GlobalStake is now live as a Pharos validator. We are proud to support Pharos Network, a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer 1 built to bring real-world assets and compliant financial products on-chain.
This is an important milestone for us. Every time we add a new network, we look for the same things: strong technical foundations, a credible team and a clear path to real-world adoption. Pharos checks all three. Its focus on tokenized assets and institutional finance aligns closely with the clients we serve every day, from asset managers and custodians to exchanges and corporate treasuries.
As a Pharos validator, GlobalStake will help secure the network, participate in consensus and provide the reliable, audited infrastructure that institutions expect when they engage with a new ecosystem.
What Is Pharos Network?
Pharos is a proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain designed for what its team calls RealFi: the meeting point of traditional finance, decentralized finance and real-world assets. The network’s public mainnet went live in April 2026, alongside its native token, PROS, which supports staking, governance and network fees, according to Cryptonews.
The team behind Pharos brings deep experience in financial-grade blockchain systems. Pharos was founded by former blockchain leaders from Ant Group’s AntChain and Alibaba, and is led by CEO Alex Zhang, as stated in the network’s testnet launch announcement. That background matters. AntChain built blockchain infrastructure for some of the largest financial platforms in the world, where performance, compliance and reliability are not optional.
Built for performance
Pharos is designed to handle the throughput that financial applications demand. Its architecture separates execution, consensus, data availability and settlement, and processes transactions in parallel across these layers. On testnet, the network reached up to 30,000 transactions per second with one-second finality, according to its official announcement.
For institutions, those figures translate into something practical. Tokenized assets, payments and trading applications need fast, predictable settlement. A network that confirms transactions in about a second can support use cases that slower chains struggle with.
Built for real-world assets
Pharos also puts compliance at the center of its design. The network is fully EVM-compatible, which makes it straightforward for developers to deploy existing Ethereum tooling and smart contracts. In addition, it includes zero-knowledge-based KYC and AML capabilities, allowing applications to meet regulatory requirements without exposing sensitive user data.
This combination positions Pharos squarely within one of the fastest-growing areas of digital assets. The shift toward compliant, on-chain versions of traditional financial products, from tokenized treasuries to tokenized stocks, is accelerating. Networks built specifically for that shift will need infrastructure partners that understand both sides of the equation.
GlobalStake’s Role as a Pharos Validator
Validators are the backbone of any proof-of-stake network. They propose and confirm blocks, keep the ledger secure and ensure the network stays online. For a chain built to host financial assets, the quality of its validator set directly shapes the trust that users and institutions place in it.
That is where GlobalStake comes in. We bring the same institutional-grade approach to Pharos that we apply across every network we support.
Bare-metal infrastructure we own and operate
GlobalStake runs validators on dedicated bare-metal hardware that we own and operate across multiple data centers worldwide. We do not rely on shared cloud instances. As a result, we have direct control over performance, security and location, which helps us deliver the low latency and high uptime that a high-throughput network like Pharos requires.
Audited operations
Our operations are SOC 2 Type II and CCSS certified. These independent audits confirm that our security and operational controls work effectively over time, not just on paper. For institutions running due diligence on a new network, that assurance is often the starting point.
Experience across the ecosystem
Pharos joins a portfolio of more than 40 proof-of-stake networks that GlobalStake supports today. That experience across very different architectures, from Ethereum and Solana to newer high-performance chains such as Somnia, allows us to onboard new networks efficiently and operate them reliably from day one.
We are also integrated with leading custodians and platforms, including BitGo, Ledger Enterprise, Fordefi and Crypto.com. Those integrations help institutions access new networks through the custody and wallet setups they already trust.
Why This Matters for Institutions
The tokenization of real-world assets is moving from pilot projects into production. Banks, asset managers and fintechs are exploring how to issue, trade and settle financial products on-chain. To do that, they need networks that are fast, compliant and familiar to developers, and Pharos was built with exactly those needs in mind.
However, a network is only as strong as the infrastructure that secures it. Institutions evaluating a new chain will ask who runs its validators, how those operators are audited and how the network will perform under real load. By joining Pharos as a validator, GlobalStake helps give those institutions a familiar, trusted counterpart on a new network.
There are three practical benefits for our clients:
- Early access to a growing ecosystem. Supporting Pharos from the early stages of its public mainnet allows institutions to engage with the network as it develops, rather than after the fact.
- Consistent standards across networks. Clients can participate in Pharos through the same audited, bare-metal infrastructure they already rely on for other networks.
- A single point of contact. Rather than vetting a new operator for every new chain, institutions can extend an existing relationship to cover Pharos.
For a deeper look at what institutions should consider when choosing a staking partner, see our guide to institutional staking of digital assets.
Looking Ahead
Pharos enters a market where demand for compliant, high-performance infrastructure is rising quickly. Its focus on real-world assets, its technical design and its team’s financial-industry background make it one of the most interesting new Layer 1 networks of the year.
We are excited to help secure the network as it grows, and to bring the institutions we work with along for the journey. As Pharos’s ecosystem expands, we will share updates on new opportunities for our clients to participate.
To learn more about Pharos, visit the Pharos Network website. To discuss Pharos staking or any of the networks we support, reach out to the GlobalStake team. You can also follow our latest network launches on the GlobalStake blog.
FAQ
What is Pharos Network?
Pharos is a high-performance, EVM-compatible proof-of-stake Layer 1 blockchain built for real-world assets, compliant financial products and DeFi. Its public mainnet launched in April 2026, and its native token is PROS.
What does it mean that GlobalStake is a Pharos validator?
It means GlobalStake runs infrastructure that helps secure the Pharos network by participating in consensus, proposing and confirming blocks, and keeping the network online.
Why did GlobalStake choose to support Pharos?
Pharos combines strong technical performance with a clear focus on real-world assets and compliance. That aligns with the needs of the institutions GlobalStake serves.
How is GlobalStake’s infrastructure different?
GlobalStake runs on bare-metal hardware it owns and operates across multiple data centers worldwide, rather than on shared cloud instances. Its operations are SOC 2 Type II and CCSS certified.
How can institutions participate in Pharos staking?
Institutions interested in Pharos staking can contact the GlobalStake team to discuss their requirements, custody setup and next steps.