Restaking
EigenLayer
A restaking protocol that reuses ETH's security for new services.
Community Assessment
3.9 / 5
Difficulty
Advanced
Costs
No direct user fee; risk of slashing depends on the service.
Audit
Well-known public audit
High riskUpdated analysis as of June 20, 2026
Overview
EigenLayer introduced the concept of restaking: it allows users to reuse ETH or staking tokens to secure additional services in exchange for rewards. It is a powerful, yet recent and complex, primitive that adds new layers of risk (slashing and third-party services).
Key Functions
ETH RestakingDelegation to OperatorsValidated services
Positive aspects
- Additional rewards on staked assets
- An innovative pioneer with a growing ecosystem
- Leverage ETH's existing security
Points to Note
- Extra layers of risk (slashing)
- A recent model that is still evolving
- High complexity for the end user
Risks and Safety Warnings
- Slashing Due to Failures in Integrated Services
- Composite risk from multiple contracts
- Income that is uncertain and dependent on third parties
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