[Vitalik Buterin’s Ethereum announcement causes a stir on X]
Vitalik Buterin's recent comments have sparked quite a reaction. The Ethereum co-founder spoke about free speech on Ethereum, but faced strong backlash from ordinary users who said they were being treated unfairly for criticizing Ethereum KOLs.
The comments sparked widespread condemnation from the community. Many users have shared their negative experiences interacting with Ethereum influencers, highlighting the gulf between Buterin’s ideals and the reality of censorship.
One user questioned, "Have they discussed the ETH/BTC chart?" This implies that meaningful discussions are often avoided. Another user shared his experience, "I was blocked by almost every Ethereum KOL because they didn't like my criticism." This shows the huge gap between Buterin's vision and the actual situation.
Comments poured in criticizing the pervasive culture of censorship and manipulation within the Ethereum community. One user pointed out that this problem of suppressing dissent is prevalent throughout the Web3 industry, not just Ethereum.
Some users recall that when Ethereum fees were high, anyone who criticized it would be blocked by influential figures. These users' attempts to participate in critical discussions of Ethereum issues have been repeatedly frustrated, showing that the Ethereum community may not be as open and friendly as Vitalik Buterin portrays.
However, this may not be a big problem. Like other crypto communities, the Ethereum community is inherently open, allowing anyone to express their opinions in public forums like X, Warpcast, and others. You can also choose to mute if you disagree with their point of view.
