Vitalik Buterin Responds to Criticism Over ETH Sales Allegations
Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin has addressed recent claims that he has been liquidating his ETH assets for personal profit.
Buterin clarified that he has not sold any ETH since 2018, asserting that any previous sales were made to fund projects within the Ethereum ecosystem or charitable causes.
This clarification follows accusations on Twitter suggesting Buterin has been evasive about his ETH holdings. Crypto influencer Ansem defended Buterin, emphasizing that given his role in developing a major blockchain, it’s reasonable for him to realize some profit.
The controversy coincides with the Ethereum Foundation’s recent sale of $100 million in ETH, which has fueled speculation about the reasons behind such a large transaction. The Foundation also reported securing $8.4 million in the second quarter of 2024, much of which was directed towards new grants.
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Buterin’s remarks come amid ongoing debates about his views on political endorsements and decentralized finance (DeFi). He has cautioned against supporting politicians based solely on their crypto-friendly stance and suggested that DeFi, while significant, may not drive the next major wave of adoption.
Moreover, Buterin has proposed new strategies for airdrops and blockchain-based identity systems to combat fraud, though these ideas have received mixed reactions from the community. His interactions with authoritarian governments and criticisms of various projects’ governance have also sparked debate, highlighting the ongoing tensions within the crypto space.
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