GoKiteAI Joins The Eigen Games

EigenLayer activates its slashing mechanism on mainnet April 17th, 2025, introducing accountability for crypto infrastructure. The update features: - **Opt-in system** for operators running AVSs under defined rules - **Unique Stake Allocation** to isolate slashing risk per service - **Operator Sets** for specialized roles and customized terms Key metrics: - 270+ AVSs in development - 80,000+ active stakers - Integration with LayerZero and Infura The system rewards meeting Service Level Agreements and penalizes underperformance, marking a significant step toward verifiable cloud infrastructure. [Learn more](https://www.blog.eigenlayer.xyz/slashing-goes-live/)

The Decentralized Infrastructure Network (DIN) has launched testnet v0.1, marking a significant step in decentralized infrastructure development. Key updates: - Integration with EigenLayer, AltLayer, BuildBear, and TXTXRun - 9 additional providers joining the network - Focus on RPC endpoints for Infura and MetaMask - Implementation of programmatic onboarding - Economic stress testing capabilities The testnet represents progress toward verifiable infrastructure, allowing developers to access more reliable and decentralized Web3 API services. DIN functions as a permissionless app store for blockchain infrastructure, improving connectivity to Ethereum and other chains while reducing costs. Learn more: [DIN Blog](https://consensys.io/blog/infura-decentralized-infrastructure-network-launches-as-eigenlayer-avs)

EigenLayer has officially launched on Sepolia Testnet, providing developers with an enhanced testing environment. This deployment offers: - Faster testing cycles and development loops - Real-world testing ground for AVSs & integrations - Improved stability compared to Holesky Testnet The move to Sepolia comes after monitoring Holesky's instability issues. Developers can now access: - [Complete deployment documentation](https://github.com/Layr-Labs/eigenlayer-contracts?tab=readme-ov-file#current-testnet-sepolia-deployment) - [Detailed testing strategy overview](https://www.blog.eigenlayer.xyz/the-future-of-eigenlayer-testing-new-and-improved-testnets-tooling-coming-soon/) Start building on Sepolia today to accelerate your development process.

EigenLayer's community-driven initiative @0xcoordinated is launching a bootcamp to onboard new native builders. This grassroots approach emphasizes community-led development and education in the EigenLayer ecosystem. - Community-first approach to developer education - Focus on native EigenLayer builders - Immediate onboarding opportunities available The timing aligns with growing ecosystem momentum and follows successful community education models like @_buildspace.

A remarkable young developer named @gajesh, who started building DeFi protocols at age 13 and worked with Solana & LayerZero at 14, is now spearheading EigenLayer's Fellowship program at age 15. The initiative follows the successful launch of EigenAlpha, which began with 18 Genesis cohort members. The program offers: - Direct access to EigenLayer leadership - Community leadership opportunities - AVS ecosystem reputation building - Exclusive events and merchandise The Fellowship aims to foster the next generation of Web3 builders and expand the EigenLayer ecosystem globally. Apply here: [EigenAlpha Application](http://eigenlayer.typeform.com/eigenalpha)