Summary: Why was the Ethereum developer detained in Turkey? The developer was detained over allegations of facilitating the “misuse” of the Ethereum blockchain network. He denies these claims and says all his work is transparent and compliant with regulations. The case raises concerns about how developer liability could impact blockchain projects like Shibarium and SHIB holders. Turkish authorities have detained a prominent Ethereum developer who goes by the pseudonym “Fede’s Intern” on social media, accusing him of facilitating the “misuse” of the Ethereum blockchain network
source: https://news.shib.io/2025/08/11/ethereum-developer-detained-in-turkey-what-it-could-mean-for-shib/