BlackRock has taken a major step toward launching a Staked Ethereum ETF, according to a new Delaware statutory trust registration uncovered on November 19, 2025. The filing lists the entity name “iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF,” strongly signaling that an official submission under the Securities Act of 1933 is imminent.
The registration, first spotted by ETF analyst Eric Balchunas, shows the trust was incorporated in Delaware on November 19, with BlackRock Advisors LLC listed through registered agent Daniel Schwieger.
BlackRock is planning to file for a Staked Ethereum ETF, as per the Delaware name registration. '33 Act. Filing coming soon. pic.twitter.com/NmAsQhcq5D
— Eric Balchunas (@EricBalchunas) November 19, 2025
A Follow-Up to BlackRock’s Expanding Crypto ETF Push
While BlackRock already operates major crypto investment products, including the iShares Bitcoin ETF and the iShares Ethereum ETF, this would be the company’s first fund specifically tied to staked ETH. Such a product would unlock institutional access to staking rewards without requiring investors to directly manage validator infrastructure.
The move comes at a time when interest in yield-bearing digital assets has accelerated, particularly among traditional finance institutions seeking regulated exposure to staking income streams.
What Comes Next
The Delaware registration is typically the final step before a public SEC filing. Once BlackRock submits its formal application, the Staked Ethereum ETF will begin the regulatory review process, which could take several months depending on complexity and market conditions.
For now, the creation of the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF entity confirms that BlackRock is preparing to expand its crypto offerings once again, with staking-based products likely to be the next frontier.