Kernel is a restaking protocol on BNB Chain that allows BNB holders to reuse their staked tokens or liquid staking tokens (LSTs) to secure multiple decentralized applications. This shared security model boosts capital efficiency and unlocks new reward opportunities for stakers, while strengthening the overall network.

At the heart of Kernel are Dynamic Validation Networks (DVNs), which rely on operators running validation tasks. Users can delegate to these operators or become one themselves, choosing which DVNs to support. This flexible system empowers both stakers and services, creating a dynamic and secure ecosystem.

Kernel’s ecosystem is rapidly expanding, with over 20 projects and several Liquid Restaking Token (LRT) protocols building on it. As part of the broader KernelDAO network on Ethereum and BNB Chain, Kernel is becoming core infrastructure for DeFi, securing billions in TVL and driving innovation across the Web3 space.