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Optimism Picks Etherfi: weETH as Core Asset
Season 1 Episode 87
Optimism has officially selected Etherfi as its liquid staking partner for OP Mainnet, positioning weETH as a core asset across the ecosystem. After a full review comparing liquidity depth, yield, risk, and long-term alignment, the Optimism Collective determined that Etherfi offered the strongest risk-adjusted profile.
This upgrade means weETH is now primed for deep integration across OP Mainnet — from DEXs and lending markets to custodial platforms and institutional workflows. Builders gain a liquid staking token designed for higher security, transparency, and compatibility with the OP Stack.
At the same time, Optimism is maintaining a multi-protocol approach. Etherfi isn’t the permanent winner — it’s the first anchor in a broader, diversified liquid staking landscape the Collective intends to grow over time.
For DeFi teams, the signal is clear: building around weETH as collateral or a base asset will get easier, with more liquidity and tooling expected to accumulate around it.
This move strengthens the financial foundation of OP Mainnet while keeping the door open for additional liquid staking partners in the future.
⚠️ Not Financial Advice
Crypto is volatile — always do your own research before making staking or integration decisions.
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