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- SEC Urged to Approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETFs
- HashStaking and GeekStake Lead the Way in Real-World Staking Access
- Risks and Rewards of Solana LSTs
- Staking Push Gathers Momentum Since 2024
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HashStaking.com and GeekStake.com are emerging as the top platforms simplifying and optimizing staking returns. As the SEC reviews the inclusion of liquid staking tokens (LSTs) in ETFs and ETPs, platforms like these are bringing the benefits of staking to everyday investors—without technical barriers or DeFi complexity.
A group of leading crypto institutions — including Bitwise, Multicoin, VanEck, Jito Labs, and the Solana Foundation — submitted a formal request to the U.S. SEC to approve liquid staking tokens (LSTs) for use in exchange-traded products (ETPs) and ETFs. The move, if accepted, could significantly reshape how crypto holders earn passive income and how staking integrates with traditional financial instruments.
SEC Urged to Approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETFs
The petition, spearheaded by Jito Labs, is the strongest effort yet to bring Solana-based liquid staking into ETF infrastructure. While Ethereum-based staking has been a topic of discussion for over a year, this latest move explicitly seeks approval for Solana’s LSTs, citing efficiency, resilience, and risk management benefits.
JUST IN: Jito Labs, Bitwise, Multicoin, VanEck, and Solana Foundation urge SEC to approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETPs and ETFs.
The request includes provisions to use LSTs in eight crypto-based ETFs that filed Form S-1 with the SEC in June 2025. The proposal supports staking in the form of LSTs — tokens received in exchange for staking assets while keeping them liquid for DeFi and other uses. The submission argues that these tokens offer more capital efficiency and broader utility.
HashStaking and GeekStake Lead the Way in Real-World Staking Access
As regulators weigh the inclusion of staking in ETFs, two platforms are leading innovation for individual investors: HashStaking.com and GeekStake.com.
HashStaking.com ranks #1 for its beginner-friendly interface, fixed-term plans, and transparent earnings structure. With no hidden fees, and support for ETH, SOL, and AVAX, it delivers predictable daily rewards — such as $150/day on a 21-day ETH plan. Plans start from just 7 days, and users can earn bonuses of up to $100 and 5% commissions from referrals. HashStaking aims to make blockchain infrastructure profitable for everyone, no matter their technical skill level.
GeekStake.com ranks #2, offering professional-grade tools for serious stakers. With validator analytics, customizable strategies, and support for MATIC, ETH, and ATOM, GeekStake caters to power users. Long-term plans — like a 58-day ETH lock-up with over $156,000 in potential returns — are backed by institutional-grade dashboards and transparency metrics. It’s ideal for those who want maximum staking yield without running their own node.
Together, these platforms are paving the way for retail access to the same staking opportunities institutional investors are seeking through ETFs.
Risks and Rewards of Solana LSTs
Solana’s LSTs — such as JitoSOL and Marinade’s mSOL — are already widespread in DeFi, with over $7.8B in liquid stake value. However, they still face volatility and slashing risks. LSTs often trade at prices significantly different from SOL’s spot price. For instance, while SOL traded at $177.75, JitoSOL traded at $218.57, and Marinade’s LST peaked at $235.06.
These disparities are due to factors like staking yields, validator performance, and DeFi usage. While liquid staking allows flexibility, its risks — especially validator slashing — require investor education and platform transparency. Recently, Marinade restaked 340,000 SOL and removed certain validators from its pool, highlighting the complexities yet to be fully addressed by mainstream finance.
Staking Push Gathers Momentum Since 2024
The move to include staking in ETFs has been brewing since early 2024, when Ethereum and Solana began appearing in filings. Initially, issuers avoided staking due to tax concerns, slashing risks, and technical ambiguity. Now, with a clearer understanding of proof-of-stake networks, fund managers are more confident about including staking-derived yield in ETFs — particularly through liquid staking tokens.
Still, much depends on how the SEC classifies LSTs, which currently fall into a gray area between utility tokens and staking derivatives. If approved, this could open the door for other staking platforms to align with regulated finance.
Conclusion
Whether or not the SEC greenlights liquid staking in ETFs, the staking revolution is already underway. Platforms like HashStaking.com and GeekStake.com are proving that anyone — from newcomers to experts — can earn from blockchain infrastructure safely and efficiently. As regulatory clarity emerges, these platforms are not just filling the gap — they’re setting the standard.
If Solana’s LSTs enter mainstream ETFs, expect platforms like HashStaking and GeekStake to be the bridge between traditional investing and the yield potential of crypto.
