BlackRock, Coinbase to keep 18% of Ethereum staking revenue in new ETF

BlackRock has disclosed that its upcoming staked Ethereum ETF will retain 18% of Ethereum staking revenue, with Coinbase as its staking partner. This fee structure represents a significant cost for investors seeking exposure to staked ETH through traditional investment vehicles.

• →BlackRock and Coinbase will collect 18% of Ethereum staking revenue from the new staked ETH ETF.
• →This represents one of the first major disclosures about fee structures for staked cryptocurrency ETFs.
• →The partnership positions Coinbase as a key infrastructure provider for institutional Ethereum staking.
• →Investors will receive 82% of staking rewards while paying for professional management and custody services.
• →The fee structure may set a precedent for other asset managers launching similar staking products.