BitMine, the world's largest Ethereum digital asset treasury company, has significantly expanded its staking operations, with its staked ETH balance recently surpassing the 1.5 million ETH milestone, worth over $5.1 billion at current market prices.
This aggressive move is set to generate hundreds of millions in annual revenue, as the company solidifies its position as a key player in the Ethereum ecosystem.
Key Takeaways
BitMine has over 1.5 million ETH staked, valued at more than $5.1 billion.
The company is on track to earn over $374 million annually from these staking rewards.
BitMine is launching its own MAVAN network in 2026 to maximize returns and eliminate third-party fees.
Soaring Staked Assets and Revenue Projections
According to recent data from Arkham Intelligence, BitMine’s total staked balance is approximately 1,530,784 ETH, representing about 4% of the total ETH currently staked on the Beacon Chain.
With the current composite Ethereum staking rate (CESR) around 2.81%, the company has a potential to generate annual rewards that could reach $374 million once all its held ETH is fully staked.
This figure translates to over $1 million per day in recurring cash flow, a notable achievement for a crypto company. The revenue stream is a core part of Chairman Tom Lee’s strategy to transition Ethereum from a purely speculative asset to productive, yield-generating infrastructure.
MAVAN Network Launch on the Horizon
BitMine is not relying solely on third-party staking providers. The company is actively developing and plans to launch its proprietary, U.S.-based validator network, the “Made in America Validator Network” (MAVAN), in early Q1 2026.
This move is expected to optimize yields by eliminating third-party fees, which typically range from 5% to 25%, and ensure a secure, compliant staking infrastructure.
“Alchemy of 5%”: The Long-Term Vision
The firm continues to be the largest “fresh money” buyer of ETH globally, aiming for its “alchemy of 5%” goal — controlling 5% of the entire Ethereum supply. BitMine currently holds over 4.16 million ETH, approximately 3.45% of the total circulating supply, and is seeking shareholder approval to increase authorized shares to support further accumulation.
“We continue to make progress on our staking solution known as The Made in America Validator Network (MAVAN). This will be the ‘best-in-class’ solution offering secure staking infrastructure and will be deployed in early calendar 2026,” stated Tom Lee in a recent press release.
Despite market volatility and a recent stock price decline, institutional backing from firms like Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest and Founders Fund signals confidence in BitMine’s long-term strategy, which emphasizes generating tangible cash flow through staking rewards.
