Bitcoin has proven itself to be a completely autonomous, independent entity that is totally detached from its creator. It is the first truly decentralized global financial protocol in human history.
Ethereum, on the other hand, is in a transition from being led by a genius to community governance. It still relies on Vitalik's guidance, but its governance structure is maturing rapidly.
If Vitalik were to step back now, Ethereum would experience some wild volatility, but it's highly likely it would continue to exist—though it would face a painful transition from being "vision-driven" to "fully community-driven."
Think of it this way: if we compare them to cities, Bitcoin is like an ancient city with laws etched in stone; even if the planners leave, it keeps running smoothly;
whereas Ethereum is a massive future city under construction, with its blueprint already drawn, but still needing a chief architect to ensure the expansion stays on track. $ETH
Ethereum, on the other hand, is in a transition from being led by a genius to community governance. It still relies on Vitalik's guidance, but its governance structure is maturing rapidly.
If Vitalik were to step back now, Ethereum would experience some wild volatility, but it's highly likely it would continue to exist—though it would face a painful transition from being "vision-driven" to "fully community-driven."
Think of it this way: if we compare them to cities, Bitcoin is like an ancient city with laws etched in stone; even if the planners leave, it keeps running smoothly;
whereas Ethereum is a massive future city under construction, with its blueprint already drawn, but still needing a chief architect to ensure the expansion stays on track. $ETH