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A deep dive into proof-of-stake and rewards
Staking is the process of locking up your cryptocurrency to support the operations of a blockchain network. In return, you earn rewards — similar to earning interest in a savings account, but on the blockchain.
When you stake, your crypto helps validate transactions on proof-of-stake blockchains. Validators are rewarded with newly minted tokens.
Unlike energy-intensive mining, staking is environmentally friendly and accessible to anyone — no expensive hardware required.
While staking offers rewards, it's important to understand slashing risks, validator downtime, and market volatility.
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