What is Staking?
Staking involves locking cryptocurrency in a Proof of Stake blockchain to help validate transactions. In return, stakers earn rewards.
Types of Staking
- Native staking: Direct delegation to validators
- Liquid staking: Stake while maintaining liquidity (stETH, rETH)
- Pool staking: Join staking pools for smaller amounts
Staking Rewards
Rewards vary by network: ETH (~3-5%), SOL (~6-8%), ATOM (~15-20%)