According to paulgrewal.eth, the SEC’s clarification distinguishing 'staking' from 'steak' underscores the agency’s focus on precise crypto terminology, reinforcing the regulatory spotlight on staking protocols and their compliance status (source: paulgrewal.eth via Twitter, May 29, 2025). This attention highlights ongoing scrutiny of staking products, potentially impacting trading strategies for Ethereum and related proof-of-stake tokens, as traders assess regulatory risks and opportunities in the evolving U.S. crypto landscape.