🚨Breaking News!🚨 Neel Somani, the head honcho of Ethereum layer 2 blockchain project Eclipse, is temporarily stepping back from his role amidst allegations of sexual misconduct. 😲
Somani, who has been vocal about his innocence, addressed the allegations on May 9th. He stated, "Serious allegations have been made against me on Twitter in the last week. These allegations are false." He further emphasized the gravity of the situation and the need for a thorough investigation. 🕵️♂️
In the meantime, he's decided to step back from his public-facing role at Eclipse. He's confident that the senior leadership can handle the responsibilities in his absence. "While I work to clear my name and defend myself, it isn't fair for the team at Eclipse, our investors, or our ecosystem of developers to have this situation weighing on their reputations," he said. 🙇♂️
Eclipse has responded to the situation, affirming its support for a thorough investigation and its dedication to transparency and accountability. The company remains committed to its mission to bridge the gap between Ethereum and Solana and build a high-performing blockchain for the future of the crypto industry. 🚀
Despite the controversy, Eclipse recently announced a successful Series A funding round, raising $50 million ahead of its mainnet debut. The funding round, co-led by Placeholder and Hack VC, brought the total amount raised by the company to $65 million. 💰
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story! 📰