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Why Ethereum’s Upcoming Shanghai Upgrade Is Boosting Liquid Staking Tokens

Ethereum's "Shanghai" upgrade is expected to take place in March, triggering a price surge in liquid staking governance tokens like Lido DAO, SWISE, and RPL. Messari Research Analyst Kunal Goel explains the difference between ether staking and liquid staking tokens. Plus, insights on the "Shanghai" upgrade and ether's stake rate.

Jan 4, 2023

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Ethereum Staking Protocol Swell Raises $3.75M as Locked ETH Tops $26B

Swell is attempting to make it easier to stake on Ethereum and eventually other blockchains.

By Sam KesslerMar 14, 2022

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