ethereum
* Ethereum price surges 21% on optimism for US spot ETF approval. * Tension in Ethereum community over decentralization progress and token incentives. * Top developers clash over MEV practice, sparking heated debate on social media. * Conflict-of-interest accusations arise as Ethereum Foundation devs accept roles at EigenLayer. * Consensus conference in Austin next week
blockchains
Heroglyphs is a new protocol developed by OGs like 0xMaki, the anon co-founder of Sushiswap, that aims to address the centralization issue faced by Ethereum and other major blockchains. While Ethereum's shift to Proof of Stake brought improvements, it also raised concerns about consolidation of validation power and
approval
Crypto wallet developer Exodus Movement has received approval to list its common stock, with ticker EXOD, on the NYSE American. Trading will begin on May 9. The move is expected to increase the company's presence within the investor community and enhance liquidity. Previously listed on the OTCQX market,
airdrop
LayerZero co-founder Bryan Pellegrino has confirmed that employees of LayerZero Labs will not be eligible for the project's upcoming airdrop and are strictly prohibited from claiming its tokens. Pellegrino stated that every employee is 100% restricted from claiming the tokens and that it would be considered a fireable