Overview
- The Solana co-founder warned that a protocol that stops adapting to developer and user needs will die, urging continuous iteration.
- He said future versions should be driven by a wider set of contributors rather than Anza, Solana Labs, or Foundation Development.
- He floated governance via SIMD votes and allocation of network fees to fund development resources, with AI potentially aiding work on the codebase.
- He argued upgrades should focus on real developer and user problems, with most proposals rejected to preserve clarity and safety.
- Coverage pairs his stance with Vitalik Buterin’s walkaway vision for Ethereum, and notes no formal protocol changes, votes, or funding decisions have been announced.