Author: James Clark

James Clark

James Clark is a crypto writer at CryptoJunction.com, specialising in market analysis, blockchain trends, and the forces shaping the future of digital assets. With years of experience following the evolution of Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the wider DeFi space, James delivers clear, well-researched insights that help readers cut through the noise of the industry.

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Ethereum Restaking: How EigenLayer is Changing the Future of DeFi

September 16, 2025

Since Ethereum transitioned to Proof-of-Stake (PoS), staking has become one of the mostimportant features of the network. Staked ETH secures…

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