MetaMask developer Consensys has launched pooled staking for its popular web3 wallet, enabling users to stake any amount of ether to contribute to Ethereum network security and earn validator rewards.

Before the launch, only users with at least 32 ETH (around $113,000), the minimum required by the Ethereum protocol, could stake natively in validators operated by the firm.

MetaMask users can unstake their ether at any time, but the process is subject to waiting times that may vary depending on the current Ethereum validator exit queue.

MetaMask’s pooled staking service is being rolled out in phases, available to a portion of eligible users from today and more over the coming days, using the open modular architecture of Ethereum liquid staking protocol StakeWise to power some of its …