

Introducing Season 3: veMODE + $2m in OP incentives
TLDR: Mode is launching veMODE and becoming the first L2 to implement a vote escrow model for the distribution of incentives to ecosystem protocols. veMODE is an upgrade to the current MODE staking module. Stakers will be rewarded for upgrading their staked MODE balance in order to take part in this new system. OP rewards start accruing immediately upon upgrade, claimable after successful voting participation.Key benefits:Staking to veMODE enables users to continue to earn OP and vote for the...

Shutterized Mode Testnet - Navigating Towards Comprehensive MEV Awareness
Mode is proud to partner with Shutter to announce the impending launch of the Shutterized Mode testnet. Slated for release in the next three weeks, this initiative marks a crucial advance towards a fully MEV-aware Mode ecosystem. Our collaboration signifies not just technological integration but a shared vision for a network that is safer, more resistant to censorship, and protected against front-running—all while maintaining a stance of neutrality at the base layer.The Encrypted Mempool: A C...

Introducing Season 4: The Agentic Economy
TLDRUp to 2M in OP incentives are available in Season 4 for veMODE holders to direct to ecosystem protocols.Stake Mode to earn OP and ecosystem bribesVoting power carries over from Season 3 to Season 4.Bribe Marketplace: Protocols can tap Hidden Hand to offer bribes, streamlining distribution and boosting user engagement.Greater Protocol Transparency: Protocols must provide more insight into their distribution of incentives to remain gauge-eligible.Onchain Activity: OP rewards aim to fuel tan...
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TLDR: MODE staking v1.2 with 200,000 in OP rewards is going live at 4pm UTC on Thursday May 16th. Users can view the OP APR for staking $MODE in addition to the universal points boost on their Mode dashboard at https://app.mode.network/early/.
As part of our mission to grow DeFi within Optimism’s Superchain we are evolving Mode Staking by adding OP incentives. These OP incentives will enable Mode users to further contribute to growing Mode and the Superchain.
The program will initially run for 10 weeks starting on May 16th at 4pm UTC with 20,000 OP available each week. MODE stakers can get a share of the 20,000 OP tokens available each week based on the amount and duration their $MODE is staked.
Users will be able to see the estimated APR in the MODE Staking section of the Mode Dashboard.
Users can stake $MODE tokens by visiting the staking section of the Mode Dashboard at https://app.mode.network/early/
On this dashboard users will be able to see the estimated APR for staking their $MODE tokens which will be claimable in OP tokens.
The OP a user gets from staking their $MODE will is claimable every 7 days on Optimism’s OP Mainnet. The contract to claim staking rewards on OP mainnet is available on the Mode dashboard and will be live in 7 days. (please be vigilant and only claim OP from this module).
When can users start staking?
Users can start staking $MODE now and OP rewards will be claimable every 7 days on OP Mainnet.
Can users stake and unstake $MODE?
Yes, users can stake and unstake easily via the Mode dashboard. Please note there is a 7 day cooldown period when unstaking assets.
If i’m already staking $MODE do I need to do anything to get the OP rewards?
No, if you are already staking $Mode you are earning the OP rewards. You will need to claim the OP rewards.
Why do users get OP on OP mainnet?
Users will receive OP on OP mainnet as this is the main chain for the OP token. Mode is a key member of Optimism’s Superchain and has been given a grant by OP which Mode aims to use to incentivise the community.

TLDR: MODE staking v1.2 with 200,000 in OP rewards is going live at 4pm UTC on Thursday May 16th. Users can view the OP APR for staking $MODE in addition to the universal points boost on their Mode dashboard at https://app.mode.network/early/.
As part of our mission to grow DeFi within Optimism’s Superchain we are evolving Mode Staking by adding OP incentives. These OP incentives will enable Mode users to further contribute to growing Mode and the Superchain.
The program will initially run for 10 weeks starting on May 16th at 4pm UTC with 20,000 OP available each week. MODE stakers can get a share of the 20,000 OP tokens available each week based on the amount and duration their $MODE is staked.
Users will be able to see the estimated APR in the MODE Staking section of the Mode Dashboard.
Users can stake $MODE tokens by visiting the staking section of the Mode Dashboard at https://app.mode.network/early/
On this dashboard users will be able to see the estimated APR for staking their $MODE tokens which will be claimable in OP tokens.
The OP a user gets from staking their $MODE will is claimable every 7 days on Optimism’s OP Mainnet. The contract to claim staking rewards on OP mainnet is available on the Mode dashboard and will be live in 7 days. (please be vigilant and only claim OP from this module).
When can users start staking?
Users can start staking $MODE now and OP rewards will be claimable every 7 days on OP Mainnet.
Can users stake and unstake $MODE?
Yes, users can stake and unstake easily via the Mode dashboard. Please note there is a 7 day cooldown period when unstaking assets.
If i’m already staking $MODE do I need to do anything to get the OP rewards?
No, if you are already staking $Mode you are earning the OP rewards. You will need to claim the OP rewards.
Why do users get OP on OP mainnet?
Users will receive OP on OP mainnet as this is the main chain for the OP token. Mode is a key member of Optimism’s Superchain and has been given a grant by OP which Mode aims to use to incentivise the community.

Introducing Season 3: veMODE + $2m in OP incentives
TLDR: Mode is launching veMODE and becoming the first L2 to implement a vote escrow model for the distribution of incentives to ecosystem protocols. veMODE is an upgrade to the current MODE staking module. Stakers will be rewarded for upgrading their staked MODE balance in order to take part in this new system. OP rewards start accruing immediately upon upgrade, claimable after successful voting participation.Key benefits:Staking to veMODE enables users to continue to earn OP and vote for the...

Shutterized Mode Testnet - Navigating Towards Comprehensive MEV Awareness
Mode is proud to partner with Shutter to announce the impending launch of the Shutterized Mode testnet. Slated for release in the next three weeks, this initiative marks a crucial advance towards a fully MEV-aware Mode ecosystem. Our collaboration signifies not just technological integration but a shared vision for a network that is safer, more resistant to censorship, and protected against front-running—all while maintaining a stance of neutrality at the base layer.The Encrypted Mempool: A C...

Introducing Season 4: The Agentic Economy
TLDRUp to 2M in OP incentives are available in Season 4 for veMODE holders to direct to ecosystem protocols.Stake Mode to earn OP and ecosystem bribesVoting power carries over from Season 3 to Season 4.Bribe Marketplace: Protocols can tap Hidden Hand to offer bribes, streamlining distribution and boosting user engagement.Greater Protocol Transparency: Protocols must provide more insight into their distribution of incentives to remain gauge-eligible.Onchain Activity: OP rewards aim to fuel tan...
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