Yeliz Akmaca 
Robinhood has attracted significant attention with a new feature for crypto users. The Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) staking service is now active for individual users in the United States. The ability to stake with a low investment amount highlights this innovation.
With the new system, users can start staking with only 1 dollar worth of ETH or SOL. This particularly facilitates small investors to earn passive income in the crypto space. Robinhood handles the infrastructure process itself and manages validator operations behind the scenes.
ETH and SOL Staking Rewards, Restrictions, and Fees
Ethereum staking rewards are reflected to Robinhood users at 50% to 100% of the network’s offered yield. These rates vary depending on the staking protocol’s performance. On the Solana staking side, the system directly passes the rewards offered by the protocol to users.
However, this service is not yet available in some states. California, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and Wisconsin are excluded from Robinhood’s staking services. When Robinhood will lift these restrictions is currently unclear. Meanwhile, a fee policy for staking rewards has also been announced. Starting October 1, 2025, 25% of the earned staking rewards will be charged as Robinhood’s service commission. Additionally, fees applied by third-party staking providers will also be passed on to users.
Robinhood’s Strategic Crypto Expansion Continues
With this move, Robinhood does not just introduce a new feature. It also aims to play a more active role in the industry by complying with the regulatory framework in the United States. The company previously offered staking support in the European market but had delayed in the U.S. due to legal uncertainties. Meanwhile, the U.S. SEC’s stance on staking remains controversial. Robinhood keeps the system’s internal operation under its control to protect its users. Thus, while users stake, Robinhood assumes technical responsibility.
Moreover, this move reflected positively on Robinhood’s shares. The company’s stock, traded on Nasdaq, rose shortly after launching the crypto staking service. Robinhood succeeded in boosting investor confidence with its new products.
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