice opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for SDTUSDT with zero financial risk.
Trading Stake DAO (SDT) 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 SDTUSDT, and review its live price ($0.107305) 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.
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