Staking Could Soon Boost BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF—Here’s How

BlackRock wants to let investors earn yield through its iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA), filing with the SEC to enable staking.

The proposal follows the REX-Osprey Solana Staking ETF’s approval, setting a precedent for crypto income products.

The timing couldn’t be better—ETH ETFs just saw their best day ever ($726.74M inflows), with BlackRock’s fund leading at $499 million. July’s total inflows ($2.27B) suggest strong demand for Ethereum exposure.

If approved, ETHA—already the largest ETH ETF ($7.9B AUM)—could attract even more capital, offering both price appreciation and staking rewards.