Berachain (BERA)
Berachain has emerged as one of web3’s most anticipated protocol launches, backed by leading venture firms and supported by a uniquely engaged community of bears, developers, and enthusiasts.
Berachain is EVM identical, meaning many popular DeFi protocols can launch "out of the box." The protocol introduces Proof of Liquidity (PoL) — a novel consensus model that combines security with capital efficiency. Berachain uses a dual-token system:
- $BERA – Gas token and staking asset
- $BGT – Governance token used for delegation and incentives
Staking Data
| Metric | Detail |
|---|---|
| Staking Rate | TBD |
| Slashing | Not active yet |
| Reward Frequency | Every 4 seconds |
| Withdrawal Time | No active withdrawal process yet |
| Activation Time | Upon meeting active set requirement |
Custody & Wallet Support: BitGo, Zodia, Fireblocks, WalletConnect
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between $BGT and $BERA?
- $BERA is the native gas and staking token.
- $BGT is the governance token earned via staking or delegation.
- You can delegate $BGT to validators to earn more $BGT.
- $BGT can be redeemed 1:1 for $BERA (but not vice versa).
Slashing
No slashing is live at this time, though future implementation is expected.
Are rewards auto-compounding?
No — $BGT must be manually claimed and redelegated to continue compounding.
Do I earn in $BERA or $BGT?
Stakers earn $BGT, which can be burned for $BERA at any time.
Custody Integrations
Expected at launch — BitGo, Fireblocks, and WalletConnect will support staking via Pier Two’s Control Centre.
How does $BGT delegation work?
As you stake $BERA, you earn $BGT. You can delegate it to validators to earn higher rates via Reward Vaults. Pier Two partners with protocols to maximize $BGT emissions through whitelabeled validators.
How to Stake on Berachain
Staking is done via the Pier Two Control Centre.
- Stake $BERA using any web3-compatible wallet (e.g. WalletConnect, Fireblocks, BitGo)
- Staked $BERA earns $BGT
- Redelegate $BGT to a Pier Two validator to optimize rewards
Pier Two is securing partnerships with protocols and LPs to maximize $BGT emissions.
Pier Two Whitelabeled Validators
Protocols and LPs may vertically integrate their incentives. Pier Two supports whitelabeling Berachain validators for projects that want to:
- Drive $BGT emissions back into their ecosystem
- Launch dedicated infrastructure with customized control
- Participate in Proof of Liquidity rewards directly
Additional Insights
| Topic | Details |
|---|---|
| Validator Limits | 250k $BERA or 1 more than lowest active validator (whichever is greater). Max 10m $BERA per validator. No cap on $BGT delegation. |
| Reward Vaults | Smart contracts approved by governance. Validators route $BGT emissions into these to maximize rewards. |
| $BERA | Gas token. Required to stake or create validators. |
| $BGT | Governance token. Delegated to earn more $BGT. |
| Validator Set | Permissionless validator onboarding. Must meet 250k $BERA or exceed stake of lowest validator when seats are full. |
Why Stake with Pier Two?
Pier Two is an enterprise-grade non-custodial staking provider, trusted by institutions, custodians, exchanges, funds and layer-1s around the world. We focus on performance, transparency and security without taking custody of anything.
- Founded in 2018 and focused on high-touch client relationships.
- Industry leading performance and #1 of all time on the Rated Network.
- Institutional grade with ISO 27001:2022 and SOC-2 certifications and security.
Contact Us
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Updated 11 days ago