Interactive Brokers has launched an Ethereum staking service for eligible US clients, effective October 13, 2026. The brokerage utilizes infrastructure provided by ZeroHash to manage the staking process, while maintaining a dedicated dashboard within the IBKR Client Portal for users to manage their positions.
Clients receive rewards in the form of additional staked Ethereum, allowing for compounding returns. Users are entitled to at least 70% of the generated staking rewards, with the remainder allocated to service providers. There is no minimum amount required to participate in the program.
The brokerage does not act as a validator or custodian; ownership of staked assets is held through separate accounts managed by ZeroHash. CEO Milan Galik noted that the service functions similarly to the company's existing Stock Yield Enhancement Program for equities.
The initial rollout excludes residents of California, Maryland, New Jersey, and Wisconsin. This staking integration follows the launch of ZeroHash's Staking-as-a-Service product on June 25, 2026, and expands the existing crypto offerings at Interactive Brokers, which include trading for approximately 20 tokens.
