Fidelity has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to introduce staking for its Ethereum exchange-traded fund (ETF). According to CoinTelegraph, the fund, known as FETH, will retain 85% of the staking rewards generated.
The company plans to distribute staking rewards to investors on a quarterly basis in cash, providing a new income stream alongside potential capital appreciation. This move marks a significant step in integrating decentralized finance features into traditional investment products.
For Japanese investors, where crypto regulations are evolving and interest in Ethereum remains strong, Fidelity’s approach could influence the adoption of staking-linked ETFs in local markets, blending yield opportunities with regulated investment vehicles.