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Vitalik Buterin Donates 30 ETH to Juicebox: Free Alexey & Roman Today. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin donated 30 ETH (approximately $113,000) to Juicebox: Free Alexey & Roman to support the legal defense of Tornado Cash developers Alexey Pertsev and Roman Storm. The fund has raised around 559.81 ETH in total. Follow @khannamirr #eth #vitalicButerin #juciebox #Megadrop
Vitalik Buterin Donates 30 ETH to Juicebox: Free Alexey & Roman Today.

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin donated 30 ETH (approximately $113,000) to Juicebox: Free Alexey & Roman to support the legal defense of Tornado Cash developers Alexey Pertsev and Roman Storm. The fund has raised around 559.81 ETH in total.

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🤝 Vitalik Buterin Extends Support to DOGE Community Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum blockchain, expressed his condolences on the X social media platform over the passing of the iconic meme Shiba Inu dog, Kabosu. This gesture indirectly reflects his continued support and respect for the Dogecoin community. 🔸 Vitalik Buterin Pays Tribute to Kabosu Buterin tweeted “Rest in peace Kabochan” in response to a tweet from Kabosu's owner, Atsuko Sato (@kabosumama), announcing the dog's passing at the age of 19. Kabosu gained fame in 2010 when her photos went viral, inspiring the creation of Dogecoin in 2013 by Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer. Kabosu became the mascot for DOGE and gained further popularity within the expanding Dogecoin community. 💬 Rest in peace Kabochan 💛 — vitalik.eth (VitalikButerin) May 24, 2024 Following Kabosu's passing, prominent figures in the crypto community, including Elon Musk, the official Dogecoin account, and DOGE founder Markus, paid tribute to her, expressing solidarity with the Dogecoin community. 🔸 Vitalik Buterin and Dogecoin Foundation Musk tweeted that Kabosu had “ascended to heaven,” while the DOGE creator shared a meme portraying Kabosu conversing with Death, who praised her as the best. This isn't the first time Buterin has shown support for the DOGE community. He has previously made significant donations to the Dogecoin Foundation and became a member in 2021, aiming to propose improvements for DOGE, including transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake algorithm. #BinanceLaunchpool #btc70k #btc70k #vitalicButerin
🤝 Vitalik Buterin Extends Support to DOGE Community
Vitalik Buterin, the founder of Ethereum blockchain, expressed his condolences on the X social media platform over the passing of the iconic meme Shiba Inu dog, Kabosu. This gesture indirectly reflects his continued support and respect for the Dogecoin community.
🔸 Vitalik Buterin Pays Tribute to Kabosu
Buterin tweeted “Rest in peace Kabochan” in response to a tweet from Kabosu's owner, Atsuko Sato (@kabosumama), announcing the dog's passing at the age of 19. Kabosu gained fame in 2010 when her photos went viral, inspiring the creation of Dogecoin in 2013 by Billy Markus and Jackson Palmer. Kabosu became the mascot for DOGE and gained further popularity within the expanding Dogecoin community.
💬 Rest in peace Kabochan 💛 — vitalik.eth (VitalikButerin) May 24, 2024
Following Kabosu's passing, prominent figures in the crypto community, including Elon Musk, the official Dogecoin account, and DOGE founder Markus, paid tribute to her, expressing solidarity with the Dogecoin community.
🔸 Vitalik Buterin and Dogecoin Foundation
Musk tweeted that Kabosu had “ascended to heaven,” while the DOGE creator shared a meme portraying Kabosu conversing with Death, who praised her as the best.
This isn't the first time Buterin has shown support for the DOGE community. He has previously made significant donations to the Dogecoin Foundation and became a member in 2021, aiming to propose improvements for DOGE, including transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake algorithm.
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#Ethereum co-founder #vitalicButerin casts doubt on the future of the Metaverse, highlighting its broader potential beyond virtual reality (VR). Key Points: -Buterin challenges the current understanding of the Metaverse, stressing that it encompasses more than just VR. - He advocates for the integration of VR, AR, cryptocurrencies, and AI to unlock the full potential of the Metaverse. - Emphasizes the need to enhance Ethereum for greater convenience and security to achieve widespread adoption At the BUIDL Asia conference in Seoul, Buterin expressed reservations about the Metaverse, questioning its current perception and marketing. According to Buterin, the Metaverse should be conceptualized as a decentralized virtual realm, incorporating immersive social interactions, avatars, AR, and blockchain technology. However, Buterin critiques the Metaverse's current portrayal, suggesting that it is often perceived as a brand rather than a tangible product. He explains, "The Metaverse is a vaguely defined concept, often treated as a brand rather than a concrete product. It represents an abstract notion where individuals can engage and coexist within a virtual universe devoid of centralized ownership. While commonly associated with VR, the Metaverse's scope is broader, akin to a multifaceted ecosystem encompassing various digital realms." Buterin underscores the importance of integrating cryptocurrency, VR, AR, and AI seamlessly to realize the Metaverse's true potential, advocating for a holistic approach to create a genuinely immersive and decentralized virtual environment. Furthermore, Buterin discusses the significance of account abstraction in driving mainstream adoption, emphasizing the need to strike a balance between security and convenience. He acknowledges that Ethereum is actively working to enhance this aspect. Buterin's critique serves as a reminder that the Metaverse's development is still nascent, requiring substantial efforts to fulfill its ambitious vision. #VitalikButerin #Ethereum✅ $ETH
#Ethereum co-founder #vitalicButerin casts doubt on the future of the Metaverse, highlighting its broader potential beyond virtual reality (VR).
Key Points:
-Buterin challenges the current understanding of the Metaverse, stressing that it encompasses more than just VR.

- He advocates for the integration of VR, AR, cryptocurrencies, and AI to unlock the full potential of the Metaverse.

- Emphasizes the need to enhance Ethereum for greater convenience and security to achieve widespread adoption

At the BUIDL Asia conference in Seoul, Buterin expressed reservations about the Metaverse, questioning its current perception and marketing.
According to Buterin, the Metaverse should be conceptualized as a decentralized virtual realm, incorporating immersive social interactions, avatars, AR, and blockchain technology.
However, Buterin critiques the Metaverse's current portrayal, suggesting that it is often perceived as a brand rather than a tangible product.
He explains, "The Metaverse is a vaguely defined concept, often treated as a brand rather than a concrete product. It represents an abstract notion where individuals can engage and coexist within a virtual universe devoid of centralized ownership. While commonly associated with VR, the Metaverse's scope is broader, akin to a multifaceted ecosystem encompassing various digital realms."
Buterin underscores the importance of integrating cryptocurrency, VR, AR, and AI seamlessly to realize the Metaverse's true potential, advocating for a holistic approach to create a genuinely immersive and decentralized virtual environment.
Furthermore, Buterin discusses the significance of account abstraction in driving mainstream adoption, emphasizing the need to strike a balance between security and convenience. He acknowledges that Ethereum is actively working to enhance this aspect.
Buterin's critique serves as a reminder that the Metaverse's development is still nascent, requiring substantial efforts to fulfill its ambitious vision.
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#vitalicButerin Vitalik Buterin Advocates Airdrops as a Testbed for Blockchain Identity Frameworks Cryptocurrency projects heavily focus on incentivization to generate interest in their brand and products. Airdrops serve as a dual-purpose strategy, both introducing users to the project and rewarding them, effectively functioning as a combined marketing and reward system. There has been a good number of airdrops this year. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin highlighted the potential of airdrops as an initial use case for Zero-Knowledge (ZK) and blockchain-based identity, credential, and attestation frameworks. Buterin took to X on August 28th, wherein he outlined the core goals of airdrops, emphasizing the importance of targeting community members, rewarding contributions, and maintaining a balance between egalitarian distribution and resistance to exploitative farming tactics. Buterin argued that these objectives align closely with the properties that identity and credential frameworks aim to achieve. He suggests that using token issuance for airdrops presents an ideal opportunity to beta-test and refine these frameworks in a challenging environment, as detailed in his recent post on “plurality” principles. #TonSociety Buterin further went on to expand on the idea that giving tokens away for free isn’t the only effective approach. He suggests that discounted sales, where the reduced level is based on the degree of membership or contribution one can demonstrate, could be an equally viable method. {future}(DARUSDT) This approach not only helps distribute the token supply more broadly but also rewards non-financial contributors while ensuring participants have “skin in the game.” Buterin also pointed out that techniques used for airdrops can be applied to these discounted sales.
#vitalicButerin Vitalik Buterin Advocates Airdrops as a Testbed for Blockchain Identity Frameworks

Cryptocurrency projects heavily focus on incentivization to generate interest in their brand and products. Airdrops serve as a dual-purpose strategy, both introducing users to the project and rewarding them, effectively functioning as a combined marketing and reward system.

There has been a good number of airdrops this year. Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin highlighted the potential of airdrops as an initial use case for Zero-Knowledge (ZK) and blockchain-based identity, credential, and attestation frameworks.

Buterin took to X on August 28th, wherein he outlined the core goals of airdrops, emphasizing the importance of targeting community members, rewarding contributions, and maintaining a balance between egalitarian distribution and resistance to exploitative farming tactics.

Buterin argued that these objectives align closely with the properties that identity and credential frameworks aim to achieve. He suggests that using token issuance for airdrops presents an ideal opportunity to beta-test and refine these frameworks in a challenging environment, as detailed in his recent post on “plurality” principles.
#TonSociety
Buterin further went on to expand on the idea that giving tokens away for free isn’t the only effective approach. He suggests that discounted sales, where the reduced level is based on the degree of membership or contribution one can demonstrate, could be an equally viable method.


This approach not only helps distribute the token supply more broadly but also rewards non-financial contributors while ensuring participants have “skin in the game.” Buterin also pointed out that techniques used for airdrops can be applied to these discounted sales.
Ethereum Challenges and Competition… - Competition: Ethereum faces competition from other blockchains like Solana, Cardano, and Binance Smart Chain, which offer faster and cheaper alternatives. If Ethereum fails to maintain its competitive edge, this could limit its price growth. - Market Conditions: Macroeconomic factors such as interest rates, inflation, and global economic stability can influence the broader financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. A risk-off environment could delay any significant recovery in ETH prices. #EthereumETFApprovalExpectations #EthereumPower #ethereumetf #vitalicButerin #ETH $ETH {spot}(ETHUSDT)
Ethereum Challenges and Competition…

- Competition: Ethereum faces competition from other blockchains like Solana, Cardano, and Binance Smart Chain, which offer faster and cheaper alternatives. If Ethereum fails to maintain its competitive edge, this could limit its price growth.

- Market Conditions: Macroeconomic factors such as interest rates, inflation, and global economic stability can influence the broader financial markets, including cryptocurrencies. A risk-off environment could delay any significant recovery in ETH prices.
#EthereumETFApprovalExpectations #EthereumPower #ethereumetf #vitalicButerin #ETH $ETH
🚨Is Vitalik Buterin Headed to Jail? 🤔Unpacking the FUD Surrounding His Recent ETH Sales🚨Is Vitalik Buterin Headed to Jail? Unpacking the FUD Surrounding His Recent ETH Sales In recent weeks, rumors have swirled around Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, suggesting that his recent sale of ETH could be linked to impending legal action or regulatory scrutiny. These claims, however, largely stem from speculation, fear, uncertainty, and doubt (commonly referred to as FUD) rather than verifiable evidence. Let’s unpack the situation and separate fact from fiction. The ETH Sales: What Really Happened? In late 2023, it was reported that Buterin sold a significant amount of ETH, leading to market ripples and raising eyebrows. As one of Ethereum’s most visible figures, any move he makes within the crypto ecosystem is watched closely by both investors and regulators. But this wasn’t the first time Buterin had sold ETH. He has a history of periodically selling tokens, likely to manage personal finances or fund projects—something that many founders and developers in the crypto space do. But the timing of this sale, combined with growing regulatory scrutiny in the U.S. and abroad, caused some to question whether there was more going on beneath the surface. Was Buterin offloading ETH to prepare for legal challenges or enforcement actions? FUD vs. Reality: No Evidence of Legal Troubles The notion that Buterin is headed to jail, as suggested by some conspiracy-laden corners of the crypto community, is largely unsupported by any concrete evidence. There are no current reports of ongoing investigations into Buterin personally. However, it’s important to acknowledge the broader regulatory landscape, which has been intensifying. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), along with other regulators, has ramped up its focus on cryptocurrencies, especially with regard to securities laws and the classification of tokens. Ethereum itself has been scrutinized, as regulators attempt to determine whether it should be classified as a security under the Howey Test. But Ethereum's transition to Proof of Stake (PoS) and decentralization efforts have helped alleviate some concerns, and the SEC has not explicitly targeted Ethereum in the same way it has gone after other projects. Buterin’s ETH sales, by themselves, don’t suggest any wrongdoing. Founders and developers regularly sell portions of their holdings to cover operational expenses, taxes, or to diversify their portfolios. In fact, a sale of ETH by Buterin, particularly one that’s reported and transparent, is far from the clandestine behavior that would raise legal red flags. The Role of FUD in Crypto FUD is a common tactic in the crypto space, often used to manipulate markets, create doubt, or provoke emotional reactions from investors. The notion that Buterin is headed to jail falls squarely into this category. Crypto is a highly speculative market, and any perceived threat to a key figure like Buterin can have outsized impacts on the price of ETH and investor sentiment. It’s crucial for those in the crypto community to distinguish between legitimate concerns and baseless speculation designed to create panic. The fact that Buterin’s sale coincided with price fluctuations in ETH may have fueled the FUD further. However, volatility is a natural part of crypto markets, especially with assets like Ethereum, which sees regular market swings due to news, macroeconomic factors, and investor sentiment. Public Stance and Transparency Vitalik Buterin has consistently advocated for transparency in the crypto space. He regularly shares his views on Ethereum’s development, market trends, and even his personal financial decisions. Buterin’s decision to sell ETH was not hidden from the public, and it aligns with his long-standing behavior as a founder who holds a significant amount of the token. It’s also worth noting that Ethereum's broader mission involves moving toward greater decentralization. Buterin himself has expressed the desire to step back from being the “face” of Ethereum in the future, further pushing Ethereum toward a truly decentralized model, one less reliant on individual figures. Regulatory Climate: A Real Concern, But Not for Buterin While the FUD surrounding Buterin may not hold water, the broader crypto space is under increasing regulatory pressure. The collapse of high-profile companies like FTX, alongside numerous cases of fraud, has made regulators wary of the industry as a whole. Exchanges, DeFi platforms, and even certain token sales have come under intense scrutiny, and this is unlikely to change anytime soon. However, Ethereum’s position in the ecosystem is relatively secure compared to many smaller, more centralized projects. The network’s shift to PoS and its efforts to decentralize make it a harder target for regulators looking to clamp down on centralized players in the industry. For Buterin personally, there’s no indication that he’s in any legal jeopardy. Rumors of jail time are speculative at best, and likely the result of a misunderstanding of how regulatory bodies operate. It’s far more probable that Ethereum’s continued evolution will play a key role in shaping the broader regulatory landscape rather than succumbing to it. Conclusion: Separating Signal from Noise The rumors of Vitalik Buterin heading to jail are classic examples of FUD, rooted in fear and speculation rather than solid evidence. His ETH sales, while significant, follow a pattern of behavior that’s consistent with other founders and developers in the crypto space. There’s no indication of legal troubles on the horizon for Buterin. However, the growing regulatory pressure on the crypto industry remains a legitimate concern for projects across the board. While Ethereum and its co-founder are likely to face scrutiny in the future, particularly around issues of decentralization and securities law, the idea that Buterin himself is on the verge of incarceration is highly unlikely. As always, investors and participants in the crypto space should focus on verifiable facts rather than feeding into sensationalist narratives designed to stoke fear and uncertainty. Ethereum remains one of the most robust and innovative networks in the space, and Buterin’s continued leadership—transparent and forward-looking—shows no signs of disruption. #TelegramCEO #PowellAtJacksonHole #CryptoMarketMoves #BNBChainMemecoins #vitalicButerin

🚨Is Vitalik Buterin Headed to Jail? 🤔Unpacking the FUD Surrounding His Recent ETH Sales🚨

Is Vitalik Buterin Headed to Jail? Unpacking the FUD Surrounding His Recent ETH Sales
In recent weeks, rumors have swirled around Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, suggesting that his recent sale of ETH could be linked to impending legal action or regulatory scrutiny. These claims, however, largely stem from speculation, fear, uncertainty, and doubt (commonly referred to as FUD) rather than verifiable evidence. Let’s unpack the situation and separate fact from fiction.
The ETH Sales: What Really Happened?
In late 2023, it was reported that Buterin sold a significant amount of ETH, leading to market ripples and raising eyebrows. As one of Ethereum’s most visible figures, any move he makes within the crypto ecosystem is watched closely by both investors and regulators. But this wasn’t the first time Buterin had sold ETH. He has a history of periodically selling tokens, likely to manage personal finances or fund projects—something that many founders and developers in the crypto space do.
But the timing of this sale, combined with growing regulatory scrutiny in the U.S. and abroad, caused some to question whether there was more going on beneath the surface. Was Buterin offloading ETH to prepare for legal challenges or enforcement actions?
FUD vs. Reality: No Evidence of Legal Troubles
The notion that Buterin is headed to jail, as suggested by some conspiracy-laden corners of the crypto community, is largely unsupported by any concrete evidence. There are no current reports of ongoing investigations into Buterin personally. However, it’s important to acknowledge the broader regulatory landscape, which has been intensifying.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), along with other regulators, has ramped up its focus on cryptocurrencies, especially with regard to securities laws and the classification of tokens. Ethereum itself has been scrutinized, as regulators attempt to determine whether it should be classified as a security under the Howey Test. But Ethereum's transition to Proof of Stake (PoS) and decentralization efforts have helped alleviate some concerns, and the SEC has not explicitly targeted Ethereum in the same way it has gone after other projects.
Buterin’s ETH sales, by themselves, don’t suggest any wrongdoing. Founders and developers regularly sell portions of their holdings to cover operational expenses, taxes, or to diversify their portfolios. In fact, a sale of ETH by Buterin, particularly one that’s reported and transparent, is far from the clandestine behavior that would raise legal red flags.
The Role of FUD in Crypto
FUD is a common tactic in the crypto space, often used to manipulate markets, create doubt, or provoke emotional reactions from investors. The notion that Buterin is headed to jail falls squarely into this category. Crypto is a highly speculative market, and any perceived threat to a key figure like Buterin can have outsized impacts on the price of ETH and investor sentiment. It’s crucial for those in the crypto community to distinguish between legitimate concerns and baseless speculation designed to create panic.
The fact that Buterin’s sale coincided with price fluctuations in ETH may have fueled the FUD further. However, volatility is a natural part of crypto markets, especially with assets like Ethereum, which sees regular market swings due to news, macroeconomic factors, and investor sentiment.
Public Stance and Transparency
Vitalik Buterin has consistently advocated for transparency in the crypto space. He regularly shares his views on Ethereum’s development, market trends, and even his personal financial decisions. Buterin’s decision to sell ETH was not hidden from the public, and it aligns with his long-standing behavior as a founder who holds a significant amount of the token.
It’s also worth noting that Ethereum's broader mission involves moving toward greater decentralization. Buterin himself has expressed the desire to step back from being the “face” of Ethereum in the future, further pushing Ethereum toward a truly decentralized model, one less reliant on individual figures.
Regulatory Climate: A Real Concern, But Not for Buterin
While the FUD surrounding Buterin may not hold water, the broader crypto space is under increasing regulatory pressure. The collapse of high-profile companies like FTX, alongside numerous cases of fraud, has made regulators wary of the industry as a whole. Exchanges, DeFi platforms, and even certain token sales have come under intense scrutiny, and this is unlikely to change anytime soon.
However, Ethereum’s position in the ecosystem is relatively secure compared to many smaller, more centralized projects. The network’s shift to PoS and its efforts to decentralize make it a harder target for regulators looking to clamp down on centralized players in the industry.
For Buterin personally, there’s no indication that he’s in any legal jeopardy. Rumors of jail time are speculative at best, and likely the result of a misunderstanding of how regulatory bodies operate. It’s far more probable that Ethereum’s continued evolution will play a key role in shaping the broader regulatory landscape rather than succumbing to it.
Conclusion: Separating Signal from Noise
The rumors of Vitalik Buterin heading to jail are classic examples of FUD, rooted in fear and speculation rather than solid evidence. His ETH sales, while significant, follow a pattern of behavior that’s consistent with other founders and developers in the crypto space. There’s no indication of legal troubles on the horizon for Buterin.
However, the growing regulatory pressure on the crypto industry remains a legitimate concern for projects across the board. While Ethereum and its co-founder are likely to face scrutiny in the future, particularly around issues of decentralization and securities law, the idea that Buterin himself is on the verge of incarceration is highly unlikely.
As always, investors and participants in the crypto space should focus on verifiable facts rather than feeding into sensationalist narratives designed to stoke fear and uncertainty. Ethereum remains one of the most robust and innovative networks in the space, and Buterin’s continued leadership—transparent and forward-looking—shows no signs of disruption.
#TelegramCEO #PowellAtJacksonHole #CryptoMarketMoves #BNBChainMemecoins #vitalicButerin
Вот до чего дошел Виталик, что думаете? 🎞Фильм под названием “Vitalik: An Ethereum Story” был создан студией Optimist и состоит из пяти эпизодов, охватывающих ключевые моменты в истории Ethereum. 🎞Работа над фильмом велась более трёх лет, и средства на его создание были собраны через краудфандинговую кампанию на платформе Mirror в 2021 году. 🎞С 20 сентября фильм будет доступен на стриминговых сервисах, а билеты на ончейн-показ продаются в виде токенов #etherreum #vitalicButerin
Вот до чего дошел Виталик, что думаете?

🎞Фильм под названием “Vitalik: An Ethereum Story” был создан студией Optimist и состоит из пяти эпизодов, охватывающих ключевые моменты в истории Ethereum.

🎞Работа над фильмом велась более трёх лет, и средства на его создание были собраны через краудфандинговую кампанию на платформе Mirror в 2021 году.

🎞С 20 сентября фильм будет доступен на стриминговых сервисах, а билеты на ончейн-показ продаются в виде токенов
#etherreum #vitalicButerin
✨ Vitalik Buterin has donated half a million dollars to the Animal Protection Fund. He directed all the meme tokens he accumulated over the past year to charity. In total, the Ethereum founder transferred 200 ETH ($530,000). ✔️Buterin has repeatedly mentioned that memecoins could fill the niche of tokens used for charity. He believes it's now time to fund serious public projects. "It's 2024, we can start engaging in more serious public funding," Buterin wrote. #vitalicButerin #MarketDownturn #BinanceLaunchpoolTON
✨ Vitalik Buterin has donated half a million dollars to the Animal Protection Fund. He directed all the meme tokens he accumulated over the past year to charity.

In total, the Ethereum founder transferred 200 ETH ($530,000).

✔️Buterin has repeatedly mentioned that memecoins could fill the niche of tokens used for charity. He believes it's now time to fund serious public projects.

"It's 2024, we can start engaging in more serious public funding," Buterin wrote.

#vitalicButerin #MarketDownturn #BinanceLaunchpoolTON
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