@Succinct isn’t just building another ZK protocol—it’s creating an ecosystem where both technical and non-technical users can earn. If you’re curious about rewards, here are the two main paths you can take right now: staking and testnet participation.
Staking PROVE Tokens (Delegated Staking)
The most straightforward way to earn is by staking PROVE, Succinct’s ERC-20 token. Instead of running your own prover, you can delegate to one. Here’s the flow:
Deposit your $PROVE into the global iPROVE vault.
Then choose a prover’s vault to delegate to.
You’ll receive stPROVE as a receipt token.
What you earn:
A cut of the fees your prover generates.
Extra rewards from network emissions and foundation incentives, automatically streamed into vaults over time.
Unstaking: You can request an exit (via requestUnstake) and later redeem your stPROVE back to PROVE after a delay.
⚠️ Important: Mainnet isn’t live yet. Staking is currently limited to testnet (e.g., Sepolia), so no real economic value until launch.
Gamified Testnet Rewards & Airdrops
Succinct is running a playful, incentive-driven testnet designed to reward early adopters with PROVE. It’s not just about staking—it’s about experimenting and earning through activities.
How it works:
You need an invite code (distributed through Discord, X, or community events).
Once in, you complete tasks to earn “stars”, which act as points for future airdrops.
Types of tasks:
Fun mini-games like block-clickers or flappy bird-style challenges.
Technical tasks: deploying programs, proving blocks, using CLI tools.
Community activities: joining AMAs, staying active in Discord.
Testnet Stage 2: Things get more interesting—users can run “provers” with CPU/GPU/RAM upgrades. This turns participation into a strategy game: generate points, upgrade your hardware, and even bid in contests to win more stars.
Quick Recap: How to Earn
Staking PROVE → Delegate to provers, earn fee share + emissions.
Testnet Airdrops (Stage 1) → Play games, complete tasks, collect stars → future token rewards.
Testnet Prover Gameplay (Stage 2) → Run virtual provers, upgrade, and earn stars competitively.
Pro Tips to Maximize Rewards
Pick provers with solid reputations and low fees.
Stay active in Discord/X for invite codes and announcements.
Don’t stick to one activity—combine games, technical tasks, and community engagement to rack up more stars.
Keep an eye on the testnet roadmap; new phases = new reward opportunities.
Succinct is still early, which means the biggest upside goes to those who experiment now. Whether you’re a casual gamer, a developer, or a long-term staker, there’s a way to earn your spot in the ecosystem.