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Stake Bitcoin (BTC)

Bitcoin (BTC) can now be actively staked on the Babylon protocol, transforming it from a passive store of value into an active asset for securing other Proof-of-Stake (PoS) blockchains. This unique method allows BTC holders to stake their Bitcoin directly on the Bitcoin blockchain, maintaining self-custody without the need for wrapping or bridging. By delegating their BTC to Babylon Finality Providers, stakers help extend Bitcoin's robust security to a new generation of decentralized networks and earn rewards.

By staking to an FCS node, you agree to the Finoa Consensus Services Terms and Conditions.

Estimated reward rate

0.25% - 0.75%

Comission

Unbonding period

1,008 Bitcoin blocks (~7 days)

Auto-compounding

No - new delegation required

To copy the FCS validator address, please agree with the Finoa Consensus Services General Terms and Conditions.

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Deep expertise

Finoa Consensus Services has been successfully operating over ETH validators for StakeWise, Etherfi and Swell liquid staking pools since May 2022. Our team has extensive system administration experience, blockchain technology expertise, and a dependable, professional hardware stack.

Decentralized

We are already running over 7000 staking validators, powering an expanding range of networks. We’ve successfully run distributed validator technology and are continuously pushing decentralization on Ethereum as an operator for solutions such as Ether.fi and StakeWise.

Secure

Validator keys are secured through key-management processes with built-in disaster-recovery measures, while your withdrawal keys always remain under your control.

Why stake BTC with us?

As a Genesis member of the Babylon network, we offer a premier opportunity to stake your Bitcoin securely and effectively:

Self-custodial & trustless: Your Bitcoin remains fully in your custody on the Bitcoin blockchain; no wrapping or bridging is required, ensuring maximum security and control.

Unlock passive yield: Transform your idle BTC into a productive asset, earning rewards by extending Bitcoin's unparalleled security to other Proof-of-Stake networks.

Pioneering & secure: Partner with a proven Genesis finality provider to be at the forefront of this innovative technology, directly contributing to the enhanced security of the interconnected Web3 ecosystem.

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We build and run your Ethereum validators

Our staking team is qualified to build, deploy, and manage Ethereum validator nodes for service providers with high due diligence needs.

Bring your Ethereum validators in-house and have complete control over your infrastructure’s setup, security, and performance.

Get expert support, free up internal resources, and increase your network footprint with Finoa’s managed Ethereum validator service.

Free up internal resources

Reduced overheads

Dedicated validator team

Increase efficiency

Access validator performance insights

Set your own fees (not applicable for ETH)

Get over 99% uptime

Expand technical capabilities

Fast validator deployment

Advanced integrations

24/7 on call duty

Customize it to your needs

Set it up as you want

Leverage partner solutions

Brand it as your own (not applicable for ETH)

How it works

Step 1: Stake Ethereum (ETH, LSTs, or LRTs)

Begin by staking your Ethereum by either native Staking or Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) to earn foundational staking rewards.

Learn more

Step 2: Restake on EigenLayer

Open the EigenLayer app, enter an amount to deposit, and confirm. After the tokens land in your Restaked balance, choose an operator and delegate.
Your assets now help secure Actively Validated Services, giving you an extra yield stream along with the operator’s and each AVS’s slashing rules.

You have two primary methods for restaking:

Method 1:

Restaking via the EigenLayer App

app.eigenlayer.xyz

Connect wallet:

Go to app.eigenlayer.xyz and connect your Ethereum wallet (e.g., MetaMask).

Choose restaking type

Restake ETH - Register an existing 32 ETH validator or create a new one through an EigenPod (minimum 32 ETH).
‍Restake LSTs or other ERC-20 token - Pick any token shown in the “Restake LSTs” or “Stake Other Tokens” tile, e.g., stETH, rETH, tBTC, USDC.

Select deposit amount and confirm transaction

Enter the amount, sign the Approve (ERC-20) and Deposit transactions. The tokens move into EigenLayer’s strategy contracts or, for native ETH, into your EigenPod.

Delegate to an operator

Open the Operators tab, review each operator’s fee, past performance, and the AVSs they secure, then click Delegate.

Method 2:

Restaking via an LST/LRT provider

LST and LRT providers often integrate with EigenLayer, simplifying restaking.

Choose a provider and deposit ETH or an LST

Platforms like ether.fi let you deposit ETH directly on their site or LSTs to their Eigenlayer Operator.

Visit the provider's platform

Navigate to the website of your chosen LST/LRT provider.

No separate EigenLayer step required

The provider automatically restakes the underlying Token in EigenLayer and delegates it to a set of operators it manages, so you do not need to visit the EigenLayer app or handle delegation yourself.

Earn combined rewards

While you hold the LRT, you accrue the usual staking yield plus EigenLayer restaking incentives, minus the provider’s stated fee.

Start growing your Bitcoin portfolio

Stake BTC

How it works

Prepare two wallets: Bitcoin wallet, any UTXO-based wallet that supports script-based timelocks (e.g., Xverse, Unisat) to lock your BTC. Babylon wallet, a Cosmos-compatible wallet such as Keplr or Leap to sign the delegation transaction on the Babylon Genesis chain.

Visit https://btcstaking.babylonlabs.io in your browser and connect both wallets when prompted.

In the dashboard’s list of providers, select an FP for example Finoa Consensus Services to whom you will delegate the voting power of your locked BTC.

Enter the amount of BTC you want to stake and set a timelock period. Confirm the locking transaction in your Bitcoin wallet. The BTC is held in a self-custodial script; no bridging or wrapping occurs.

After the Bitcoin lock is confirmed, approve the delegation transaction with your Babylon wallet. Your locked BTC is now voting through the chosen FP to secure supported Proof-of-Stake chains.

The dashboard shows your active stake, lock expiry, and any earned rewards. When you wish to exit, request unbonding; once the timelock expires and the FP releases your stake, you can withdraw the BTC back to your wallet.

Staking BTC FAQ

Navigating the complexities of crypto custody can be challenging.
We've compiled answers to frequently asked questions to provide clear and concise information.

What are the two ways I can stake through your service on Babylon?

BABY staking: Delegate your BABY tokens directly on the Babylon (Cosmos) chain to our CometBFT validator. Your BABY stays on-chain and helps secure network consensus.

BTC staking: Send a Bitcoin locking transaction to our Finality Provider address. The BTC never leaves Bitcoin but gives our node voting power in Babylon’s finality rounds, earning you BABY rewards.

What rewards do I earn in each path?

BABY staking: You earn BABY inflation minus a 10 % validator commission.

BTC staking: You earn BABY rewards from our Finality Provider minus a 3 % service fee.

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What are the unbonding periods for BABY & BTC?

BABY unbonding: ~50 hours before tokens become transferable again.

BTC unbonding: ~7 days—defined by the Bitcoin locking script, before you can spend your BTC.

What kind of wallet do I need to stake BABY & BTC?

BABY: A Cosmos-compatible wallet such as Keplr or Leap to delegate and track your stake.

BTC: Any SegWit-enabled Bitcoin wallet (e.g., Sparrow, Electrum, hardware wallets) that lets you sign and broadcast locking/unlocking transactions.

Are there any risks associated with staking BABY & BTC?

Slashing: If our validator or finality node misbehaves, a portion of BABY (and, in worst cases, BTC) can be slashed. We mitigate this with high-uptime infrastructure and strict operational controls.

Market volatility: BABY and BTC prices may fluctuate, affecting the fiat value of your rewards.