Eclipse CEO Neel Somani Temporarily Steps Back Amid Harassment Allegations. 🗨️👨🏼💼
Neel Somani, CEO of Eclipse, recently announced a temporary step back from his roles in Ethereum Layer 2 solutions amidst harassment allegations. While denying the accusations, Somani stated that his reduced involvement is temporary. The decision comes shortly after the allegations surfaced, with Somani expressing a commitment to clearing his name and defending himself against the claims.
Eclipse, aiming to bridge the gap between Ethereum and Solana while constructing a new blockchain, declared that in the coming days, it would provide more background and details regarding senior leaders. Somani emphasized the importance of allowing voices to be heard, hinting that forthcoming discussions might shed light on the truth.
Neither Eclipse nor Somani immediately responded to requests for comment from The Block. However, Somani emphasized in his statement the necessity of ensuring that voices are never silenced.
The transition of power, according to Somani, will potentially facilitate the emergence of conversations and the revelation of truth in upcoming posts. He concluded by reaffirming his dedication to ensuring transparency and fairness throughout the process.
