Why the Ethereum Foundation is suddenly again at the center of crypto’s culture war
The Ethereum Foundation faces renewed scrutiny as eight prominent contributors departed since January 2026, reigniting debates about its relevance in the mature ecosystem. Critics argue the nonprofit has become insular and slow-moving while Ethereum secures trillions in assets. Defenders credit its neutral coordination role as irreplaceable for network upgrades and developer alignment amid fierce blockchain competition.
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