MetaMask Staking will exit the Ethereum verification nodes operated by Lido and be completed before October 7, 2026

MetaMask Staking has taken preventive measures to protect the assets of Ethereum verification node clients, including the withdrawal of Ethereum verification nodes operating under the Lido protocol. The relevant operations involve giving up part of the staking rewards and generating shutdown penalties. The verification node exit process has been initiated and is expected to be completed by October 7, 2026 at the latest. stETH holders do not need to take any action.