At Kernel, our vision is to redefine the restaking and decentralized finance landscape by building an interconnected ecosystem that seamlessly bridges security, liquidity, and rewards. By empowering stakers, developers, and protocols, Kernel strives to be the backbone of decentralized economic security on the BNB Chain and beyond.

With an unwavering commitment to innovation, we aim to capture emerging opportunities in the $100B+ market of liquid restaking, tokenized CeDeFi, and real-world assets (RWAs). Our journey has only begun, and we’re excited to share how we’ll achieve this vision with a clear and actionable roadmap.

Kernel Dao is leading the restaking revolution with three key products - Kelp LRT, Kernel , and Gain. Unified by $KERNEL governance token. 

Kelp is a liquid restaking protocol with $2B+ in TVL, 500K ETH restaked, live on 10+ L2s and integrated across Aave, Pendle, Fluid and many more key platforms. Kelp's LRT–rsETH–is currently held by 21k+ wallets and is live across 40+ DeFi platforms. Kelp's latest product, 'Gain' is a vaults program designed for users to maximise their earning potential - via the Airdrop Gain vault (~$139M) & the High Growth Vault ($25M+) 

Our Vision

The Kernel ecosystem is built around three core pillars:

Restaking Infrastructure: Offering a robust, secure, and scalable foundation for restaking across major L1 chains.

Liquid Restaking Tokens (LRTs): Providing flexible and composable liquid restaking solutions for Ethereum and other assets.

Tokenized Yields: Bridging DeFi, CeFi, and traditional finance through innovative yield tokenization, unlocking new financial possibilities.

Kernel ecosystem has already garnered $2.2B+ in TVL across its expanding ecosystem, showcasing its robust growth and value proposition. With support for high-impact tokens like BNBx, SolvBTC, SlisBNB, asBNB and more, Kernel offers unparalleled opportunities for users to maximize returns on their staked assets.

Our ecosystem features 25+ strategic partners, including Solv Protocol, Astherus, Mira, Altlayer, Router, Yieldnest, and more. These collaborations strengthen Kernel's position as the go-to platform for restaking and economic innovation.

At the heart of this ecosystem is $KERNEL, our unified governance token. $KERNEL serves as the glue, accruing value from all three pillars while empowering the community to shape the platform's future. Together, we are building a thriving, interconnected ecosystem for liquidity, security, and hyperscale growth.

Why It Matters

The Kernel and Kelp ecosystem addresses a rapidly expanding market opportunity:

Liquid Restaking: Unlocking liquidity for stakers while enhancing network security.

Infrastructure for L1 Chains: Providing scalable restaking solutions for Ethereum, BNB Chain, and more.

Tokenized CeDeFi & RWAs: Bridging traditional finance with DeFi through tokenized yields and hybrid solutions.

By building scalable, user-friendly, and secure products, we are positioning Kernel to capture significant market share and lead the next wave of DeFi innovation.

2024: A Transformative Year

Our mainnet launch on December 10, 2024, marked a defining moment. Within hours, we achieved $10M Total Value Locked (TVL), and within a week, surpassed $50M TVL. With 25+ ecosystem projects already integrated, Kernel is off to a remarkable start.

This success validates our approach and sets the stage for an ambitious 2025 roadmap.

2025: The Road Ahead

Q1 2025

• Phase 1 (Jan - Feb): DVN + Operator Registration on Testnet

  We will initiate testnet registration for DVNs and Operators, marking the next step in scaling Kernel’s infrastructure.
  
  

• Phase 1.1 (Feb - Mar): Delegations on Testnet
  Launch delegation functionality on the testnet. Onboard the first DVN onto the Kernel testnet to validate the process and infrastructure.
  
  

• Phase 2 (Mar): DVN + Operator Registration on Mainnet
  DVNs and Operators will be able to register directly on the mainnet, bringing us closer to full-scale operations.
  
  

• Phase 3 (Apr): Delegations on Mainnet
  We will launch delegations on the mainnet, enabling users to delegate their assets to operators and DVNs for enhanced participation.

• Phase 4 (Mar - Apr): Onboarding Further DVNs
  Following initial onboarding, we will expand the DVN ecosystem by integrating additional DVNs into the network.

Future Development Horizons

• Phase 5 (May - Jun): Slashing Mechanism
  Kernel will implement a robust slashing mechanism to enhance protocol security and ensure network integrity.

As we build towards our long-term goals, we’ll continue to release updates, onboard partners, and empower users with tools that unlock the full potential of restaking and DeFi.

A Unified Future

Kernel and Kelp will eventually unify under the $KERNEL token, creating a seamless experience for all stakeholders. This integration will ensure that Kelp’s existing users and farmers benefit from Kernel’s growth without dilution, and subsequent rewards will be allocated fairly in future seasons.

Through this vision and roadmap, we are not just building products; we are creating an ecosystem that scales with user needs, fosters trust, and redefines decentralized finance.

Join us as we forge ahead on this transformative journey. Together, let’s shape the future of restaking and DeFi.

Twitter: @KelpDAO & @KernelDAO

Telegram: https://t.me/KelpDAOxyz 

Discord: https://discord.com/invite/khSpqCFvGq