Ethereum and Base abandon shared wallet standard after prolonged negotiations
In a surprising turn of events, the two leading blockchain platforms, Ethereum and Base, have decided to discontinue their joint effort to create a unified wallet standard after months of intense discussions and technical workshops. The decision marks a significant shift in the way developers, wallet providers, and end‑users will have to handle transactions that span both ecosystems.
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Sept. 16, 2026, 8:07 a.m.