The Protocol: Ethereum community debates foundation’s new mandate document

The Ethereum Foundation’s recently released mandate document, intended to clarify the organization’s role and principles, has sparked significant debate within the Ethereum community. Supporters praise the document as a long-overdue articulation of the blockchain's ethos, while critics argue it reinforces a hands-off approach when stronger leadership is needed to address institutional demands. The document emphasizes the foundation’s role as a neutral steward, maintaining Ethereum as a decentralized infrastructure. Discussions center on whether the mandate adequately addresses practical business development concerns and competition for real-world adoption. Other topics covered include World’s AgentKit for verifying AI agent identities, Visa and Coinbase’s approaches to AI agents, AI’s impact on prediction markets, and updates from Mastercard, GSR, and regulatory bodies like the SEC and CFTC.

(Source：CoinDesk)