Ethereum, the second-largest blockchain after Bitcoin, made history in September 2022 with its long-awaited “Merge.” This upgrade transformed Ethereum’s consensus mechanism from proof-of-work (mining) to proof-of-stake (staking) reducing energy usage by over 99% and opening up new opportunities for users to earn rewards.
Staking Brings Rewards and Sustainability
The biggest appeal of proof-of-stake is staking rewards. Users who lock (or “stake”) their Ether tokens help secure the network and, in return, earn passive income. At launch, stakers were projected to earn around 5% annually, though returns vary depending on network activity and participation.
This was more than just a reward mechanism. Ethereum’s move away from mining addressed one of crypto’s biggest criticisms: energy consumption. Mining had become controversial, with massive facilities consuming as much electricity as small countries. By shifting to proof-of-stake, Ethereum drastically cut its environmental footprint making blockchain more sustainable and appealing to businesses and regulators.
Ethereum as a Leader in Blockchain Innovation
While other blockchains (like Cardano, Solana, and Tezos) already used proof-of-stake, Ethereum was the largest and most established to make the leap. This positioned Ethereum as a leader in scalability and innovation, better prepared to meet the growing demands of global users.
For businesses and SMEs, Ethereum’s Merge showed that digital assets are maturing. Crypto isn’t just about speculation it’s increasingly about compliance, efficiency, and creating value within real-world financial systems.
Rewards in Traditional Finance vs. Crypto
In traditional finance, consumers can earn interest on savings accounts, cashback on cards, or loyalty points. Crypto staking is different, as it directly supports transaction validation but the underlying idea is similar: put capital to work, and get rewarded.
At Easykonto, we bridge this gap between traditional finance and digital innovation. While we don’t offer staking ourselves, our mission is to help SMEs, startups, and entrepreneurs manage cross-border payments, multi-currency accounts, and regulatory compliance with the same ease and transparency crypto users have come to expect.
Easykonto: Secure, Compliant, and Future-Ready
As Ethereum and other blockchain networks evolve, so does the need for trustworthy financial infrastructure. Easykonto.dk empowers businesses by:
- Providing IBAN accounts without unnecessary bureaucracy
- Supporting multi-currency payments across borders
- Ensuring FCA-aligned compliance and GDPR protection
- Offering transparent, SME-friendly pricing
Whether you’re working with crypto-native partners or traditional suppliers, Easykonto gives your business the tools to thrive in a global digital economy.
We are on a mission to democratize financial services. By combining compliance, security, and modern fintech solutions, Easykonto.dk helps SMEs grow with confidence no matter where they do business.