The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has launched its solo staking initiative after deploying 2,016 ETH across a new set of validators. It plans to stake about 70,000 ETH, with all staking rewards going to its treasury to support operations and research. The foundation said this step helps secure the Ethereum network while funding core activities, including protocol R&D, ecosystem development, and community grants.
The initiative aligns with the EF’s treasury policy to generate yield and reduce the need for direct ETH sales to fund operations. Last year, the EF deployed over 47,000 ETH across various DeFi lending protocols. The ETH validator entry queue has climbed to 3.6 million ETH, and the total supply of staked ETH has reached a record 37.1 million ETH. The EF also announced a new DeFi coordination team to assist builders and use cases on Ethereum, aiming to progress toward what is described as the DeFi of today.
With Ethereum trading near the $1,740 level, the solo staking push reinforces a treasury-backed approach to funding research and development without direct ETH sales. It also contributes to network security and ecosystem growth.
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