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1,169 reviews, 99% of them positive; 32.9K WHUF vouched for them by 45 people.99% positive · 1,169 reviews· 32.9K WHUF vouched· Influence factor 497, above 100% of accountsThe record
From 455 activities · Apr 2026Co-founder of Ethereum who built the foundation for smart contracts, DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 innovation. Known for unwavering long-term vision, humility, and commitment to decentralization and privacy—staying focused on building rather than hype while shaping the industry's technical and philosophical direction. Respected for integrity, transparency, and consistent dedication to the ecosystem despite market volatility and occasional unconventional behavior.
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11920x1196...5b8539d ago10K WHUF“The most credible man in all of crypto”
11920x9e2e...A2cb34d ago4.3K WHUF“ETH founder”



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and 42 more“Would let him run the World Computer again.”While decentralized networks technically don't have CEOs, if Ethereum had to have one, there is nobody better than Vitalik. Where else do you find an executive whose corporate uniform is a cat bag, mismatched pajama pants, and worn-out socks, yet who casually writes 10,000-word treatises on mechanism design, cryptographic proofs, and public goods funding before breakfast? Unlike typical tech executives obsessed with quarterly pump cycles, Vitalik has remained genuinely grounded, intellectually fearless, and deeply committed to open-source decentralization. He survived the World of Warcraft warlock nerf, gifted us programmable smart contracts, and gave crypto a brain.
🫎 Scaply .ink .sand · 1403· 23d ago4
🫎 Scaply .ink .sand · 1403· 23d ago4“Vitalik Buterin: A Thoughtful Architect Behind Ethereum”From my perspective, Vitalik Buterin stands out in crypto for his consistency and clarity of thinking rather than personal branding or hype. As the co-founder of Ethereum, his influence is less about promotion and more about long-term protocol design, research, and values. What I find notable is his willingness to openly discuss trade-offs around scalability, decentralization, and security instead of oversampling them. This has helped Ethereum evolve through upgrades while maintaining credibility with developers and researchers. While his approach can feel academic and slow to some, it reflects a preference for sustainable progress over shortcuts. Overall, Vitalik’s role feels less like a typical founder and more like a steward focused on Ethereum’s long-term health.
Luffy | base.eth | ETHGas ⛽ · 1219· 9mo ago15
Luffy | base.eth | ETHGas ⛽ · 1219· 9mo ago15“eth value”in recent time vitalik has made eth gas bearable running faster transactions
Yemi 🟢 ♻️ 💚 · 1369· 1y ago13
Yemi 🟢 ♻️ 💚 · 1369· 1y ago13“Legend”Vitamin is one of the smartest person in the world creator of ETH my favorite chain
ZionNFT 🏛️ · 1240· 1y ago23
ZionNFT 🏛️ · 1240· 1y ago23“eth father”Looking at Vitalik Buterin's X account, we see that as a co-founder of Ethereum, he is a highly active and influential figure in the crypto world. His posts typically focus on Ethereum’s technical developments, blockchain philosophy, privacy technologies, and decentralization. Recently, posts about simplifying Ethereum’s protocol and aligning it with Bitcoin’s simplicity have stood out. For instance, on May 3, 2025, he discussed the advantages of Bitcoin’s simplicity and outlined a plan to bring Ethereum to a similar level of simplicity within five years. He also emphasizes privacy technologies, particularly zero-knowledge proofs, arguing that protecting user data is the “real alpha” in the crypto space. Beyond technical content, Buterin’s account also reflects his interactions with the Ethereum community and critiques of the social media environment. For example, in a post 4 hours ago, he sharply stated that he personally selects the Ethereum Foundation’s (EF) leadership team and criticized the toxic social media environment as harmful to skilled developers. This highlights his active role in both technical and community leadership. Overall, Buterin’s X account is a primary source for those wanting to follow innovations in the crypto space, Ethereum’s future, and his vision. However, the posts can be highly technical, so some may find them complex without a foundational understanding of crypto and blockchain. zero-knowledge proofs blockchain scalability
Yusuf Cenan · 1286· 1y ago42
Yusuf Cenan · 1286· 1y ago42“Vitalik — A Quiet Force of Change”When I think of Vitalik Buterin, I don’t see a celebrity or a distant figure. I see someone who changed how I look at technology and trust. For me, Ethereum is not only a network. It is a signal that people can work together without permission from the old systems. Vitalik made that possible. He turned an idea into reality, and through that reality, millions of people discovered new freedom. What inspires me most is his way of being. He doesn’t shout, he doesn’t push for attention. His voice is soft, sometimes hesitant, but it carries honesty. That honesty builds more trust than the loudest promises. I admire his courage to admit doubt. In a world full of people who claim to know everything, Vitalik shows that real strength is in curiosity. He reminds me that asking questions can be more powerful than giving answers. For me, Vitalik is not just a developer. He is a reminder that technology should serve people, not the other way around. He shows that progress is not only about faster machines or smarter code, but about fairness, hope, and shared responsibility. I feel grateful that someone with his vision and patience chose to dedicate himself to this path. He is proof that one thoughtful person can shift the direction of an entire industry — and maybe even of the future itself.
Den Bond · 1348· 1y ago14
Den Bond · 1348· 1y ago14“GODFATHER”
NOTHING · 1329· 1y ago14
NOTHING · 1329· 1y ago14“Genius”Distinguishing both as a founder and an individual. Given Vitalik's behavior and speeches, someone might consider him to be eccentric but not many can anticipate the extent of knowledge and accountability that lie with him. A real genius for the field. It would be intriguing to speak with him directly and gain insight into how he approaches things; I'm certain the breadth of knowledge that he holds is something more than the majority are capable of learning within a lifetime.
zero.satoshi · 1288· 1y ago12
zero.satoshi · 1288· 1y ago12“Co-founder of Ethereum”He is a programmer and visionary responsible for the leading blockchain platform ethereum known for its smart contract functionality. He is not only a vocal advocate for privacy, decentralisation and scaling solutions like zero-knowledge (ZK) tech, he is also a philanthropist who has donations millions to charity.
zeeztewo · 1325· 1y ago12
zeeztewo · 1325· 1y ago12
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