Justin Sun Now Accounts For 46% Of Deposits Into This Liquid Restaking Protocol

Justin Sun is now known to own deposits worth 46.6% of the total deposits into Liquid restaking protocol Swell L2
By Godfrey Benjamin
Justin Sun Rebrands Asimov's Laws For AI Memecoins

Highlights

  • Justin Sun recently moved 120,000 eETH into Swell L2
  • Purpose of funds remains undisclosed
  • Justin Sun is a huge advocate of liquid restaking on Ethereum

Tron Founder, Justin Sun has entered the spotlight again with his crypto deposit actions. In the latest move, the crypto whale’s address “0x7a9…3095” deposited a total of 120,000 eETH in liquid restaking protocol Swell L2.

Advertisement
Advertisement

Justin Sun and Ethereum Engagement

Justin Sun is known to have a great affinity for Ethereum-based digital currencies. He is known to conduct huge transactions featuring Ethereum (ETH), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and other cryptocurrencies.

Per the latest transactions, Justin Sun made the transaction into Swell L2 on May 4. The eETH transferred into the protocol was worth approximately $376 million. This figure accounts for a total of 46.6% of the total deposits that Swell L2 has recorded since its inception.

Justin Sun has recently shared his takes on his perceived investments in staking and liquid restaking platforms. In his conversation, he discounted the conversations regarding him making profits from large transactions. The Tron founder noted that he plays a role as an advisor to liquid restaking teams only.

He shared his vision for such passive income ventures, noting that they have what it takes to go global. He believes these platforms can go mainstream to serve as an important revenue avenues for international companies and institutions.

He foresees these groups embracing staking and restaking reinvesting the profit they take in to support users. The support might also extend to developers, and the community and foster prosperity and cooperation.

It remains unclear if Justin Sun was referring to a specific protocol or in general terms. The fund injection into Swell L2 shows he might be acting on his visions.

Advertisement
Advertisement

Liquid and Restaking Protocols Gaining Traction

With the constant evolution in the broader digital currency ecosystem, Ethereum-based liquid restaking ventures are taking center stage.

Protocols like Ether.fi and EigenLayer are at the top of the liquid restaking niche. With $15.53 billion in Total Value Locked (TVL), EigenLayer has risen to the position of the second-largest Decentralized Finance (DeFi) protocol. Only Lido, a liquid staking protocol with $29.48 billion in TVL surpasses EigenLayer.

This growth within a short time and for a protocol that is just about to introduce its native token EIGEN underscores how the sentiment has shifted overall to different varieties of staking ventures.

Advertisement
Godfrey Benjamin
Benjamin Godfrey is a blockchain enthusiast and journalists who relish writing about the real life applications of blockchain technology and innovations to drive general acceptance and worldwide integration of the emerging technology. His desires to educate people about cryptocurrencies inspires his contributions to renowned blockchain based media and sites. Benjamin Godfrey is a lover of sports and agriculture. Follow him on X, Linkedin
Why trust CoinGape: CoinGape has covered the cryptocurrency industry since 2017, aiming to provide informative insights to our readers. Our journalists and analysts bring years of experience in market analysis and blockchain technology to ensure factual accuracy and balanced reporting. By following our Editorial Policy, our writers verify every source, fact-check each story, rely on reputable sources, and attribute quotes and media correctly. We also follow a rigorous Review Methodology when evaluating exchanges and tools. From emerging blockchain projects and coin launches to industry events and technical developments, we cover all facets of the digital asset space with unwavering commitment to timely, relevant information.
Investment disclaimer: The content reflects the author’s personal views and current market conditions. Please conduct your own research before investing in cryptocurrencies, as neither the author nor the publication is responsible for any financial losses.
Ad Disclosure: This site may feature sponsored content and affiliate links. All advertisements are clearly labeled, and ad partners have no influence over our editorial content.