Will the Ethereum Foundation Start Staking ETH? Vitalik Buterin Explores the Possibility
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently revealed that the Ethereum Foundation (EF) is reconsidering its stance on staking ETH, a practice it had historically avoided. Buterin explained that while regulatory concerns are less of an issue now, the foundation remains wary of being forced to take a position in the event of a contentious hard fork.
The EF has long refrained from staking $ETH , instead using its reserves to swap for stablecoins to cover operational expenses. However, with declining staking rewards and Ethereum's market share dipping, staking ETH could become a more sustainable option to fund the foundation’s activities.
Despite the ongoing challenges, Buterin’s openness to exploring staking options signals potential changes ahead. If Ethereum's market performance continues to struggle, staking could become a key strategy, but the EF is still weighing the risks.
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