Consensys, the Ethereum infrastructure provider, has announced that its decentralized Infura network will launch as an Actively Validated Service (AVS) on EigenLayer, an Ethereum restaking platform. This move aims to enhance the security and decentralization of the Infura network while also providing additional benefits to users.
By launching as an AVS, Infura will be able to leverage the security of the Ethereum network while also benefiting from EigenLayer’s unique features. This includes the ability to stake ETH without running a full validator node, as well as the ability to earn rewards for providing additional services to the network.
This development is significant for several reasons. Firstly, it demonstrates the growing importance of decentralized infrastructure in the Web3 ecosystem. Secondly, it highlights the potential of EigenLayer to revolutionize the way that Ethereum is secured and scaled. Finally, it shows that Consensys is committed to building a more decentralized and secure future for the Ethereum ecosystem.
The launch of Infura as an EigenLayer AVS is expected to take place in the coming months. This will mark a major milestone for both Infura and EigenLayer, and it is likely to have a significant impact on the future of the Ethereum ecosystem.
