R0AR, a DeFi super-app built on the Optimism OP Stack, has launched a node sale program that enables global participants to purchase and operate validator nodes for the R0ARchain Layer 2 network. This initiative, set to begin on August 25, 2025, aims to decentralize control over the infrastructure supporting decentralized finance and allow individuals and institutions to earn rewards for participating in network validation.

The node sale represents a significant milestone in the evolution of Layer 2 ecosystems. While these solutions have gained traction, with optimistic rollups processing over $15 billion in total value locked (TVL), control often remains centralized among a few institutional validators. R0AR’s program aims to address this imbalance by enabling widespread community participation. Participants can purchase node licenses, run validator nodes, and earn rewards in both ETH and R0AR’s native token, 1R0R. These node licenses are issued as ERC-721 NFTs on the Ethereum mainnet, providing proof of ownership and enabling integration with DeFi protocols for lending and borrowing against the node’s value.

R0AR Nodes play a critical role in the R0ARchain network by performing functions such as transaction validation, ensuring data availability, contributing to network security, and supporting cross-chain operations with Ethereum and other Superchain networks. The node infrastructure is designed for accessibility, with minimal hardware requirements and three operational models: self-hosted on personal or third-party hardware, Node-as-a-Service (NaaS), or a hybrid approach combining self-hosting with professional backup services. The tiered pricing structure for node licenses is modeled after successful prior node sales, with early participants receiving discounts and exclusive benefits.

The market for Layer 2 infrastructure is growing rapidly, with networks like Base and Zora handling tens of millions of transactions monthly and securing billions in TVL. R0AR’s node sale aims to capture a share of this expanding market and align incentives between network users, validators, and the protocol. By decentralizing infrastructure control, R0AR aims to create a more secure and sustainable financial internet. Early adopters will benefit from enhanced reward multipliers, priority support from the core development team, and early access to upcoming product releases and features.

Participants must complete KYC procedures and have a wallet with sufficient ETH, USDC, USDT, or 1R0R to purchase node licenses. The sale is open to individuals aged 18 and older, with geographic restrictions applying to certain countries. As the ecosystem grows, node operators will be positioned to earn rewards from transaction fees, DeFi activity, NFT marketplace transactions, and AI computational work. R0AR plans to expand its ecosystem with new revenue streams, governance evolution, and strategic partnerships.

R0AR is a next-generation DeFi ecosystem built on a custom Layer 2 chain using the Optimism OP Stack. It unifies self-custody, AI-powered trading, staking, NFTs, and real-world asset support into a single platform. The project is governed by its community and powered by the 1R0R token. The node sale is a key step in R0AR’s mission to democratize financial infrastructure and empower users with sovereignty and control over their digital assets.

Source: [1] R0AR Announces Node Sale: Democratizing Layer 2 Infrastructure While Rewarding Community Participation (https://www.theblock.co/press-releases/367478/r0ar-announces-node-sale-democratizing-layer-2-infrastructure-while-rewarding-community-participation) [2] R0AR Announces Node Sale: Democratizing Layer 2 … (https://decrypt.co/335829/r0ar-announces-node-sale-democratizing-layer-2-infrastructure-while-rewarding-community-participation)