EigenLayer

EigenLayer is a middleware protocol that allows ETH stakers to "restake" their assets to secure secondary services, earning additional rewards in the process.

Introduction to EigenLayer EigenLayer is a foundational middleware protocol built on Ethereum that introduces the revolutionary concept of restaking . By allowing ETH stakers to repurpose their staked collateral, EigenLayer enables the "shared security" of various decentralized services, known as Actively Validated Services (AVSs), such as data availability layers, sidechains, and oracle networks. How Restaking Works At its core, EigenLayer acts as a marketplace where Ethereum stakers can opt-in to secure new modules built on top of the ecosystem. Traders and stakers can participate in two way