Crypto mining involves validating transactions using specialized hardware and receiving block rewards in the form of coins and fees.Pros of mining include high earning potential, network security contribution, and long-term ROI for early adopters.Crypto staking entails locking assets in a PoS blockchain to support validation and receiving rewards in the form of the staked coin.Pros of staking include lower entry barriers, energy efficiency, and passive income potential with 4%–15% APY.