Solana has always been known for its blazing-fast blockchain and strong ecosystem, and now Solayer is taking it a step further. Solayer is a next-generation restaking and liquid restaking protocol built on Solana. In simple terms, it allows SOL holders—and even holders of certain Solana-based liquid staking tokens (LSTs)—to make their staked assets work harder. Instead of just sitting in a regular stake, your assets can now help secure more applications and services across the Solana ecosystem while earning extra rewards.
What is Restaking?
Think of restaking like giving your staked tokens a second job. Normally, when you stake SOL, you lock it up to help secure the blockchain and earn rewards. Restaking allows you to take that same staked SOL (or LSTs) and use it again to support other applications or services, increasing both your potential earnings and the overall security of the network.
By doing this, Solayer essentially boosts capital efficiency—your crypto works harder, and the network gets stronger.
How Solayer Works
1. Stake SOL or LSTs
Users start by staking their SOL or supported LSTs (like mSOL or jitoSOL) through Solayer. Once staked, these tokens can be restaked to help secure other Solana-based solutions, especially what Solayer calls Actively Validated Services (AVS).
2. Receive Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRTs)
When you restake via @Solayer , you receive Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRTs). These are proof that your assets are actively restaked. The best part? You can still use LRTs in DeFi—like lending, borrowing, or providing liquidity—without losing out on the rewards from restaking. It’s like getting the best of both worlds: flexibility and earning potential.
3. Support Actively Validated Services (AVS)
AVS are apps or services in the Solana ecosystem that need extra security. By restaking, you help strengthen these services, contributing to the stability and reliability of Solana as a whole. Solayer even has a high-performance e-AVS system that handles large-scale operations efficiently, making sure your staked assets are always helping the network in a meaningful way.
Key Features of Solayer
InfiniSVM: Speed Meets Security
Solayer introduces InfiniSVM, a high-performance blockchain layer designed to be ultra-fast and reliable. Using advanced tech like multi-cluster execution and high-speed networking, InfiniSVM keeps data flowing quickly while maintaining network consistency. For users, this means your staked assets are helping to secure a scalable, high-speed ecosystem.
sSOL: Your Staked SOL Token
Solayer also provides sSOL, a token that represents your staked SOL. You can delegate sSOL to recommended validators, who then further support AVS and other decentralized applications. In other words, your staked SOL is actively contributing to the network’s security, while you continue earning rewards.
LAYER Token: Governance Power
The LAYER token is Solayer’s governance and utility token. It lets holders participate in decisions like protocol upgrades, validator selections, and ecosystem improvements. Essentially, LAYER gives you a voice in shaping the future of Solayer and the Solana ecosystem.
Why Solayer Matters
Solayer doesn’t just help users earn more rewards—it strengthens the Solana ecosystem. By enabling restaking, it makes the network more secure, scalable, and resilient. Developers also benefit, as Solayer provides tools and templates to integrate restaking into their own applications. This opens the door for more robust, high-performance decentralized apps on Solana.
Getting Started
If you’re ready to get started with Solayer:
Stake SOL or LSTs – Choose the tokens you want to stake.
Restake – Delegate your staked assets to support AVS and other blockchain services.
Earn Rewards – Receive additional returns for your restaking efforts, while keeping your tokens flexible via LRTs.
For those who want to dive in, check out Solayer’s official site.
Final Thoughts
Solayer is more than just another staking platform—it’s a smarter way to put your crypto to work. By combining restaking, liquid tokens, and a high-performance infrastructure, it gives users more rewards, more flexibility, and a way to actively support Solana’s ecosystem. Whether you’re a casual investor or a developer, Solayer opens up new opportunities for growth and network participation.