Outlook on Future Development Directions of the Ethereum Foundation's New Leadership

After a one-year transition period, the Ethereum Foundation (EF) announced that Aya Miyagotchi has officially been appointed as the chair of the foundation. Miyagotchi subsequently published a detailed article outlining her vision for the future planning of EF. The following are the main points of the article:

Miyagotchi first indicated that she will step down from her role as Executive Director to assume the position of Chair of the Foundation. This new role will enable her to continue supporting EF's institutional relations and to disseminate the Foundation's vision and culture more broadly.

She emphasized that the true value of Ethereum lies in the fact that it belongs to everyone and not to any specific individual or organization. The role of the EF is not to control or own all aspects of Ethereum, but to uphold its core values. The foundation is committed to discovering and balancing the development of various levels within the Ethereum ecosystem, ensuring its resilience as a broader ecosystem of people, ideas, and values.

Miyagotchi proposed the concept of "subtractive design", which is not just simple minimalism, but a result-oriented way of thinking. It aims to create a less imbalanced and less centralized pattern to uphold the core values of Ethereum.

The article also enumerates how EF influences the development and infrastructure of Ethereum through concrete actions, including managing core development meetings, advocating for client diversity, and supporting research interoperability. Miyagotchi specifically mentioned events such as Devcon and Devconnect, which reflect the essence of Ethereum as an independent yet interconnected community network.

Regarding the future development of the EF, Miyagotchi emphasizes that the foundation must evolve continuously like Ethereum itself, but avoid developing like traditional companies. The goal of the EF is not to ensure its own "victory", but to ensure that Ethereum achieves long-term success while adhering to its core values.

Miyagotchi reflected on the ecosystem growth she has witnessed during her seven years with the EF, comparing Ethereum to an "infinite garden" that becomes stronger due to its biodiversity. She emphasized that what makes Ethereum unique is its true resilience, which is rooted in its core values.

Finally, Miyagotchi stated that she will continue to nurture the unique culture of Ethereum in her new role and work to bridge the gap between Ethereum and the broader global community. She expressed gratitude to everyone who has supported and encouraged her over the past seven years and called for continued collaboration in this "infinite garden."