The NOM contributor workstream on behalf of the Lido Node Operator Subgovernance Group (LNOSG) would like to provide an update regarding one Lido x SSV Cohort 3 cluster: Lido x SSV: Insightful Ibex.
One of the participants, Everstake, has decided to not move forward in onboarding via Lido x SSV Cohort 3.
After a discussion with the LNOSG to consider options, it was suggested to replace Everstake with Openbitlab, another Professional Node Operator that was previously proposed as a backup operator in the SSV Advanced Node Operator proposal. Openbitlab would run infrastructure from the same geography, has shown strong mainnet performance, and voluntarily participated in the last SSV testnet to assist new participants.
This rotation will allow for the cluster to move forward quickly with onboarding and moving forward with its next steps.
The discussion period is now open for the DAO to consider these changes. Onboarding will begin optimistically however no keys will be submitted to the registry until the week discussion period is complete in the event additional discussion is required. The updated proposal is available to view here.