Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the U.S. may start staking a portion of their tokens as early as May, according to Bloomberg Intelligence analyst James Seyffart. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has approved Ether ETF options, but asset managers await clearance for staking services. Seyffart indicated that while approval could come soon, the final deadline for decisions is set for the end of October 2025, with potential intermediate deadlines in late May and late August. Currently, Ether ETFs have launched but struggle for investor interest, with net inflows of $2.4 billion compared to $35 billion for Bitcoin ETFs. Analysts view the approval of options as a significant step toward allowing staking, which involves locking cryptocurrency to support network operations for rewards. BlackRock's head of digital assets mentioned that staking yield is vital for creating investment returns in this sector, emphasizing the importance of staking for Ether funds.

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