2025-12-31 09:25:00

Shaw's recent movements have rekindled memories of that period last year. Looking back a year ago, it was the peak of the AI16z ecosystem.

Shaw initially gained industry recognition as a dedicated developer, but as capital accumulated, his focus gradually shifted to social and business activities, with a noticeable decline in on-chain development efforts. Projects he was involved in, such as $degenai, also lacked sustained operation as a result.

Surprisingly, Shaw recently announced a restart plan. Some people worry that this is just a scheme to cut leeks, but based on the actual situation, this judgment might be overly pessimistic. The founder's return often signifies a renewed commitment to the project, especially after experiencing a downturn. If it were truly for short-term gains, returning at this point would be even riskier. Whether this comeback can inject new vitality into the AI16z ecosystem remains to be seen.

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LiquidityWitch

· 7h ago

Shaw is back again? Honestly, I don't quite understand his moves this time—dig a hole and then fill it? --- Whether to cut the leeks or not will be known later, let's just wait and see. --- The developer turns into a businessman and then back to a developer—I've seen this routine many times haha. --- I was quite期待 about degenai back then, but... never mind, not gonna mention it. --- If he's truly serious about returning, he should let the code speak, not just blow hot air on social media every day. --- Just come back if you want, I already sold everything long ago, just watching the show. --- I'm a bit curious whether he's genuinely turning over a new leaf this time or just planning to cut another wave—let the bullets fly for a while.

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BearMarketSurvivor

· 16h ago

Alright, Shaw's move is indeed interesting, but developers turning into businessmen and then going back—I've heard plenty of tricks like that. No, really? He said restart and just restart? We'll see how he acts next. Whether it's a rug pull or not, on-chain data will tell the story—don't just listen to words.

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NotSatoshi

· 16h ago

Shaw's recent moves are indeed a bit confusing, from a hardcore developer to a social influencer, and now returning again? It feels like he's playing a script. Cutting leeks? Not really. Doing this at this time would be too risky. It's better to see it as a genuine second venture. Let's wait and see. Anyway, the AI16z ecosystem needs some new things.

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MEVHunterBearish

· 16h ago

Shaw's recent move definitely has a bit of a comeback vibe, but I'm more concerned about whether he can truly settle down and focus on coding... The last time with $degenai is still fresh in my mind.

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zkNoob

· 16h ago

What kind of tricks is Shaw up to now? The original developer's appearance is long gone. The capitalist turning into a social butterfly, and then and these projects just lie dormant... sounds very familiar. Whether to cut the leeks or not can be seen by whether the operation can really be executed later; anyone can shout slogans. If this restart ends in failure again, no one will believe it anymore. Can AI16z be saved? Honestly, I’m not very optimistic. Another old trick of "I'm back," just wait and see the joke. Shaw suddenly turning to become a philanthropist, huh? But it’s indeed more sincere than just running away. The restart plan... just listen, let the data do the talking.

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ServantOfSatoshi

· 16h ago

Shaw's move this time is just the old routine again... It sounds nice to call it a "renewed commitment," but I still feel the same old vibe. Whether it's about harvesting or not, we'll see in the follow-up. Anyway, I have some reservations.

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PumpAnalyst

· 16h ago

Being bearish is one thing, but Shaw's recent move definitely has some substance. After breaking below all support levels earlier and now rebounding... Wait, is this guy really going to do something or is it just another round of chopping the chives? Technical analysis doesn't lie, brother.

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