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Do inter-protocol dependencies (e.g. on MEV layers) exacerbate slash contagion? Yes, inter-protocol dependencies—especially on shared infrastructure like MEV relays, sequencing layers, or bridges—can introduce correlated failure points that exacerbate slash contagion. For example, a misconfigured MEV relay might delay blocks, causing validator downtime across multiple AVSs. Bridges or shared DA layers may propagate errors or manipulated states, leading to chain-wide validator misbehavior. These dependencies create “hidden coupling” between AVSs and other systems. Robust AVS design includes dependency isolation, fail-safes, and cross-protocol slashing awareness. As modularity grows, dependency mapping and joint fault modeling will be essential to prevent systemic slashing risks.

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