The shake-up comes as Ethereum's reputation among builders has soured in recent months. Members of the broader crypto community are flocking to fast and cheap competitors like Solana, which has been quicker to accommodate the recent memecoin fervor.

Vitalik Buterin reaffirms control of the Ethereum Foundation, rejecting calls to promote Danny Ryan and condemning harassment.

Ethereum Foundation announces leadership changes to enhance efficiency, technical expertise, and community alignment, with innovation.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin responded to online hate of Ethereum Foundation leadership, particularly its executive director, Aya Miyaguchi.

Regulatory concerns previously limited foundation involvement, but easing tensions now open doors for more active participation in staking activities. Co-founder Joseph Lubin proposes dual leadership structure with Danny Ryan and Jerome de Tychey to bring fresh perspective and innovation.

Ethereum core developer Eric Conner announced his departure from the community, citing his discontent with the Ethereum Foundation (EF) leadership decisions. The announcement came after co-founder Vitalik Buterin dismissed calls for a shakeup in the current leadership and claimed sole authority over the organization.