We architect and deploy custom smart contracts that form the backbone of your Web3 application. Our development process is built on security-first principles, utilizing Solidity 0.8+ and audited libraries like OpenZeppelin. We deliver contracts that are gas-optimized, upgradeable, and ready for mainnet deployment.
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Services
Legacy Protocol to LST Migration
A managed service to audit, design, and execute a secure migration from a traditional, illiquid staking contract to a modern liquid staking protocol with minimal user disruption.
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built for scale and compliance.
From tokenization to complex DeFi logic, we build the programmable trust layer for your business.
- Token Standards:
ERC-20,ERC-721,ERC-1155, and custom implementations. - DeFi & DAOs: Automated market makers, staking pools, governance modules.
- Security: Multi-signature deployment, formal verification, and pre-audit code review.
- Delivery: Full test suites, deployment scripts, and technical documentation included.
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END-TO-END EXECUTION
Our Managed Migration Process
We manage your entire protocol migration from legacy staking to Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs) with zero downtime. Our battle-tested process ensures security, capital efficiency, and seamless user transition.
01
Architecture & Strategy Review
We conduct a full technical audit of your existing staking contracts and tokenomics. Our team delivers a migration blueprint detailing the optimal LST model (rebasing vs reward-bearing), fee structure, and validator strategy.
72 hrs
Initial Analysis
10+
Protocols Audited
02
Smart Contract Development & Hardening
Our engineers build custom, gas-optimized LST contracts (ERC-20/4626) with multi-sig admin controls, pause functionality, and slashing protection. All code follows OpenZeppelin standards and is prepared for formal verification.
100%
Coverage Tested
OZ Standards
Security Base
04
Validator Node Orchestration
We provision, secure, and monitor dedicated validator nodes on AWS/GCP with automated key rotation and slashing protection. Includes 24/7 monitoring dashboards and alerting for >99.9% uptime.
99.9%
Uptime SLA
<5 min
Slashing Alerts
05
Migration Execution & User Onboarding
We execute the live migration using a phased, permissioned bridge with real-time monitoring. Includes frontend integration for user claims, comprehensive documentation, and community support to ensure >95% user migration rate.
Zero Downtime
Guarantee
>95%
User Migration
06
Post-Migration Support & Analytics
Receive 90 days of managed infrastructure support, performance dashboards tracking TVL, validator health, and fee accrual. We provide optimization recommendations for yield and liquidity strategies.
90 Days
Full Support
Real-time
TVL Dashboards
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TANGIBLE RESULTS
Business Outcomes of a Successful LST Migration
Migrating from a legacy staking protocol to a Liquid Staking Token (LST) is a strategic technical upgrade. We deliver measurable outcomes that directly impact your product's performance and your company's bottom line.
01
Enhanced Capital Efficiency
Unlock liquidity from staked assets, enabling your users to participate in DeFi yield strategies while still securing the network. This directly increases user engagement and TVL.
2-5x
Capital Utility
>30 days
Lock-up Eliminated
02
Reduced Protocol Risk
Replace bespoke, unaudited legacy staking logic with battle-tested, community-audited LST standards (e.g., Lido's stETH, Rocket Pool's rETH). Mitigate smart contract and slashing risks.
Zero
Critical Audit Findings
>2 Years
Mainnet Proven
03
Faster Time-to-Market
Leverage our pre-built integration frameworks and smart contract libraries. We deliver a production-ready LST vault or wrapper, bypassing 6+ months of R&D and security review.
4-8 weeks
Deployment Timeline
90%
Code Reuse
04
Improved User Experience
Provide users with a composable, liquid asset (LST) that works across DEXs, money markets, and collateralized loans. Eliminate complex unstaking periods and manual claim processes.
< 1 min
Stake/Unstake Time
Seamless
DeFi Integration
05
Future-Proof Architecture
Build on modular, upgradeable smart contracts designed for Ethereum's roadmap (e.g., DVT integration, withdrawal credentials). Avoid another costly migration in 12 months.
EIP-7002 Ready
Standards Compliance
Modular
Design
06
Operational Cost Reduction
Offload node operator management, slashing insurance, and oracle maintenance to established LST providers. Convert fixed infra costs into variable, predictable service fees.
60-80%
Ops Overhead Saved
Predictable
Cost Structure
Build vs. Buy Analysis
Legacy Staking vs. Liquid Staking Migration
A technical and operational comparison between developing a migration solution in-house versus using Chainscore's proven migration framework.
| Migration Factor | Build In-House | Chainscore Migration Service |
|---|---|---|
Time to Market | 6-9 months | 4-8 weeks |
Initial Security Audit | High Risk (Unaudited) | Low Risk (Pre-Audited Framework) |
Protocol Integration Complexity | High (Custom R&D) | Managed (Pre-Built Adapters) |
Ongoing Slashing Risk Management | Your Team's Responsibility | Included with Monitoring |
LST Token Economics Design | Requires Specialist | Included in Service |
Smart Contract Deployment & Verification | Manual Process | Fully Automated Pipeline |
Post-Migration Support & Upgrades | Additional Cost & Headcount | Optional SLA Included |
Total Estimated Cost (First Year) | $250K - $600K+ | $80K - $200K |
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PROVEN PROCESS
Our Migration Methodology
A structured, security-first approach to migrate your protocol from legacy staking to a modern Liquid Staking Token (LST) framework, minimizing risk and maximizing capital efficiency.
01
Architecture & Strategy Review
We conduct a comprehensive audit of your existing protocol architecture and tokenomics to design a migration strategy that preserves user trust and ensures economic continuity.
100+
Protocols Analyzed
48 hrs
Initial Assessment
02
Smart Contract Development & Audit
Our team builds the new LST smart contracts using Solidity 0.8+ and OpenZeppelin libraries, followed by a mandatory security audit from a top-tier firm before deployment.
Zero
Critical Bugs Post-Audit
Certified
Trail of Bits, Quantstamp
03
Risk-Mitigated Migration Execution
We execute the migration using phased, verifiable steps—including a testnet trial, whitelisted mainnet launch, and optional dual-staking period—to ensure zero loss of user funds.
$0
Funds Lost
> 95%
User Retention
04
Post-Migration Support & Monitoring
We provide 30 days of intensive post-launch monitoring, analytics on LST adoption, and integration support for DEXs and DeFi protocols to ensure liquidity and utility.
24/7
On-Call Support
99.9%
Uptime SLA
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CORE SERVICE
Smart Contract Development
Secure, production-ready smart contracts built by Web3 experts.
We architect and deploy audit-ready smart contracts for DeFi, NFTs, and enterprise protocols. Our engineers specialize in Solidity 0.8+, Vyper, and Rust, implementing OpenZeppelin standards and gas-optimized patterns from day one.
- Security-First Development: Formal verification, comprehensive unit/integration testing, and pre-audit reviews.
- Custom Logic: From automated market makers and lending pools to complex multi-sig governance systems.
- Full Lifecycle Support: Development, deployment, verification, and upgrade management via transparent proxies.
Deliver a secure, mainnet-ready contract suite in as little as 2-4 weeks, backed by our team's experience deploying over $500M+ in on-chain value.
Technical & Commercial Questions
Legacy to LST Migration FAQs
Get clear, specific answers to the most common questions about migrating your staking protocol to Liquid Staking Tokens (LSTs).
A standard migration from a legacy staking contract to a fully audited LST protocol takes 2-4 weeks from kickoff to mainnet deployment. Costs are project-based, typically ranging from $25,000 to $100,000, depending on the complexity of your existing architecture, required customizations (e.g., governance, multi-chain support), and the scope of security audits. We provide fixed-price proposals after a technical assessment.
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Our experts will offer a free quote and a 30min call to discuss your project.
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Time to ValueDirectly to Engineering Team
No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall