Robinhood Launches Ethereum Solana Staking in US with 50% to 100% Rewards

Robinhood has launched Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) staking services for customers in the United States, following the earlier rollout of staking features to European users. This move marks a significant step in the platform’s expansion into decentralized finance tools. Users can now stake ETH and SOL directly through the Robinhood platform with a minimum of just $1. By participating, users lock their crypto holdings to help validate transactions and maintain blockchain security. Robinhood simplifies the technical requirements by combining user stakes through batch processing to meet Ethereum’s 32 ETH validator threshold.

Ethereum staking on Robinhood uses a pooling method, allowing users to earn rewards ranging from 50% to 100% of the protocol rate. The reward range depends on the batch aggregation process used by Robinhood to optimize validator operations. This system enables users to participate without holding a full validator amount, lowering the barrier to entry. Solana staking operates similarly by locking SOL tokens within the network to support transaction verification. Robinhood handles the backend operations, offering users an easier route into staking without needing to run their validator nodes.

Despite the broader rollout, users in certain regions remain unable to access staking features due to regulatory limitations. Robinhood continues to monitor regulatory developments in these regions. A 25% commission will apply to staking rewards beginning in October 2025. This fee will be in addition to any third-party validator provider costs. The commission rate aligns with general market standards within the staking industry.

This launch is part of Robinhood’s broader push into cryptocurrency services. The company recently acquired Bitstamp and WonderFi, signaling stronger efforts in digital asset infrastructure. Additionally, Robinhood has plans to introduce its own blockchain on the Arbitrum network. The introduction of staking services for ETH and SOL is part of Robinhood's ongoing efforts to enhance its cryptocurrency offerings and attract more users to its platform. The company has been actively expanding its services to include a wider range of digital assets and features, aiming to cater to the diverse needs of its user base. With the addition of staking, Robinhood is further solidifying its position as a leading player in the cryptocurrency market, providing users with innovative and accessible ways to participate in the digital asset economy.

Recent shifts in the regulatory landscape have made it easier for Robinhood to roll out staking features. The US has shown a lot of effort and progress in rolling out regulations in the crypto industry. Currently, two bills are in their final stage to the pro-crypto president, who will most likely sign them into law immediately. Staking services are more clearly outlined in EU regulatory frameworks, especially under MiCA, than in the US. This gave Robinhood a leg up in the area before it launched in the US. Robinhood execs plan to launch a blockchain on Arbitrum. While some competitors charge higher fees for staking, Robinhood aims to give users a more straightforward, low-barrier entry into the staking world. All stock and ETF tokens will be facilitated on the new blockchain based on Arbitrum, offering 24/7 trading and self-custody. The blockchain functionalities will also enable Robinhood users to receive payment dividends on the app.