{"id":193,"date":"2025-08-03T23:57:52","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T15:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/b2ucoin.com\/?p=193"},"modified":"2025-08-03T23:57:52","modified_gmt":"2025-08-03T15:57:52","slug":"staking-revolution-how-liquid-staking-could-reshape-crypto-etfs-under-the-secs-watch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/b2ucoin.com\/index.php\/2025\/08\/03\/staking-revolution-how-liquid-staking-could-reshape-crypto-etfs-under-the-secs-watch\/","title":{"rendered":"Staking Revolution: How Liquid Staking Could Reshape Crypto ETFs Under the SEC\u2019s Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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  1. SEC Urged to Approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETFs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. HashStaking and GeekStake Lead the Way in Real-World Staking Access<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Risks and Rewards of Solana LSTs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Staking Push Gathers Momentum Since 2024<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    In this post:
    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\u2014without technical barriers or DeFi complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A group of leading crypto institutions \u2014 including Bitwise, Multicoin, VanEck, Jito Labs, and the Solana Foundation \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    SEC Urged to Approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETFs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    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\u2019s LSTs, citing efficiency, resilience, and risk management benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    JUST IN: Jito Labs, Bitwise, Multicoin, VanEck, and Solana Foundation urge SEC to approve Liquid Staking Tokens in ETPs and ETFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    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 \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    HashStaking and GeekStake Lead the Way in Real-World Staking Access<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    As regulators weigh the inclusion of staking in ETFs, two platforms are leading innovation for individual investors: HashStaking.com<\/strong> and GeekStake.com<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    HashStaking.com<\/strong> 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 \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    GeekStake.com<\/strong> 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 \u2014 like a 58-day ETH lock-up with over $156,000 in potential returns \u2014 are backed by institutional-grade dashboards and transparency metrics. It\u2019s ideal for those who want maximum staking yield without running their own node.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Together, these platforms are paving the way for retail access to the same staking opportunities institutional investors are seeking through ETFs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Risks and Rewards of Solana LSTs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Solana\u2019s LSTs \u2014 such as JitoSOL and Marinade\u2019s mSOL \u2014 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\u2019s spot price. For instance, while SOL traded at $177.75, JitoSOL traded at $218.57, and Marinade\u2019s LST peaked at $235.06.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    These disparities are due to factors like staking yields, validator performance, and DeFi usage. While liquid staking allows flexibility, its risks \u2014 especially validator slashing \u2014 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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Staking Push Gathers Momentum Since 2024<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    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 \u2014 particularly through liquid staking tokens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    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.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Whether or not the SEC greenlights liquid staking in ETFs, the staking revolution is already underway. Platforms like HashStaking.com<\/strong> and GeekStake.com<\/strong> are proving that anyone \u2014 from newcomers to experts \u2014 can earn from blockchain infrastructure safely and efficiently. As regulatory clarity emerges, these platforms are not just filling the gap \u2014 they\u2019re setting the standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If Solana\u2019s LSTs enter mainstream ETFs, expect platforms like HashStaking and GeekStake to be the bridge between traditional investing and the yield potential of crypto.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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