2026-01-14 17:48:06

The staking size of Ethereum's Beacon Chain has reached a new high, with over 36 million ETH locked in the network. What does this number mean? Nearly 30% of the total Ethereum supply has been staked, setting a new record.

According to the latest data, the proportion of ETH circulating supply that is locked is 29.54%, which was the previous high recorded in July 2025. This year, Ethereum's price has increased by 11%, and the overall market upward momentum has clearly driven more people to participate in staking. With rising prices and promising returns, naturally, some want to take a share.

What does this phenomenon reflect? Staking, as a core mechanism of Ethereum, is attracting more and more participants. Whether institutional or individual investors, they are voting with their feet.

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QuorumVoter

· 23h ago

It's already 30%. When will it be unlocked so I can withdraw?

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UncleWhale

· 23h ago

36 million ETH locked, this move is really aggressive, with 30% of the circulating supply staked, definitely a profitable machine that has chosen the right direction. --- The price rises 11% before starting to buy the dip and stake, I know this routine too well, all for that APY. --- Wait, is such a high staking ratio really safe? Could a black swan event cause a complete collapse someday? --- Institutions and retail investors are staking together, indicating everyone is optimistic about the upcoming market trend. Following the trend but also being rational. --- Crazy, almost 30%, it feels like staking has shifted from a niche activity to a nationwide movement. What about risk awareness? --- It must be said that Ethereum locking so many coins through staking indeed adds to ecosystem stability, and there is long-term potential for growth. --- Price is rising again, and yields are good. Investors are really caught in this FOMO.

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BridgeJumper

· 23h ago

30% is locked up? So many people are staking to buy the dip, it feels a bit crazy. --- The price has increased by 11% and people are rushing in, a typical chasing the rally mentality. --- Nearly 30% of the supply is frozen, how optimistic does that make you... or is it just about earning passive income? --- Another round of institutional deployment, is it really wise for retail investors to follow and stake at this time? --- 36 million ETH, the number looks impressive, but can it really be held long-term? --- Staking yields are decent, but what about the locking risk? Isn't anyone mentioning that? --- It's best to calculate your own position before following the staking trend... don’t end up losing everything and still being trapped. --- How long can this rally last? The high participation in staking actually makes me a bit worried.

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GateUser-26d7f434

· 23h ago

36 million tokens? No way, is that real? How much money would need to be locked up for that?

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PrivateKeyParanoia

· 23h ago

30% already, this is really starting to get crazy... --- Price has to rise before staking? That's funny, isn't that just chasing the high? --- Locking up so much, is the liquidity still okay? Feels a bit risky. --- Both institutions and retail investors, who is really making money? --- 30%, how far is it from complete monopoly? --- Wait, is staking yield really worth it? Or is it just for peace of mind? --- So many people staking, could there be any risks... --- Every time it hits a new high, they say it's good news. Why can't I make any profit? --- Staking is a long-term positive, what does an 11% increase matter? --- Damn, locking up so many coins, what if something goes wrong?

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