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Staking
Locking up crypto to help secure a network and earn rewards.
Staking means locking up coins to help operate and secure a proof-of-stake network. In return, you earn rewards — a bit like interest.
Staking supports the network's security: stakers who validate honestly earn rewards, while bad actors can lose part of their stake. Returns vary by network, and your coins may be locked for a period.