Checker Node NFT Buyback Program FAQs
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It’s a program enabling Checker Node NFT holders to sell their NFTs back to Aethir Foundation for a market-based price, receiving payment in eATH (EigenLayer-wrapped ATH tokens). This supports early adopters and strengthens the ecosystem by onboarding new GPU compute cohorts.
The program rewards early supporters who no longer wish to participate, optimizes Checker Node supply, and supports Aethir’s decentralized cloud by enabling new Cloud Host onboarding through eATH.
All Checker Node NFT holders are eligible to participate, without restrictions.
NFT holders connect their wallet at to sell their Checker Node NFTs back to Aethir at a market-based price, receiving payment in eATH tokens.
Payment is made in eATH, representing ATH tokens deposited into EigenLayer.
eATH is a receipt token for ATH tokens deposited into EigenLayer. It accrues ATH rewards during a one-year lockup period, tied to Aethir’s GPU cloud performance. Redemption is available starting June 13, 2026, with a 30-day vesting period. eATH holders may also benefit from future airdrops.
Yes, the buyback price fluctuates based on market conditions and buyback rates. Aethir Foundation may pause campaigns to adjust pricing, ensuring transparency.
Yes, a 10% transaction fee applies to each sale to cover operational expenses.
eATH is locked for one year, but participants seeking immediate liquidity can explore eATH token utilities on platforms like Pendle.
All delegation relationships are automatically removed upon sale.
You can claim rewards earned before selling your NFT, but no future rewards will accrue after the sale.
Unclaimed rewards can be claimed via the Checker Node app, even after selling.
The program is funded with 200 million ATH tokens, with options for top-ups as needed.
Sellers bear the gas fees associated with their transactions.
Batch transactions process multiple NFT sales together to minimize gas fees.
Yes, the smart contract supports multiple independent buyback campaigns, allowing flexibility for different pricing or conditions.
Yes, contracts are thoroughly audited with safeguards to minimize risks.
Campaigns can be paused, and new campaigns initiated with corrected parameters.
The program was announced on May 15, 2025, and commences on May 27, 2025.
The program’s duration depends on pool funds and timeline. Updates will be shared via official channels.
eATH enables onboarding of new GPU Cloud Hosts, supporting Aethir’s AI and gaming enterprise ecosystem via EigenLayer’s AVS model.
In Airdrop Season 2, rewards will be distributed in eATH tokens to stakers, Aethir Edge operators, and Checker Node holders. Airdrop Season 3 will be reserved for ATH stakers and ecosystem participants, with eATH stakers eligible for a points multiplier.
Official announcements and updates will be provided through:
Telegram channels (Aethir Announcements, Checker Node Announcements, Core Adopters, KOLs, Partners)
Discord channels (Main Announcements, Checker Nodes Announcements)
Social media (LinkedIn company page, Aethir subreddit)