Puffer Launches Institutional-Grade Staking & Restaking Solution
Puffer Launches Institutional-Grade Staking & Restaking Solution
Puffer’s solution enables institutions to maximize yield potential by leveraging EigenLayer’s innovative restaking mechanisms while maintaining full control over their assets
Puffer Finance, the leading innovator in Ethereum infrastructure, today announced the launch of its cutting-edge institutional staking and restaking solution, designed to help institutions unlock higher yields on their Ethereum holdings without compromising on security, compliance or operational control.
Built from the ground up for institutional needs, Puffer’s solution introduces an advanced restaking mechanism that enables organizations to earn additional rewards beyond traditional staking models. By integrating seamlessly with protocols like EigenLayer, institutions can now leverage their staked ETH to secure multiple Actively Validated Services (AVSs), compounding their yield potential while contributing to Puffer’s mission to uphold the decentralization and resilience of Ethereum. Institutions can authorize specific accounts for ETH withdrawals via the Puffer Institutional Vault contract, while custom withdrawal policies, such as daily withdrawal limits, can also be implemented.
Unlike conventional staking, which typically offers a fixed annual yield, this new approach allows institutions to re-stake the same ETH to secure additional services and networks. Puffer’s multi-layered staking architecture results in higher yield opportunities while still operating within an institutional-grade compliance and risk framework. Key features of the solution include:
- Smart contract–based access controls that enable institutions to define and enforce custom withdrawal policies, validator permissions, and governance rules.
- Modular staking configuration, allowing institutions to:
- Allocate a portion of their ETH to traditional Ethereum staking for stable base APY.
- Engage in EigenLayer restaking to secure multiple AVSs and unlock additional rewards.
- Tailor validator operations to align with internal risk profiles and investment strategies.
- A flexible, upgradeable smart contract architecture that ensures future compatibility with innovations in Ethereum and staking technology.
With Puffer’s institutional solution, organizations can confidently stake and restake their assets with both security and profitability in mind. This solution is ideal for asset managers, custodians, DAOs, family offices and other institutions looking to optimize staking performance while maintaining control over custody, compliance and execution.
The Puffer AccessManager Smart Contract manages permissions and governs access to the Puffer Institutional Contract Vault — a custom contract that partially leverages OpenZeppelin’s smart contract library, designed to securely hold institutional ETH, manage ETH withdrawals and handle restaking rewards distribution.
Amir Forouzani, Co-founder of Puffer Labs, said:
> “With our institutional-grade staking and restaking solution, we’re giving institutions the tools to actively manage their staking strategy for both yield optimization and operational assurance. By combining traditional staking with next-gen restaking, institutions can move beyond fixed returns and tap into a more dynamic and profitable staking model, all while maintaining robust governance and security controls.”
Puffer also recently announced the launch of the Puffer App, which is designed to make staking, restaking and earning rewards effortless for all users through a sleek, intuitive interface. Featuring 1-click staking, the Puffer App removes the complexity traditionally associated with staking and DeFi strategies, allowing users to seamlessly access, manage and grow their assets with minimal effort. Whether users are looking to stake for passive income or explore advanced DeFi opportunities, the app serves as a one-stop solution that caters to both beginners and experienced DeFi users alike.
Check it out: https://app.puffer.fi/stake
About Puffer Finance
Puffer Finance is a leading innovator in Ethereum infrastructure, focusing on next-generation rollups supported by liquid restaking (LRT) and preconfirmation as an AVS. With products like Puffer UniFi and Puffer UniFi AVS on EigenLayer, Puffer is dedicated to enhancing Ethereum’s decentralization. Learn more: www.puffer.fi