Empty desks in a modern office after Ethereum Foundation layoffs.
Ethereum News

Ethereum Foundation Cuts 20% of Staff in Major Reorganization

The Ethereum Foundation, the non-profit organization that oversees development of the Ethereum blockchain, has laid off approximately 20% of its workforce, according to an internal announcement reviewed by several news outlets. The cuts, confirmed on [Date of announcement – e.g., February 28, 2025], are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at creating a more […]

User reviewing a clear transaction signing prompt on a laptop in a home office, representing enhanced wallet security
Ethereum News

Ethereum Foundation Introduces Clear Signing to Bolster Wallet Security Against Phishing

The Ethereum Foundation has announced the integration of clear signing support into its official toolkit, a move designed to significantly reduce the risk of phishing attacks and unauthorized transactions for users of Ethereum-based wallets. This development addresses a long-standing vulnerability where users often approve transactions without fully understanding the details, a gap frequently exploited by […]

Ethereum Foundation and BitMine OTC deal handshake with ETH coins
Bitcoin News

Ethereum Foundation sells another 10,000 ETH to BitMine in third OTC deal, drawing community scrutiny

The Ethereum Foundation has completed a third over-the-counter (OTC) sale of 10,000 ETH to BitMine Immersion Technologies, raising fresh questions about the pace and transparency of its treasury management. The transaction, executed at an average price of $2,292 per coin, is worth approximately $22.9 million. Details of the latest OTC sale According to a statement […]

Ethereum Foundation building in Zug with a dashboard showing a drop in staked ETH from 70,000 to 53,000.
Bitcoin News

Ethereum Foundation Unstakes 17K ETH After Nearing 70K Staked ETH Goal — Potential Sale Sparks Concern

The Ethereum Foundation has unstaked over 17,000 ETH worth roughly $40 million. This move came just days after the organization nearly hit its internal target of 70,000 staked ETH. The transaction has sparked widespread speculation about a possible sale. Ethereum Foundation Unstakes 17K ETH — What Happened? On April 26, 2026, the Ethereum Foundation initiated […]

Vitalik Buterin announces the new Ethereum Foundation mandate for sanctuary technology.
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Buterin Unveils Ethereum ‘Sanctuary’ Mandate

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has detailed a new strategic mandate for the Ethereum Foundation, framing the blockchain’s future as a “sanctuary technology.” The announcement, made on March 14, 2026, signals a pivotal shift in the organization’s guiding principles and long-term objectives for the network. A New Strategic Direction Buterin’s public outline of the mandate provides […]

Vitalik Buterin's new Ethereum DeFi vision for secure, permissionless finance illustrated as a transparent digital vault.
Ethereum News

Ethereum’s Revolutionary DeFi Vision: Vitalik Buterin Charts a Path for Permissionless, Private, and Secure Finance

Zurich, Switzerland – May 15, 2025: In a significant address to the Ethereum community, co-founder Vitalik Buterin has unveiled a comprehensive and renewed vision for the future of decentralized finance (DeFi) on the Ethereum blockchain. This decisive announcement outlines a strategic framework built on three core pillars: permissionless access, sturdy privacy, and foundational security. Buterin’s […]

The Ethereum Foundation begins staking 70,000 ETH to fund its treasury and support network client diversity.
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Ethereum Foundation Staking 70,000 ETH: A Strategic Move for Treasury and Network Health

Zug, Switzerland – April 15, 2025: The Ethereum Foundation, the non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the Ethereum ecosystem, has initiated a significant operational shift. The foundation has begun staking approximately 70,000 ETH from its treasury. This strategic move redirects staking rewards back into its operational funds while explicitly prioritizing network resilience, operational transparency, and validator […]

Ethereum Foundation's new DeFi strategy and Protocol Support Unit for crypto-native innovation.
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Ethereum Foundation’s Vital DeFi Strategy Formalized with New Protocol Support Unit

Zug, Switzerland, April 2025: The Ethereum Foundation has taken a definitive step to formalize its strategic direction in decentralized finance. By establishing a dedicated Protocol Support Unit, the organization is cementing its commitment to the “DeFipunk” ethos and prioritizing direct, crypto-native innovation on the Ethereum blockchain. This structural move signals a major evolution from general […]

Ethereum Foundation 2026 roadmap illustration showing network upgrades and scalability goals.
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Ethereum Foundation 2026 Roadmap: Unveiling the Ambitious Plan for 100M+ Gas Limits and Native Abstraction

Zurich, Switzerland, April 2025: The Ethereum Foundation has formally outlined its protocol development priorities for 2026, presenting a comprehensive and ambitious technical roadmap. This strategic vision, detailed in recent communications from core researchers and developers, moves beyond incremental updates to propose foundational enhancements aimed at scalability, user experience, and network security. The plan centers on […]