Meet Bohdan Opryshko, Co-Founder and COO at Global Staking Platform: Everstake

Bohdan Opryshko is the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Everstake, a global staking provider and blockchain solutions company founded in 2018. Together with his team, he strives to make financial empowerment through staking accessible to everyone.

Beyond staking, his company develops L1 infrastructure for Ethereum, Solana, and supports projects like Wormhole. Bohdan also fosters blockchain education, partnering with Ukraine’s Ministry of Digital Transformation to guide Web3 careers.

 

 

Tell us about Everstake. 

 

We first entered the crypto space by launching a Ukrainian exchange but struggled to compete with less regulated global platforms. However, we built a strong infrastructure with masternodes and Bitcoin/Ethereum nodes. As Proof of Stake gained momentum and projects like EOS were raising billions of dollars, we pivoted to running validators using our existing expertise.

That’s how Everstake was born. Today, we operate one of the largest decentralized staking platforms, supporting over 85 blockchain networks, managing $7 billion in digital assets, and serving a community of 765,000 users, helping them earn rewards by securing blockchain networks.

 

 

What do you think makes Everstake unique?

 

Our team is made up of 65% engineers, allowing us to prioritize technical excellence over sales. We don’t just run validators—we optimize them for maximum efficiency, ensuring high uptime and performance. 

Early on, we became one of the fastest block producers on EOS, setting industry benchmarks. Also, we were among the first to enable staking with just 0.01 ETH, whereas previously, users needed a minimum of 32 ETH. This made staking more accessible and inclusive. 

Finally, we continuously adapt to new technologies and challenges in the industry.

 

What is your advice to aspiring entrepreneurs in Web3?

 

Stay curious and be ready to pivot. The Web3 space evolves rapidly, and opportunities can arise in unexpected places. Keep your finger on the pulse of industry trends, but don’t rush into decisions. Take time to analyze the market and validate ideas.

Also, be prepared for volatility—both in market conditions and business operations. Resilience is key. Surround yourself with a strong team and always focus on long-term value rather than short-term hype.

 

What most excites you about Everstake?

 

Our team. We’ve built a company where talented professionals tackle challenges independently and proactively, keeping us at the forefront of blockchain technology. 

With their dedication, we also co-initiated Aid For Ukraine, one of the largest crypto donation funds ever created. It raised over $72 million to support Ukraine during the ongoing war, demonstrating how the global crypto community can unite to provide humanitarian aid.

 

How has the company evolved over the last couple of years?

 

We began as a small startup with just seven people. Now, we are a global company with over 100 employees. 

One of the biggest shifts has been our investment in data science. A few years ago, no staking provider was focusing on deep analytics. We built an in-house data science team to analyze blockchain trends and optimize our operations. This has given us a competitive edge. 

We’ve also significantly improved internal processes, from task management to team coordination, allowing us to scale efficiently while maintaining technical excellence.

 

What can we hope to see from Everstake in the future?

 

Currently, we’re preparing to launch data products that will give both partners and clients access to our aggregated market dataset on staking. 

We’re also looking into developing new financial products tailored for conservative institutional clients since staking can offer more competitive APRs than traditional bank deposits. 

But sure thing, security, decentralization and accessibility of staking services will remain at the core of our mission.