BlackRock Enters Race for Staked Ethereum ETFs

BlackRock has taken its first step towards launching a Staked Ether ETF, filing an iShares Staked Ethereum Trust with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This move signals growing competition in the market for yield-generating Ethereum products as issuers await SEC clarity on including staking in spot ETH ETFs. BlackRock’s registration is a significant development, signaling its intent to enter the staked ETH market following similar registrations from VanEck and others.