Puffer

Puffer serves as a decentralized platform aimed at boosting Ethereum's scalability and security by employing cutting-edge restaking and rollup techniques. The ecosystem includes Puffer LRT (Liquid Restaking Token) and the UniFi collection of products, such as UniFi AVS and UniFi Based Rollup.

PUFFER acts as the native governance token, intended for the following purposes:
* Overseeing crucial protocol settings throughout the Puffer and UniFi ecosystem.
* Selecting guardians, restaking operators, and managing the supported AVSs.
* Controlling fee structures and approving new rollups for AVS integration.
* Steering ecosystem rewards and managing treasury resources.

Puffer tools consist of:
* Puffer LRT: A liquid restaking protocol that facilitates validator participation without permission.
* UniFi AVS: An Actively Validated Service offering preconfirmation services for based rollups.
* UniFi Rollup: A rollup solution that utilizes Ethereum's security while enhancing scalability.
* vePUFFER: A novel ERC-721 implementation of a vote escrow token model used for governance.

Puffer Finance was initiated by a team of blockchain specialists and Ethereum fans. The team has a background in creating scalable blockchain solutions, particularly focused on enhancing Ethereum's infrastructure. Puffer has partnered with notable members of the Ethereum community, such as Justin Drake, to develop pioneering solutions like anti-slashers for the staking industry.

There are several aspects that make Puffer Finance and the UniFi ecosystem distinct:

1. Based Rollups: UniFi Rollup utilizes Ethereum's current validator set, aligning with Ethereum's principles of security and decentralization.
2. L2 Execution Preconfs: Offers nearly immediate transaction confirmations for based rollups, improving user experiences.
3. Liquid Restaking: Puffer LRT provides more efficient and adaptable staking options for capital.
4. Innovative Governance: The vePUFFER model presents a unique governance approach that balances long-term commitment with adaptability.
5. Ecosystem Integration: The integrated suite of products (LRT, AVS, Rollup) works harmoniously to tackle Ethereum's scalability and fragmentation challenges.

* Official Website: https://www.puffer.fi/
* Twitter: https://x.com/puffer_finance
* Discord: https://discord.com/invite/pufferfi
* GitHub: https://github.com/PufferFinance/

For developers keen on building with or integrating Puffer's solutions, documentation and resources can be found on the official website.