Ethereum Co-Founder Vitalik Buterin’s Quirky Moment Sparks debate
A video of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has gone viral, causing quite a stir in the crypto community. The footage shows Buterin kneeling before a robot and making a “meow” sound. This unusual behavior has divided opinions on X.com, with some calling it “sad” and others using harsher language.
While some crypto enthusiasts see this as a reason to be “bullish” about Ethereum’s future, others have turned it into a meme, even creating Studio Ghibli-style edits. Despite the buzz, many users simply scrolled past the video.
Ethereum’s price has been struggling lately. As of now, Ether has dropped nearly 55% as hitting $4,000 in December 2024. It’s currently trading at $1,833, down over 8% in the past week. Source: CoinGecko
Some crypto figures are more concerned about Ether’s price than Buterin’s quirky behavior. When Buterin tried to discuss funding public goods, he faced harsh criticism from the community.
Buterin is known for his eccentric personality. A recent Bloomberg feature described him as “monkish.” Though, his actions sometimes invite scrutiny. For instance, rapper Iggy Azalea criticized him for singing at TOKEN2049 in Singapore.
Buterin’s political stance is unclear, which is refreshing in today’s polarized crypto world. He has spoken against former SEC chair Gary Gensler and warned against “large-scale political coins,” possibly criticizing Trump’s crypto policies.
With Ethereum’s uncertain future and Buterin’s actions fueling speculation, it remains to be seen whether his unique approach will shape the platform’s path forward.
