> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.obol.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.obol.org/next/learn/readme/learn-about-obol.md).

# Learn About Obol

Obol is deeply embedded in Ethereum, working with node operators, staking protocols, and institutions to advance the staking ecosystem.

The team and community come from the early Proof-of-Stake era, including contributors to the original Ethereum Staking Launchpad, and continue to focus on the important work that helps Ethereum scale while remaining decentralized.

This section is a starting point for the core topics behind Obol and how it fits into Ethereum staking today.

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