An Ethereum developer known as “Fede’s Intern” has been detained in Izmir, Turkey, following accusations that he played a role in network misuse. Authorities claim Fede assisted individuals in abusing the Ethereum network. However, he denies these allegations, asserting his work focuses on blockchain infrastructure development and insists he is innocent. This arrest coincides with Turkey’s ongoing efforts to regulate cryptocurrencies, introducing strict licensing rules and transaction limits. The case has drawn attention from members of the Ethereum community and experts, who raise concerns about its potential impact on blockchain innovation and the future of digital finance in Turkey.