Ethereum's Co-Founder Emphasizes Decentralization and Independence
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 02 2026- Vision Reaffirmation: Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin reiterated the network's core goals in a New Year message, emphasizing the need to enhance transaction capacity and usability by 2025 to ensure its role as a 'world computer'.
- Technological Advancements: By 2025, Ethereum is expected to significantly improve transaction speed and reliability while reducing processing delays, making node operation more accessible, thereby strengthening its infrastructural resilience and scalability.
- Importance of Decentralization: Buterin highlighted that maintaining decentralization is crucial for supporting millions of users, stressing that applications should continue to function without their developers to ensure consistent user experience.
- Resisting Short-Term Trends: He warned that deviating from Ethereum's core mission to chase short-lived popular trends could undermine its long-term development, urging the network to adhere to its foundational objectives to redefine enduring standards in technology and human collaboration.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
