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 TAO Bridge

How the Integrated Bridge Works

The Tao Bridge facilitates the bidirectional transfer of wTAO tokens between the Ethereum blockchain and the Bittensor Network, in turn providing an efficient means for users who want to stake their wTAO with Gradient. Here is a brief overview of how the bridge works.

  • Initiating Transfer: This starts by connecting an Ethereum wallet to the Gradient platform and selecting a desired amount of wTAO to bridge to the TAO Network.

  • Locking and Minting: This lockup of the chosen wTAO amount is encoded in a contract on Ethereum, and an equivalent amount of TAO is unlocked on the TAO Network, ready for staking or other use.

  • Staking on the TAO Network: Users can then stake their newly received TAO with Gradient’s validator on the TAO Network, at which point they can join in on network consensus and earn staking rewards.

  • Bridging Back to Ethereum: Assets can be bridged back to Ethereum through the same process and receive wTAO at any time after they are staked.

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