Gradient Documentation
  • Introduction to Gradient
  • Preface
    • Purpose and Scope of This GitBook
    • How to Use This GitBook
  • Introduction to Liquid Staking
    • What is Liquid Staking?
    • The Importance of Liquid Staking in DeFi
    • Overview of Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs)
  • The TAO Network and Bittensor
    • Introduction to the TAO Network
    • Bittensor: A Revolution in AI through Blockchain
    • Proof of Intelligence (PoI): A New Consensus Mechanism
    • Operation of the Bittensor Platform
    • Bittensor Use Cases
    • Advantages of Bittensor
  • The Gradient Protocol
    • Overview of Gradient
    • Key Features and Innovations
      • Incentivisation through GDT Tokens
      • The Role of GDT Token and swTAO
      • Seamless Staking Mechanism
      • Bridging the Worlds of Ethereum and the TAO Network
    • Tokenomics
    • Conclusion
  • Technical Architecture
    • Layer 1: The Blockchain
    • Security Protocols
    • Interoperability
    • Layer 2: The AI Integration Layer
    • Layer 3: User Interface and Interaction
    • Conclusion
  • Staking with Gradient
    • Introduction to Staking on Gradient
    • How to Stake wTAO on Gradient
    • Understanding swTAO: Benefits and Use Cases
    • Rewards and Incentives for Stakers
    • Conclusion
  • The TAO Bridge
    • Introduction to the TAO Bridge
    • How the Integrated Bridge Works
    • Use Cases and Advantages
    • Technical Implementation
    • Conclusion
  • Participating in the Gradient Ecosystem
    • Introduction
    • Becoming a Validator or Delegator
    • Governance and the Role of the GDT Token
    • Building on Gradient: Opportunities for Developers
    • Conclusion
  • Security and Risk Management
    • Introduction
    • Security Measures in Gradient
    • Understanding the Risks
    • Conclusion
  • Future Roadmap and Developments on the TAO Network
    • Introduction
    • Enhancements and Innovations
    • User Experience and Accessibility Improvements
    • Strengthening the TAO Network Connection
    • Vision for Gradient on the TAO Network
    • Conclusion
  • Getting Started with Gradient
    • Introduction
    • Setting Up Your Wallet for wTAO and GDT
    • Staking wTAO with Gradient
    • Accessing and Using the Tao Bridge
    • Participating in Governance and the Gradient Community
    • Conclusion
    • Glossary of Terms
    • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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  1. Staking with Gradient

How to Stake wTAO on Gradient

Gradient staking is meant to keep it simple — in line with the protocol’s broader principle of focusing on accessibility and user participation. Here’s how it works:

  • Setup your Wallet: Make sure your wallet (you will need MetaMask or MyEtherWallet when it’s finished) is in the correct network — in our case, Ethereum —, you have the correct wallet selected (ie it should hold a balance of wTAO), and a bit of ETH to pay for transaction fees.

  • Access the Gradient Interface: Navigate to the Gradient staking platform and connect your wallet. [URL: https://gradientprotocol.io ]

  • Stake wTAO: Choose to stake as much wTAO as you want. The interface will guide you through the process of preparing and approving the transaction, along with the actual staking.

  • Receive swTAO: After you stake your wTAO, you automatically receive swTAO tokens. swTAO are fully fungible tokens representing your full stake and allow you to claim your staking rewards. They can also be used across any other supported DeFi protocols such as lending or borrowing, just as if you were still holding your original assets.

    • WARNING: HOLD ONTO THESE TOKENS. Without them, you will not be able to claim back your funds or rewards.

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