In EigenLayer's initial AVS launch (May 2024), EigenDA demonstrated the strongest real demand as the pioneering high-throughput DA service, amassing billions in TVL. Others like AltLayer and Mantle followed with solid traction. The security model withstood tests—no major incidents—bolstered by audits and new slashable stake mechanisms.
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US IRS rules treat crypto as property, taxing sales, trades, and income as capital gains (up to 37% short-term) or ordinary income, with mandatory reporting on Form 8949/Schedule D. This complexity deters frequent trading, encourages HODLing to defer taxes, boosts record-keeping via tools, and prompts tax-loss harvesting. Enhanced 2025 broker reporting (Form 1099-DA) increases compliance but raises evasion fears, curbing impulsive investments.
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To assess a project's token liquidity on centralized exchanges (CEXs) and decentralized exchanges (DEXs), check trading volume, order book depth, and slippage on platforms like CoinMarketCap or CoinGecko. CEXs often offer deeper liquidity, while DEXs vary by pool size (e.g., Uniswap). Provide the project name for specific analysis!
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