EigenLayer Launches Slashing Feature on Mainnet April 17, 2025, Enhancing Verifiable Computing Accountability

EigenLayer, a protocol focused on verifiable computing, has launched its slashing feature on mainnet, marking the completion of its protocol development. The slashing mechanism, designed to enforce accountability within the system, went live on April 17, 2025, and is now feature-complete. This development is seen as a significant step towards enhancing the security and reliability of services built on EigenLayer. The feature ensures that services promising to deliver specific tasks, such as data storage or AI queries, are financially incentivized to fulfill their commitments. Programmable trust, once a concept, is now implemented in code, unlocking new possibilities for verifiable compute infrastructure. To continue reading this as well as other DeFi and Web3 news, visit us at thedefiant.io

Source: The Defiant