The Ethereum Foundation staked 45,034 ETH on April 3, 2026, valued at approximately $93 million, bringing its total staked holdings to nearly 69,500 ETH. This brings the foundation close to its 70,000 ETH staking target announced in February 2026. The initiative is projected to generate $3.9-$5.4 million annually in staking rewards, reducing the foundation's reliance on ETH sales for funding operations.
The move represents a significant shift in the foundation's treasury management strategy, moving from periodic asset sales to yield-generating staking activities. The foundation uses advanced validation infrastructure with open-source tools and distributed geographic signing to maintain network security while earning rewards.
