Panel: The Future of Staking presented by Foundry | Blockchain Futurist Conference 2023

Explore the future of staking, where innovations in tech, institutional players, and regulatory environments shape the industry, with potential yields of up to 15% and structured products on the horizon.

Key takeaways
  • The future of staking is expected to be shaped by regulatory environments, institutional players, and innovations in technology.
  • Staking ETH is considered attractive in a high-interest rate environment, with the potential for up to a 6% yield.
  • Brian Mossoff, CEO of Ether Capital, believes that the institutional interest in staking ETH is increasing, with some institutional players willing to take on more risk.
  • Key risk factors for staking include slashing, missed attestations, and penalties, with Ethereum having a relatively low threshold for missed attestations due to the use of slashing as a security mechanism.
  • Flexibility and scalability are crucial for staking success, with the ability to adjust staking strategies and adapt to changes in the market.
  • Innovations in technology, such as Eigenlayer’s restaking initiative, are helping to drive the growth of staking in the industry.
  • Staking is not a one-size-fits-all solution, with different chains and protocols offering unique benefits and risks.
  • Institutional players are seeking to develop structured products and solutions for staking, with the potential for large-scale adoption in the future.
  • Regulatory environments, such as Canada’s approach to staking, are likely to play a significant role in shaping the future of staking.
  • Staking yields are expected to increase in the future, with some estimates suggesting that institutional players may be willing to pay up to 15% yields.
  • The use of staked assets as collateral for trading and portfolio management is becoming more common, offering additional revenue streams for stakeholders.
  • The development of structured products and solutions for staking will help to attract more institutional players to the space.
  • Key challenges for staking include regulatory compliance, scalability, and security, with innovations in technology helping to address these challenges.