š” Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is once again making a major bet on EigenLayer, committing an additionalĀ $70Ā million in tokens to support the launch of EigenCloud - a new platform offering "verifiability-as-a-service" to developers.
In a world increasingly reliant on off-chain systems - AI, asset pricing, complex computation - trust still needs to be anchored somewhere. EigenLayer aims to make Ethereum that anchor ā, extending its security guarantees beyond the chain itself.
Yes, it may sound like a big statement, but this kind of infrastructure is what actually moves the ecosystem forward.
Those whoāve followed the project from the early restaking papers to todayās modular stack can see that its trajectory hasnāt been flashy or loud, but rather consistent and foundational. Eigen truly builds with the intention to last š
āAnd while a16z backs EigenCloud with capital, EigenLayer itself is now handing out small rewards in a campaign with the exchange I happen to have a soft spot for, WhiteBIT. A curious pairing, but it's a clear sign theyāre moving towards wider adoption.
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