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View Chartether.fi is a leading decentralized liquid restaking protocol built on Ethereum, and its native token, ETHFI, is central to governing and incentivizing its ecosystem.
ether.fi is a decentralized, non-custodial liquid restaking protocol on Ethereum, allowing users to earn rewards while maintaining control of their assets.
The ETHFI token is the governance and utility token of the ether.fi ecosystem, used for voting and staking.
It operates on Ethereum's Proof-of-Stake consensus and utilizes EigenLayer for restaking, enabling users to contribute to the security of other networks.
The protocol offers unique features like eETH, a liquid restaking token, and a Delegated Staking Module for institutional participation.
ETHFI is listed on a number of major cryptocurrency exchanges; check that the venue you use is reputable and regulated in your jurisdiction before trading.
ether.fi is a decentralized protocol that pioneered the concept of non-custodial liquid restaking on Ethereum, allowing users to earn multiple layers of staking rewards while retaining ownership of their keys.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name (Ticker) | ether.fi (ETHFI) |
| Alternative Names | - |
| Consensus Mechanism | Ethereum Proof-of-Stake (via EigenLayer restaking) |
| Smart Contracts | Yes (EVM-Compatible). Primary contract: 0xFe0c... |
| Category | Liquid Restaking, DeFi, Governance |
| Hash Algorithm | Keccak-256 |
| Block Reward | N/A (Protocol rewards from Ethereum staking and EigenLayer points) |
| Max Supply | 1,000,000,000 ETHFI |
| TPS | Dependent on the underlying Ethereum network |
| Scaling Solution | Built on Ethereum L1; utilizes EigenLayer for cryptoeconomic security |
| Blockchain | Ethereum |
The ether.fi protocol was developed by a team led by founder and CEO Mike Silagadze. He previously founded and led Top Hat, an edtech company. The project is backed by venture capital firms in the cryptocurrency sector, including North Island Ventures, Chapter One, and Node Capital. The development and future direction of the protocol are managed by a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO), where ETHFI token holders govern key decisions.
ether.fi functions as a middleware layer on top of Ethereum's consensus. It leverages EigenLayer's restaking primitive to enable a novel, non-custodial staking model. Here's the core workflow:
Non-Custodial Staking: Users deposit ETH to run an Ethereum validator. Users retain control of their validator withdrawal and signing keys, which are encrypted and managed by the protocol.
Liquid Restaking Token (eETH): Upon depositing, users receive eETH, a liquid token representing their restaked position. eETH accumulates rewards from both Ethereum staking and EigenLayer's restaking services.
EigenLayer Integration: The protocol restakes user-deposited ETH via EigenLayer. This allows the pooled stake to secure other applications (known as Actively Validated Services or AVSs) on the network, generating additional rewards.
Node Services and Delegation: ether.fi operates its own node operator network. Users can also delegate to professional node operators through its Delegated Staking Module, catering to institutional players.
ether.fi stands out in the crowded liquid staking and restaking field due to several key innovations:
Non-Custodial Model: Its flagship feature is allowing users to remain in control of their validator keys. Users retain control of their validator withdrawal and signing keys, which are encrypted and managed by the protocol, rather than handing custody of the underlying ETH to a third party.
Early Mover in Liquid Restaking: ether.fi was among the first protocols to offer a liquid restaking token (eETH), providing liquidity and composability for restaked assets within the broader DeFi ecosystem.
Dual-Layered Rewards: eETH holders earn rewards from two sources: standard Ethereum staking yields and additional rewards from securing other protocols via EigenLayer.
Institutional Gateway: The Delegated Staking Module lets institutions and large stakeholders delegate to professional node operators, broadening the protocol's user base.
The ETHFI token is the economic and governance engine of the ether.fi ecosystem, with several primary utilities:
Governance: ETHFI holders can vote on protocol upgrades, economic parameters, node operator whitelisting, and the strategic allocation of treasury resources.
Staking: ETHFI can be staked to earn staking rewards and to unlock Club membership levels (Luxe at 15k staked, Pinnacle at 100k staked).
Access and Incentives: The token is used to incentivize liquidity provision and participation in various ecosystem initiatives. Staking ETHFI unlocks Club membership levels automatically: Luxe at 15k staked and Pinnacle at 100k staked.
The ether.fi ecosystem is rapidly expanding beyond its core restaking product, focusing on integration and utility for its eETH token.
DeFi Integrations: eETH is designed to be usable as collateral and liquidity in DeFi applications; check the official ether.fi documentation for the current list of integrations.
EigenLayer Integration: the protocol restakes user-deposited ETH via EigenLayer, allowing the pooled stake to secure Actively Validated Services (AVSs) and generate additional rewards.
Airdrops: ether.fi has run a series of airdrops to reward users for specific helpful behaviors, beginning with Airdrop Season 1 covering 6% of the total ETHFI supply.
Cross-Chain Expansion: ether.fi's ecosystem centers on Ethereum; any expansion to other chains would be announced through official channels.
ETHFI is not a mineable cryptocurrency. A series of airdrops has been used to reward users for specific helpful behaviors, beginning with Airdrop Season 1 covering 6% of the total ETHFI supply. ETHFI is now primarily obtainable through the following methods:
Trading: Purchasing ETHFI on supported cryptocurrency exchanges.
Protocol Participation: While not "mining," users can earn ETHFI rewards and potential future airdrops by actively using the ether.fi protocol—such as by staking ETH to mint eETH, providing liquidity with eETH, or participating in its loyalty program.
Securing your ETHFI tokens is crucial, given their value and governance power.
Hardware Wallets: For long-term storage, transfer your ETHFI to a reputable hardware wallet (cold wallet) like Ledger or Trezor. This keeps your private keys completely offline.
Secure Software Wallets: Use established, non-custodial software wallets (hot wallets) such as MetaMask or Trust Wallet. Always ensure you are downloading the official application and never share your seed phrase.
Exchange Custody: While convenient for active trading, leaving large amounts of ETHFI on an exchange carries custodial risk. Use this method primarily for trading purposes and withdraw to a private wallet for safekeeping.
Vigilance: Be extremely cautious of phishing websites, fake support calls, and unsolicited offers. Always double-check contract addresses and website URLs before connecting your wallet or making transactions.
ETHFI is listed on a number of major cryptocurrency exchanges; check that the venue you use is reputable and regulated in your jurisdiction before trading.
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TradeAs of right now, the live price of ether.fi (ETHFI) is $0.647327. Its market price fluctuates in real time based on overall supply and demand, and you can check the updated ETHFI to USD rate at the top of BTCC’s price page. In terms of market scope, ether.fi records a 24h trading volume of $30.140467M (reflecting total buying and selling activity over the last 24 hours), with a total market cap of $616.477745M. Its current circulating supply stands at 965.35M out of a maximum supply cap of 1B.
The price volatility of ether.fi (ETHFI) is essentially driven by market supply and demand dynamics. Key factors behind its price movements include: 1) Global macroeconomic conditions and sentiment, such as Fed interest rate decisions; 2) Tokenomics, including the ratio of circulating supply (965.35M) to max supply (1B), as well as token unlocks and burn mechanisms; 3) Fundamental developments, such as ecosystem expansion, on-chain activity, and core protocol upgrades; and 4) Derivatives market dynamics, including leverage battles and liquidation cascades in perpetual contracts.
Looking at its historical price performance, ether.fi (ETHFI) hit an all-time high (ATH) of $8.571553 on 2024-03-27 23:10, representing the peak of market sentiment. Conversely, its all-time low (ATL) was recorded at $0.267126 on 2026-06-05 19:20. Note that historical highs and lows reflect past performance only and do not guarantee future price trends; investment decisions should always align with live market conditions and your personal risk tolerance.
When trading ETHFI futures on BTCC, technical chart analysis begins with identifying key support and resistance levels on 1D and 4H charts using historical price pivots. Next, apply MA/EMA indicators to gauge trend directions, alongside RSI (values above 70 indicate overbought conditions, while below 30 suggest oversold levels). Always validate breakout signals with the 24h trading volume ($30.140467M), as price breakouts accompanied by strong volume offer higher reliability.
Unlike spot trading where you can only profit from rising prices, BTCC’s ETHFIUSDT perpetual contracts support two-way trading. If you anticipate a price decline for ether.fi, simply log into your BTCC account with USDT margin available, navigate to the ETHFIUSDT pair, set your desired leverage and Take-Profit/Stop-Loss levels, and click "Sell/Short". Once the price drops to your target, close your position to lock in profit from the price difference.
Yes. BTCC offers flexible, high-tier leverage options for ETHFIUSDT perpetual futures, providing up to 500x leverage (maximum leverage limits may vary depending on liquidity). While leverage boosts capital efficiency by allowing you to control larger position sizes with less margin, it also amplifies liquidation risks proportionately. BTCC strongly advises using Stop-Loss orders to strictly manage risk when trading with high leverage.
Beginners and traders testing new strategies can switch to BTCC's "Demo Trading" mode with a single click on the App or Web interface. The demo account comes pre-loaded with risk-free virtual funds (such as 100,000 USDT). Powered by live market prices (current price: $0.647327), you can practice opening/closing positions, adjusting leverage, and setting TP/SL for ETHFIUSDT with zero financial risk.
Trading ether.fi (ETHFI) on BTCC requires just 4 simple steps: 1) Register a BTCC account and complete basic Identity Verification (KYC); 2) Buy USDT using fiat via credit card/express payment, or deposit USDT/BTC directly from an external wallet; 3) Navigate to the Futures section, search for ETHFIUSDT, and review its live price ($0.647327) and chart; 4) Select your margin mode and leverage, choose "Buy/Long" or "Sell/Short" based on your market outlook, set TP/SL orders, and confirm your trade.
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