Epicenter - Learn about Crypto, Blockchain, Ethereum, Bitcoin and Distributed Technologies Vitalik Buterin: Ethereum, The [LAST] Steward of Decentralisation
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Jul 9, 2025 
Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, shares his insights on blockchain technology and ethical challenges in the crypto space. He delves into how his Shiba Inu coins funded biotech research and discusses the transformative impact of Ethereum's recent merge. Vitalik also reflects on the future of Layer 2 solutions, the Ethereum Foundation's evolving role, and the delicate balance of supporting ETH's price. His vision for a decentralized world showcases the balance between innovation and community needs.
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Shiba Inu Funded Biotech Research
- Vitalik Buterin received a large amount of Shiba Inu tokens unexpectedly.
- He donated them to charities, which cashed out hundreds of millions, funding impactful biotech research.
From Technology to Properties
- We need to prioritize building projects with blockchain that have meaningful benefits.
- Shift focus from technology itself to the properties and outcomes it delivers.
Purpose Drives Focus and Impact
- Ethereum ecosystem success steers important global infrastructure in the right direction.
- Vitalik works where his contributions are valuable and welcomed, balancing blockchain and biotech interests.