Ethereum Foundation starts treasury staking with 2,106 ETH worth $3.8 million

On February 25, 2026, the Ethereum Foundation said it began staking part of its ETH treasury, starting with a 2,106 ETH deposit valued around $3.8 million. The plan targets roughly 70,000 ETH in total, with staking rewards returning to the EF treasury to fund protocol R&D, ecosystem development and community grants.