Ethereum Beacon Chain sees major slashing event with 40 validators penalized

On September 10, Ethereum’s Beacon Chain experienced a major slashing event, penalizing 40 validators for conflicting attestations. Most affected operators were linked to Ankr, with one validator losing 0.3 ETH worth $1,300. Slashing occurs when validators violate consensus rules, often due to errors in running keys across multiple environments. Validators must continue operating despite fines to avoid additional penalties. Such events are rare but can result in significant financial losses, emphasizing the importance of operational accuracy in a system that enforces consensus through economic discipline.