Developer Concerns Rise Over Paradigm’s Growing Influence on Ethereum

Ethereum’s decentralized ethos is under scrutiny as concerns mount over the increasing influence of venture firms like Paradigm. Noted developer Federico Carrone warns that these profit-driven entities could pose a significant risk to Ethereum’s future, potentially undermining its core principles of decentralization and community control. With Paradigm investing heavily in both open-source projects and startups, questions arise about finding a balance between this institutional support and the network’s long-term vision.