As part of CMv2 migration preparation, we want to flag a scenario to the community ahead of time.
Context: CMv2 requires seeding 0x02 validators via incoming deposits before consolidations can proceed at scale. Seeding timelines are currently modeled at ~83–100 days under normal deposit flow, with a specific buffer mechanism for seed deposits.
The scenario: If incoming deposits are insufficient to cover required seed deposits for 0x02 validators in a timely manner, we may ask Node Operators to voluntarily exit some validators to help meet seeding requirements.
We want to flag because:
- This would be a deviation and outside the scope of what the SNOP for Validator Exits (v4) currently establishes
- Any such requests would be targeted and tied to unblocking seed deposit shortfalls specifically
- NOs and the broader community should be aware of this possibility before migration begins for transparency purposes
We’ll follow up here if/when this mechanism is actually invoked.