rsETH is a liquid staking derivative created to provide yield on staked Ether while allowing users to access liquidity. It's designed to be redeemable for its underlying staked ETH plus accrued rewards.

Why is Aave, Kelp, and LayerZero asking for Arbitrum's ETH?

They are requesting the release of $71 million in frozen ETH from the Arbitrum DAO treasury to fund a recovery effort for holders of rsETH, which has reportedly fallen in value, causing losses.

Will Arbitrum DAO release the funds?

The proposal is currently under consideration by Arbitrum DAO delegates. The outcome depends on their vote and the community's consensus on the necessity and implications of releasing the funds.

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DAO Drains $71M for a "Recovery" That Smells Fishy

They’re asking for $71 million in frozen ETH to fix a mess. The question is, who *really* benefits from this bailout?

Fintech Dose Apr 28, 2026 5 min read

Illustration of a hand reaching into a digital vault labeled 'Arbitrum DAO Treasury' to grab a stack of ETH coins, with smaller hands trying to catch them.

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Aave, Kelp, and LayerZero are requesting $71 million in frozen ETH from the Arbitrum DAO. 𝕏
The funds are requested for an 'rsETH recovery effort' to mitigate losses for holders. 𝕏
The speed of the proposed AIP execution is a point of contention, with critics questioning the urgency and transparency. 𝕏
Skepticism exists regarding who truly benefits from the proposed fund release, with a focus on potential self-interest from the requesting entities. 𝕏

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