What is Restaking

Restaking allows validators to utilize their staked cryptocurrency across multiple protocols simultaneously, enhancing reward potential and boosting security and scalability within the blockchain ecosystem. This article provides an overview of restaking, covering its connection to staking and proof-of-stake (PoS), the mechanics of restaking, the types of restaking, and the associated advantages, disadvantages, and risks.
What is Restaking
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