Staking Pools
A staking pool combines many users’ coins to run validators together, sharing rewards proportionally.
In depth
Running a solo validator can require a large minimum (32 ETH on Ethereum) and technical upkeep. Pools remove both barriers, often issuing a liquid token representing your staked balance so you can still use it in DeFi. You accept pool fees and the operator’s reliability in exchange.
Why it matters
Pooled staking is how most "earn" products generate yield behind the scenes.