IntoTheBlock looks at the Ethereum staking landscape following the Shapella upgrade, which saw staked ETH reach $52.3 billion — an all-time high in USD value.
Recently, the total amount of funds sent for staking contract on the Ethereum network reached its highest level ever. This article explores how after the Shapella fork, there was a noticeable rise in deposit flows, indicating that the availability for withdrawals from the staking contract strengthened the confidence of ETH holders engaged in staking.
Moreover, the age of staking deposits reveals that approximately one quarter of the overall deposits originated after the Shapella fork.
Finally, how an overview of the distribution of deposits by service providers is highly beneficial for users as it helps them comprehend the various available options and provides insights into the recent trends that investors are seeking.
Source: IntoTheBlock’s Ethereum Indicators
A historic amount of value has been staked in Ethereum, enhancing the network's security. Recently, there has been a significant surge in buying activity in the market, resulting in a sharp increase in the prices of numerous crypto assets. The heightened market confidence has helped play a role in achieving this new milestone for ETH staking.
The Ethereum network has recently reached a new peak in terms of the USD value of ETH utilized for its security. Recently, the Ethereum network reached an astonishing $52.3 billion of staked ETH, representing its all-time highest value.
With the increasing value of ETH used to secure the network, the task of any potential attacker seeking to gain control over it becomes progressively more challenging. Currently, the staking ratio, which signifies the percentage of ETH being locked to guarantee the network's security, is at 17.78%.
Source: IntoTheBlock’s Ethereum Indicators
Ethereum staking flows, representing the net amount of ETH being deposited into the network to enhance security, underwent a period of decrease after the Shapella fork, but saw a remarkable surge starting towards the end of April.
Evidence of this trend can be observed throughout the dates of mid-April, as depicted in the indicator above. The data strongly supports the notion that investors were likely keen on cashing out their earnings once withdrawals became accessible. However, this process also fostered greater trust in the network, leading to an increase in the number of staked tokens.
Source: IntoTheBlock’s Ethereum Indicators
The duration for which ETH stakers have kept their deposits in the contract serves as a valuable indicator to comprehend the profile of depositors present in the network. In this case, approximately 27% of the total balance falls within the 2 to 3-year time frame, which represents the maximum age for the deposits.
This group of investors who have their deposits in the 2 to 3-year time span likely consists of true believers in the network, showing a strong commitment to the project and an intention to hold their investments for the long term.
On the other hand, around 32% of the current depositors have joined the network within the last 6 months. This suggests a notable influx of relatively new investors who have recently started staking their ETH.
This data indicates that the new wave of investors depositing into the staking contract has been attracted to the platform after the Shapella fork. This also indicates that the fork has likely played a role in enticing fresh interest and participation in staking activities on the Ethereum network, particularly after the introduction of withdrawal capabilities.
Source: IntoTheBlock’s Ethereum Indicators
Examining the service provider selected by investors for staking their tokens holds significant value when assessing the staking ecosystem. At present, Lido mainly dominates the environment.
Centralized exchanges also hold significant influence in the environment, but the crackdown initiated by the United States Government on such services has affected their operations. Withdrawals and migrations towards alternative staking options, such as liquid staking derivatives, have been observed.
In conclusion, the data discussed highlights the increasing interest and confidence in the Ethereum staking ecosystem, with the network recently achieving an all-time high in cumulative staked value. The availability of withdrawals has played a crucial role in attracting new investors and reinforcing trust in the network.
Analyzing the choice of service providers for staking activities has proven valuable in understanding investor preferences. As the staking environment continues to develop, investors continue to explore different options and respond to regulatory changes, contributing to the dynamic of the market.
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