Ethereum Foundation's 5-year infrastructure contract with Argot Collective ends

The Ethereum Foundation has announced the expiration of its five-year contract with Argot Collective, an organization focused on developing Ethereum's core infrastructure. The foundation explained that the agreement was centered on the neutral and independent development and maintenance of the network's infrastructure. As the final step of the contract, 4,938 stETH will be transferred to Argot Collective's multi-sig wallet. These funds are scheduled to be unlocked in stages on July 1, 2026, and in January 2027.