BlackRock’s Staked Ethereum Trust Tops $254M AUM in First Week

Published at 2026-03-19 18:16:06

BlackRock’s iShares Staked Ethereum Trust (ETHB) amassed $254 million in assets under management just one week after its debut, marking a rapid uptake for the firm’s liquid staking offering. The early inflows suggest institutional investors are seeking exposure to ETH plus staking yield without directly operating validators or locking assets on-chain.

The move adds momentum to the liquid staking category and could influence staking dynamics and secondary market liquidity for ETH. While positive for adoption and potential price support, observers will watch fee structure, redemption mechanics and regulatory developments that could shape future flows. The strong initial demand also highlights continued institutional participation in crypto products after the broader rollout of spot crypto vehicles.

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Amundi has launched a $100 million tokenized cash fund that issues digital cash-equivalent tokens on Ethereum and Stellar, aiming to combine blockchain speed with traditional cash stability. The product keeps conventional custody and compliance while enabling faster settlement and programmable transfers.

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Ethereum Long Squeeze Looms as ETH Slides to $2,100

ETH has slipped to around $2,100 and faces more than $2.5 billion in potential long liquidations if prices fall below $2,000, raising the risk of heightened volatility and a deeper pullback.

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Ethereum Foundation Allocates 3,400 ETH to Morpho Vaults

The Ethereum Foundation moved 3,400 ETH into Morpho Vaults, including a 1,000 ETH deposit into Morpho Vaults V2, as part of an expanded on-chain treasury strategy.

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Published at 2026-03-18 16:30:53

Ethereum Governance Platform Tally to Shut Down After Six Years

Tally, a governance platform that supported over 500 DAOs including Uniswap, Arbitrum and ENS, is shutting down on March 18, 2026. The closure raises immediate questions around migration of votes, records and ongoing governance processes.

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Published at 2026-03-18 15:01:54

BlackRock Joins Institutions Staking ETH as Supply Squeeze Intensifies

BlackRock and Grayscale, joined by Ethereum treasury firms BitMine and SharpLink, have increased ETH staking activity, tightening liquid supply and underpinning recent market momentum. The move highlights rising institutional conviction in ETH despite ongoing crypto volatility.