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Why 2.2 million verified identities could reshape who profits most in Lido ETH staking
Lido opens Identified Community Staker applications on mainnet with priority terms for community operators.
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Crypto staking ETF launch strategy prioritizes centralized partners over immediate DeFi adoption
ETF issuers believe staking funds are likely to tap centralized partners first, before an eventual pivot to DeFi protocols.
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VanEck and Jito file the first liquid staking-backed Solana ETF
If approved, the ETF will be fully backed by Jito's Solana liquid staking token JitoSOL.
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SEC pushes Solana ETF decision to October amid growing investor interest in alternatives
The first US Solana staking ETF draws strong investor interest with record inflows and trading activity amid SEC decision delay.
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SEC official warns liquid staking guidance adds confusion, raising Lehman-like risks
Former SEC officials argue liquid staking could bring systemic risk similar to 2008 financial practices.
ETF
SEC liquid staking guidance clears ‘last hurdle’ for staking in spot crypto ETFs
Lucas Bruder, CEO of Jito Labs, said in a note that the statement showed an “incredibly nuanced understanding” of current liquid staking arrangements.
Regulation
SEC clarifies liquid staking tokens are receipts, not securities
However, the regulator highlighted that the statement is not a blanket approval, adding that liquid staking might characterize securities offering under some circumstances.
ETF
REX Shares’ Solana ETF to payout over over $600k in first staking-based dividend on Aug 1
With 5,075,000 shares outstanding, the inaugural payout of $0.12169 per share totals approximately $618,000.
ETF
SEC filing starts countdown on BlackRock’s Ethereum ETF staking proposal
The SEC acknowledged a Nasdaq filing from July 16, prompting a 45-day period for response, extendable up to 90 days.
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Lido faces three-year low in Ethereum staking market amid stETH depeg turmoil
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