The Ethereum Foundation is undergoing a major restructuring: reducing its workforce by 20%.
The Ethereum Foundation (EF) has officially completed a multi-month reorganization aimed at optimizing internal processes and treasury management. Under the new management model, the foundation has transitioned to a cluster structure comprising five key areas: Protocol Layer, Access Layer, User Layer, Community Layer, and Institutional Layer. Additionally, operational and management support blocks have been allocated.
The most resonant outcome of the restructuring is the workforce reduction: the EF parted ways with 54 employees, representing approximately 20% of the total team size. The foundation offered laid-off specialists severance pay calculated at a minimum of one month's salary per year of service or the local statutory minimum, along with assistance in finding a new role within the Ethereum ecosystem and a small grant for related expenses.
It is important to emphasize that this reorganization is not a sign of crisis or lack of funds. On the contrary, it is a strategic step aimed at increasing efficiency and focusing on key network development tasks. The Ethereum Foundation demonstrates a mature approach to management, adapting its structure to current challenges and the long-term goals of the ecosystem.
My analysis: Such a restructuring is a logical step for a mature organization managing one of the largest blockchain projects. A 20% workforce reduction may be painful in the short term, but in the long term, it is a sign of professionalism and readiness for new stages of development. Importantly, the EF is not simply laying people off but offering them support and the opportunity to remain in the ecosystem, which strengthens the foundation's reputation as a responsible player.