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Staked Ethereum

Definition

Staked Ethereum refers to Ether (ETH) tokens that are locked up in the Ethereum network’s proof-of-stake consensus mechanism to secure the blockchain. Participants, known as validators, commit their ETH to support network operations, process transactions, and create new blocks. In return for their contribution, validators receive rewards in ETH, incentivizing their honest participation and the network’s security. Staking is a fundamental component of Ethereum’s transition to a more energy-efficient and scalable consensus algorithm.