#Ethereum Foundation Explores Staking#

The Ethereum Foundation's recent continued sale of ETH has attracted widespread attention and controversy within the community. Addressing this issue, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin made a series of statements on social media, explaining why the foundation has not been using ETH for staking, and stating that the foundation is exploring new staking options. Vitalik pointed out that the foundation has historically refrained from staking ETH primarily due to two reasons: regulatory concerns and the fear that staking by the foundation itself could force them to take a stance in future contentious hard forks. However, with the improving regulatory environment, the second concern can be minimized through certain methods. Currently, the Ethereum Foundation is exploring the possibility of funding its budget through staking rewards. Vitalik also stressed his personal opposition to Ethereum Foundation staking through service providers, advocating for independent staking and believing that the foundation should set an example in supporting independent staking.