Danny Ryan, Key Figure in Ethereum’s Shift to Proof-of-Stake, Resigns – What’s Going On?
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Danny Ryan, a prominent researcher at the Ethereum Foundation, has announced his resignation after seven years of work within the Ethereum ecosystem.
Ryan played a pivotal role in Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake consensus system, most notably during “The Merge,” which marked the blockchain’s shift away from proof-of-work.
Ryan cited personal reasons for his departure, emphasizing that his decision is not a critique of Ethereum or the broader cryptocurrency space.
In a post shared on GitHub, he explained his choice to step away, noting that being a leader within Ethereum has been an intense and all-encompassing experience.
“Being at one of the many helms that is the complex ship of Ethereum is an all-consuming experience, and although one of the greatest experiences of my life, it is one that I’m ready to relinquish, making space for other things,” he wrote.
Reflecting on his time at Ethereum, Ryan recalled joining the project as “a random person from the internet” and quickly finding a place where he could contribute meaningfully.
“Ethereum R&D is in good hands. There is a profound depth of experience and leadership across the dozens of teams involved,” he added, ensuring the community about the future direction of Ethereum’s development.
“And, although the protocol still has some work in store, the problems are solvable with a bit of time and effort.”
Over the years, he played a crucial role in the launch of Ethereum’s Beacon Chain in 2021 and was actively involved in providing updates on Ethereum Improvement Proposals
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