Last mentioned: Feb 24, 2026
Major Funding Round
A transaction of 10,723 ETH is executed, realizing $21.74 million for ecosystem growth.
Initial Liquidation
Buterin sells 1,694 ETH over two days, totaling $3.3 million.
Strategy Announcement
Vitalik Buterin communicates a multi-million dollar divestment plan to the community.
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has executed a series of strategic ETH sales totaling over $25 million in February to fund ecosystem development. These transactions, tracked by Onchain Lens, align with Buterin's pre-announced plan to provide direct financial support for the blockchain's ongoing evolution and research initiatives.
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| What you see | What it tells you |
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