Ethereum Foundation Launches EF Silviculture Society for Core Value Protection
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has established the EF Silviculture Society, a group of external advisors focused on maintaining Ethereum's core principles, including open-source collaboration, privacy, security, and censorship resistance.
- The society aims to provide informal guidance to preserve Ethereum’s integrity amid its expansion.
- As Ethereum's adoption rises, security and ethical oversight have become critical.
- The society will collaborate with stakeholders to enhance best practices and address vulnerabilities.
Leadership Changes in Ethereum
Significant restructuring is occurring within EF's leadership, as noted by co-founder Vitalik Buterin. This process has been ongoing for nearly a year, aiming to:
- Address conflict-of-interest allegations and community discord.
- Enhance technical expertise and communication within the broader ecosystem.
Pectra Upgrade Update
The Ethereum Foundation is advancing its Pectra upgrade, designed to improve efficiency and user experience. Key updates include:
- Audit of Pectra's system contracts completed, with significant issues resolved.
- Pectra deployed on Holesky testnet, but faced finalization challenges.
- Investigation into issues underway; next deployment on Sepolia testnet is scheduled for March 5, 2025.