BlackRock Files for Staked Ethereum ETF, Signaling Strong Bullish Outlook for ETH
In a move that’s lighting up the crypto ecosphere, BlackRock has quietly registered a new entity in Delaware named the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust , positioning itself to launch what could become a staking-enabled Ethereum ETF. While registration is only the first step and not yet an official application under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, the signal is loud: BlackRock the world’s largest asset manager is moving beyond just spot exposure to ETH and into staking-yield territory. That’s big, and it’s bullish. Why This Matters for Ethereum Yield in Play Traditional spot ETFs provide price exposure, but a staking-enabled product offers yield a steady income stream from network participation. That changes the investment equation. Analysts note an average ETH staking return around 3-4% annually. Institutional Validation BlackRock's move signals that major institutions regard Ethereum not just as “ crypto ” but as a yield-bearing financial asset. T...