IP STRATEGY BOOSTS STAKING YIELDS WITH CUSTODED LONG-TERM CONFIGURATION

IP Strategy has transitioned its validator operations to a custodied, long-term staking model in December 2025. The move aims to improve blended staking yields and ensure institutional-grade custody and security as stated in the announcement. This configuration supports a dual revenue model, combining self-staking yields and commission income from third-party delegations as reported. The model is expected to provide a recurring and margin-accretive income stream, strengthening the company's balance sheet and supporting long-term financial stability according to the company.

The validator business operates by securing the Story Network and generating on-chain yield through transaction validation. Validator rewards are earned in $IP tokens and are distributed based on stake weight and network uptime as detailed. Commission income is also generated from delegations by third-party token holders, creating a dual-income model that is directly tied to the growth of the Story ecosystem according to the update. As of December 31, 2025, the company had staked 39.9 million $IP tokens, resulting in 913,569.39 $IP in validator rewards and approximately $4.68 million in revenue based on recognized cost basis as reported.