Aethir and EigenLayer’s partnership, established in January, is moving to the next level by bringing ATH pre-deposits on EigenLayer for our loyal community. ATH stakers are in for a major surprise in the form of EigenATH (eATH), a liquid staking token received when staking ATH in our EigenLayer ATH Vault. By pre-depositing ATH in our EigenLayer ATH Vault, users will receive eATH, a liquid staking token with major potential. Integrated with EigenLayer’s AVS, this staking pool enables Aethir to onboard compute. New compute providers (Cloud Hosts) can borrow ATH to onboard to Aethir’s compute infrastructure while contributing to the broader EigenLayer restaking ecosystem. This new liquid staking token will enable users to earn ATH as staking rewards. 

We are bringing our $113 million+ annual recurring decentralized AI and gaming GPU cloud revenue to EigenLayer’s Autonomous Verifiable Services (AVS) model and enabling the community to directly support our Cloud Hosts and AI enterprise clients. All compute in Aethir’s DePIN stack is staked with ATH, and now, community members can support our Cloud Hosts by providing the required ATH stake in exchange for eATH tokens. Once their staking period expires, eATH holders can redeem their tokens for ATH staking rewards derived from Cloud Host compute provider fees. 

Redemption of eATH becomes available on 13th June 2026. Once redemption is initiated, tokens will vest for 30 days before being released.

Our stakers will participate in providing much-needed computing power for our vast network of 120+ enterprise clients and partners across the AI, Web3, and gaming sectors. Each user who pre-deposits their ATH in the EigenLayer ATH Vault will join Aethir’s journey to support the most innovative AI and gaming enterprises with premium, decentralized, scalable, and cost-effective cloud computing. 

Key Benefits for the Aethir Community

Let’s have a look at the key benefits of our EigenLayer ATH Vault.

• ATH Staking for eATH: Users stake ATH to receive eATH, a liquid staking token representing their staked position, which is potentially usable in DeFi applications. Once their staking period ends, users can redeem ATH staking rewards with eATH.
• Cloud Host Borrowing: Cloud Hosts can borrow ATH tokens to power Aethir’s decentralized cloud services, such as GPU computing for AI, gaming, or rendering. Our Cloud Hosts are leveraging the staked ATH provided by the community. Cloud Hosts pay fees, which are distributed to stakers.
• Shared Rewards: Stakers earn a proportional share of Cloud Host fees by supporting Aethir’s decentralized network, contributing to ecosystem growth.

How will the ATH EigenLayer Pre-deposits Work?

Pre-deposits for our EigenLayer ATH Vault are designed to offer a streamlined user experience for community members to directly support our decentralized cloud computing network and earn a portion of the Cloud Hosts’ service fees for their role. 

EigenLayer Pre-deposits Staking Process 

1. Users predeposit ATH into the EigenLayer ATH Vault via Aethir’s staking platform. 
2. Upon deposit, they receive eATH tokens at a 1:1 ratio, reflecting staked ATH plus the accrued rewards during the staking period.
3. Staked ATH is locked for one year, until 13th June 2026, to ensure network stability and align with Aethir’s and EigenLayer’s security mechanisms.
4. After the one-year lock-up, unstaking requires a 30-day withdrawal period, during which no rewards are earned. This extended period supports EigenLayer’s intersubjective forking security model and Aethir’s ecosystem requirements.
5. Rewards include a share of Cloud Host fees. The rewards are auto-compounded to increase eATH value, with distributions occurring periodically.
6. Users will have an upcoming APR Calculator at their disposal to estimate annual percentage returns based on staking activity and reward distribution.

The EigenLayer ATH Vault represents one of the most innovative ATH token use cases, showcasing the versatility of the Aethir ecosystem. EigenLayer’s re-staking infrastructure is a trustworthy blockchain solution that enables Aethir’s decentralized GPU cloud to connect ATH stakers with Cloud Hosts. Together with EigenLayer, we are forming a symbiotic bond between these two critical parts of the Aethir community, fostering enhanced reward generation and network efficiency for all participants.

Pre-deposits for the EigenLayer ATH Vault will go live on May 23, 2025, with staking accessible via user.aethir.com/stake/eigenlayer. Full reward distributions and host onboarding are set to expand through Q4 2025.

Aethir’s EigenLayer Pre-deposits FAQ

1. What is EigenATH (eATH), and how is it used?
   eATH is a liquid staking token received when staking ATH in the EigenLayer ATH Vault. It represents your staked ATH and accrued rewards. eATH is a liquid representation of your staked ATH, allowing Cloud Hosts to borrow ATH to operate Aethir’s decentralized GPU compute infrastructure.
2. Who are Cloud Hosts, and what do they do?
   Cloud Hosts are GPU compute providers in Aethir’s decentralized cloud network. They generate fees, which are shared with stakers.
3. How are rewards calculated and distributed?
   Rewards include Cloud Host fees, distributed proportionally to eATH holdings. The APR calculator will provide detailed estimates.
4. Why is there a one-year lock-up and 30-day unstaking period?
   The lock-up ensures Aethir’s network stability, while the unstaking period aligns with EigenLayer’s security model.
5. What are the risks of staking ATH in this pool?
   Risks include smart contract vulnerabilities, slashing (if operators misbehave), ATH price volatility, and liquidity constraints due to the lock-up and unstaking periods.
6. Can I use eATH in DeFi during the lock-up?
   While eATH is a liquid token, its DeFi usability may be restricted during the one-year lock-up. Post-lock, eATH can be traded or used, subject to platform support.
7. Can I delegate my eATH to optimize rewards?
   Yes, you may delegate your eATH to verified operators to optimize reward generation. Operators manage Cloud Host interactions, potentially increasing efficiency. Delegation typically incurs a fee deducted from your rewards.
8. Is eATH custodial or non-custodial?
   eATH is non-custodial, meaning you retain control of your staked assets via your wallet. However, ensure your wallet’s private keys are secure to prevent unauthorized access.‍
9. How do I receive eATH?
   To receive eATH, connect a compatible wallet (e.g., MetaMask) to Aethir’s staking platform. Stake ATH in the Eigen pre-deposits pool, and eATH will be credited to your wallet at a 1:1 ratio, reflecting your staked ATH plus any compounded rewards.

For FAQs and participation details, visit: docs.aethir.com/aethir-staking/eigen-predeposit-faq