Earn Hub
Earn passive income through staking, liquid staking, and XP rewards
Earn Hub
The Earn Hub is your gateway to passive income on Honey Badger. Choose from multiple earning strategies based on your risk tolerance and liquidity needs.
Getting Started
Access the Earn Hub:
- Telegram: Tap the "Earn" button in the main menu or use
/earn - Dashboard: Navigate to the Earn tab in the sidebar
Earning Options
Liquid Staking (pXNT)
~8% APY with full liquidity - stake XNT, receive pXNT
Validator Staking
~5.5-6.5% APY - stake directly with validators
XP Rewards
Earn XP on every trade, redeem for XNT
Comparison
| Feature | Liquid Staking | Validator Staking | XP Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| APY | ~8% | ~5.5-6.5% | Variable |
| Liquidity | Instant | Epoch-locked | Instant |
| Minimum | 0.1 XNT | 1 XNT | None |
| Risk | Pool risk | Validator risk | None |
| Token | pXNT | XNT | XP → XNT |
Liquid Staking (pXNT)
Liquid staking lets you earn staking rewards while keeping your assets liquid. When you stake XNT, you receive pXNT - a liquid staking token that represents your staked position.
How It Works
Stake XNT
Deposit XNT into the liquid staking pool. You'll receive pXNT at the current exchange rate.
Hold pXNT
Your pXNT automatically accrues value as staking rewards are distributed. The exchange rate increases over time.
Unstake Anytime
Convert pXNT back to XNT whenever you want. No lockup period - instant liquidity.
Key Benefits
- ~8% APY - Higher than traditional staking
- No lockup - Unstake anytime without penalties
- Composable - Use pXNT in DeFi while earning
- Auto-compounding - Rewards compound automatically
Commands
/stake - Open staking menu
/mystakes - View your staked positionsLearn more about liquid staking mechanics in our Liquid Staking Guide.
Validator Staking
Stake directly with X1 validators to earn network rewards. This is traditional Proof-of-Stake staking.
How It Works
Choose a Validator
Browse validators by APY, commission, and reliability. Use /validators to see the list.
Stake XNT
Delegate your XNT to your chosen validator. Minimum stake is 1 XNT.
Earn Rewards
Rewards are distributed each epoch (~2 days). Rewards auto-compound if enabled.
Unstake
Request unstaking - funds are available after the current epoch ends.
Key Features
- Direct staking - Your stake secures the network
- Validator choice - Pick validators you trust
- Epoch rewards - Predictable reward schedule
- Compounding - Option to auto-compound rewards
Commands
/validators - Browse available validators
/stake - Stake with a validator
/mystakes - View your delegationsChoosing a Validator
When selecting a validator, consider:
| Factor | What to Look For |
|---|---|
| APY | Higher is better, but verify sustainability |
| Commission | Lower commission = more rewards for you |
| Uptime | 99%+ uptime indicates reliability |
| Stake Size | Very large or very small may have risks |
XP Rewards
Earn XP (experience points) on every trade you make. Accumulate XP and redeem it for XNT tokens.
How XP Works
- Earn XP - Every trade generates XP based on volume
- Accumulate - XP has no expiration
- Redeem - Convert XP to XNT at the current rate
- Bonus XP - Special promotions offer bonus XP multipliers
Earning Rates
| Trade Volume | XP per Trade |
|---|---|
| < 10 XNT | 1 XP |
| 10-100 XNT | 5 XP |
| 100-1000 XNT | 25 XP |
| > 1000 XNT | 100 XP |
Redemption
XP can be redeemed through the core.x1.xyz platform. Rates vary based on current promotions.
XP rewards are tracked automatically. Check your balance in the Earn Hub or Settings.
Comparing Options
Use the "Compare Options" button in the Earn Hub to see a side-by-side comparison of all earning methods.
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Liquid Staking if:
- You want the highest APY
- You need liquidity (might need funds soon)
- You want to use staked assets in DeFi
Choose Validator Staking if:
- You want to support network decentralization
- You have a long-term holding mindset
- You prefer traditional staking mechanics
Choose XP Rewards if:
- You're already trading actively
- You want additional rewards on top of trades
- You prefer zero additional risk