The Ethereum ($ETH )Foundation has announced a restructuring of its research and development division, leading to staff layoffs and a strategic shift. The Protocol Research & Development (PR&D) team has been renamed the "Protocol" team, focusing on core Ethereum development.
Key Priorities:
1. Scaling Ethereum’s Base Layer (L1) for higher transaction capacity.
2. Expanding Blobspace to improve data availability for Layer 2 solutions.
3. Enhancing User Experience (UX) to boost adoption.
Leadership for these priorities has been assigned to experienced team members.
Community Response:
Reactions are mixed. Some see the move as necessary for decentralization, while others worry about losing expertise and potential delays in solving technical issues. The Foundation reassures ongoing support through funding and grants and encourages other projects to consider hiring affected staff.
This restructuring highlights Ethereum’s need for adaptability and collaboration as it evolves.
