TREE Series (Thirty-Four): In-Depth Reveal of the Operator Role
In the DOR ecosystem of Treehouse, the role of the operator is often overlooked, but it is actually the unsung hero behind the entire system's operation. Operators are responsible for managing the data flow of DOR, ensuring that interest rate predictions are smoothly aggregated from panel members, forming a reliable benchmark curve. Treehouse Labs itself was the first operator; they not only maintain the technical infrastructure but also coordinate the submissions from panel members, preventing potential risks. Just think, without operators, DOR would not be able to withstand scrutiny nor expand to multiple chains.
How do operators make money? They share a portion of the TREE query fees paid by referencers, of course, provided that the system operates stably. To become an operator, one must stake TREE as collateral, which binds their interests to the security of the protocol. If there are issues with the data flow, the staked assets may be forfeited, incentivizing everyone to be responsible. Delegators can also support operators by staking tAssets, indirectly participating in governance and earning consensus rewards. TREE is key here—it is not only used for fees but also drives the entire crypto economic model, motivating operators to innovate.
Compared to centralized administrators in traditional finance, DOR's operators are more decentralized and will be opened up to more qualified entities in the future. For example, operators can drive the optimization of the TESR curve, helping tETH arbitrage more efficiently. At a deeper level, this role is not just about technical maintenance; it is also about being a guardian of the ecosystem, promoting a transparent and fair transition in DeFi. Join Treehouse; if you are interested in backend operations, pay more attention to the dynamics of operators, as they will be the pioneers of protocol upgrades.
