Ether.fi has emerged as the top liquid restaking protocol in DeFi, with around 2.5 million ETH locked in.The flagship token eETH is a key component in DeFi strategies, particularly leveraged staking loops.Risks such as liquidity strains, validator behavior, and slashing on EigenLayer are major concerns for Ether.fi.Monitoring validator exit times can provide early indications of liquidity pressure within the Ether.fi system.Risk Pulse alerts and tools like the Risk Radar help in tracking and responding to liquidity issues in real-time.The upcoming risk of slashing on EigenLayer poses a new challenge for LRT risk management in DeFi.New alert systems are being developed to provide early visibility into slashing-related risks for users of Ethereum 2.0.Ether.fi is increasingly intertwined in complex DeFi plays, facing embedded risks that resemble traditional financial instruments.The success of Ether.fi in navigating risks like slashing will be crucial for the liquid restaking sector in DeFi.Continuous monitoring, risk assessment, and tool enhancements are essential for the evolving DeFi landscape.