Roadmap announcement! We’ve been a bit quiet lately with our heads down but we finally have a target for a number of upcoming roadmap items, including the TOKE to AUTO migration. Bear in mind some of these items are variable in nature, as always, given the nature of smart contract development and the unpredictability of audit timelines, as well as anything else that may pop up, but you can roughly expect this timeline to be accurate.

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This article is outlined in the following sections:

• AUTO token launch
• Autopools update
• Auto Pro update
• Introducing Otto (formerly Auto App)

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AUTO token launch

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The TOKE migration to the new token, AUTO, is slated to occur before the end of January. Obviously as we get closer to that time, we’ll get out the specific date and keep everyone updated, as migrations pose serious security risks due to phishing, so please only trust verified announcement channels such as our discord or X account. The migration isn’t as simple as launching a simple 1:1, one-way contract - there are a few complexities, (like converting locked TOKE to AUTO) which is why it's taken some time, but will result in some additional simplifications and an improved user experience like no longer needing to ‘vote’ to a specific Autopool in order to earn rewards from locking AUTO (formerly TOKE). More details about specific changes are forthcoming. 

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Autopools update

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Pendle integration: The Pendle integration has been in its final stages for a while and should be ready to launch in mid-February. This includes rebalancing between PT tokens, and migrating between expiring markets. 

Monad launch: The first Monad Autopool is nearly ready as well, and will (likely) also launch in January. Bear in mind some of the reasons for the delays on these Autopool launches on new chains have more to do with waiting for appropriate integrations/destinations, which are finally wrapping up (this includes integration with Gearbox). 

autoETH and baseETH Autopool migration: We’ll be releasing an updated version of the autoETH and baseETH Autopool in Q1 as well, which will require a migration. Users won't need to withdraw ETH back to their wallet. Users will exchange receipt tokens, old for new. More details on this soon, but this is primarily some code upgrades to make these ETH-based Autopools operate more efficiently. 

Pro rata redemptions: We’ll also be implementing pro rata redemptions, allowing users to receive the basket of underlying tokens rather than necessarily swapping back into the base asset (USDC, ETH, EURC, etc). This is expected Feb/March.

Autopools of Autopools: That’s right folks, at long last! We’re working on being able to nest Autopools so that users can combine more unique strategies across different Autopools and liquidity profiles. This enables Autopools to deploy into other Autopools. This is also expected in Feb/March. 

Open Deposit Orders: For positions the Autopool desires to enter, users will be able to enter the Autopool directly in that asset. For example, users can deposit Curve LP tokens without unwinding to USDC.  Most likely, this will go live in March. 

Further into 2026: Non-atomic redemptions via withdrawal requests, Autopool deployments on additional chains, a new design to support locked positions, and eventually cross-chain. We’re also making progress on leverage and looping strategies. 

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Auto Pro update

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We will continue expanding our presence beyond our core DeFi audience by targeting institutional capital allocators through dedicated Auto Pro services. Auto Pro offers bespoke solutions designed for the needs of large-scale financial players, leveraging our core protocol technology.

A key focus area is to open new user acquisition channels by embedding differentiated Auto products within trusted institutional service providers’ core offerings. As an example, Anchorage Digital, a leading crypto qualified custodian and federally chartered U.S. bank with global operations, recently announced a custom yield product made directly available to users of their institutional self-custodial wallet, Porto. 

Additionally we will enable institutions to leverage core Auto technology to define and deploy custom, complex on-chain asset management strategies to meet their unique objectives. Look for a new class of Autopools coming in January/February.

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Introducing Otto

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In our last major article blog, we mentioned the “Auto App”, a mobile app with integrated fiat on/off-ramps and a simplified UX for easy access to Auto Finance products.  

We are excited to share the vision for the first time here.  Otto is the official name for our Auto App, and the site to sign up for early access is available here: ottoearns.com 

Users can simply connect their bank accounts and access AUTO yields, without the complexity of DeFi. The experience targets a broad range of users with a simple, streamlined fintech app. The app development is nearly complete and will be finished in Q1.

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In summary

There’s a lot on deck for Q1, and while it’s difficult to give hard dates due to moving targets and unknown variables, we feel confident about the above items landing at the start of 2026, and these deployments will give a boost of activity as we conclude the TOKE to AUTO brand migration. The above items across protocol expansion, Otto launch, institutional engagement, and AUTO token launch are major priorities, and we will direct our marketing, buybacks, development, and resources accordingly. We appreciate everyone’s support and we’re excited for what’s to come.

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