Sharplink, Inc. has announced that institutional ownership of its common stock reached a record 46% as of December 31, 2025, according to its latest Form 13F filings. The Nasdaq-listed firm, formerly known as SharpLink Gaming, Inc., also disclosed that it now holds 867,798 ETH valued at approximately $1.72 billion as of February 15, 2026.
This data comes alongside a comprehensive brand refresh under the tagline “Ethereum with an Edge,” signalling the company’s final transition from a sports gaming focus to an institutional-grade Ethereum treasury platform.
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Sharplink generates 13,615 ETH in staking rewards
The company revealed that it has generated 13,615 ETH in staking rewards since launching its Ethereum treasury strategy in June 2025. CEO Joseph Chalom, a former BlackRock executive, stated that the firm stakes nearly 100% of its holdings to ensure maximum productivity for stockholders. The rewards include 4,560 ETH from native staking and 8,906 ETH from liquid staking formats, such as LsETH.
During the fourth quarter of 2025, Sharplink added roughly 60 new institutional investors to its base. The firm’s strategy involves using its public market status to increase its ETH concentration per share, effectively acting as a productive vehicle for investors seeking regulated exposure to the Ethereum ecosystem.
Ethereum staking adoption reaches new milestones
The pivot by Sharplink reflects a broader trend of corporate entities treating ETH as a primary reserve asset rather than a speculative play. Ethereum’s network utility continues to grow, with recent data showing the total staking ratio has hit 30.7%.
This institutional interest mirrors developments seen in other sectors. However, not all institutional bets are paying off; Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund fully exited fellow Ethereum treasury firm ETHZilla, signalling caution.
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