SharpLink Gaming Stakes $170 Million in Ethereum to Optimize Returns
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 09 2026- Strategic Deployment: SharpLink Gaming has staked $170 million worth of Ethereum (ETH) on the Linea network, marking a significant step in its strategy to achieve higher returns and solidifying its position within the Ethereum ecosystem.
- Innovative Yield Model: The company introduced a 'first-of-its-kind enhanced yield model' that combines Ethereum's native staking yields with restaking rewards from EigenCloud, aiming to hold ETH efficiently through enterprise-level infrastructure.
- Market Position Enhancement: Holding approximately 864,840 ETH, SharpLink is now the second-largest institutional Ethereum treasury, having earned about $33 million in staking rewards to date, which further strengthens its competitive edge in the Ethereum ecosystem.
- Stock Price Reaction: SharpLink shares rose by 1.38% on the last trading day and have increased over 12% in the past five days, reflecting positive market sentiment towards its strategic initiatives.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
