Lido's liquid staking ecosystem has made new progress. According to the latest news, an important update will be introduced in the version launching on January 13, 2026—optimization and adjustment of the combined margin and cross-collateralization discount mechanisms.

The core focus of this adjustment is the reclassification of stETH. Specifically, stETH will be included in the ETH asset category within the expanded risk matrix for combined margin, ensuring prudent risk management while also freeing up more capital efficiency space for participants within the ecosystem.

For stakers and DeFi users, this means that stETH, as an important liquid staking asset, will be more rationalized in terms of risk pricing and collateral valuation. Although these parameter tweaks may seem technical, they directly impact the operational efficiency of the entire decentralized finance ecosystem.