BlackRock Prepares for Staked Ethereum ETF Launch

BlackRock has taken a significant step toward launching a staked ether Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) by registering its iShares Staked Ethereum Trust in Delaware. This move comes after SEC uncertainty regarding the inclusion of staking in ETFs, which has stalled launches from other firms like VanEck. The registration signifies Blackrock’s intent to capitalize on the growing interest in Ethereum staking once regulatory clarity is established.