Key facts
- Ethereum Foundation co-executive director Hsiao-Wei Wang has resigned.
- Wang's departure follows that of co-executive director Tomasz Stańczak.
- The foundation has seen numerous staff departures this year, reportedly around 19.
- Community scrutiny is focused on the foundation's governance, priorities, and strategy.
- Vitalik Buterin stated the foundation is not Ethereum's central governing body.
The Ethereum Foundation is facing renewed debate over its leadership and direction following the resignation of co-executive director Hsiao-Wei Wang. Wang announced her departure after a sabbatical, stating that Ethereum is larger than any single role or organization. Her exit adds to a growing list of senior staff changes within the foundation this year, with reports indicating approximately 19 layoffs and departures.