As a proof of stake network, Ethereum rewards stakers with block rewards and user fees.
However, the 32 ETH minimum required to stake your ETH directly on the network prohibits the vast majority of users from doing so. Enter liquid staking derivatives, or LSDs.
LSDs refer to the tokens created by DeFi protocols or centralized services designed to reward users who stake ETH on their platform.
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