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. The Gradient Protocol
  2. Key Features and Innovations

The Role of GDT Token and swTAO

The GDT token and swTAO are key components of the functionality and value proposition of the Gradient protocol.

  • GDT Token: The operations of Gradient revolve around liquid democratic processes open to all holders of the GDT token. GDT holders have the ability to participate in upgrading the protocol and suggesting feature implementations. GDT will also be used to compensate its validators and delegators. This way, GDT aligns incentives across the network.

  • swTAO: This tokenization of staked wTAO ensures users can stay liquid and engage with the Ethereum DeFi ecosystem without having to unstake. It’s a staking derivative. Stakers can trade swTAO, use it as collateral or as a source for yield farming or liquidity pools.

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