Philanthropic Efforts Continue: Ethereum Co-founder Supports Local Zoo with Significant Donation
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Vitalik Buterin To Adopt Viral Hippo Moo Deng, Donates $300K To The Zoo
In a heartwarming gesture, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has announced that he will be adopting the viral pygmy hippo, Moo Deng, when she grows up. Alongside this adoption decision, Buterin is also donating 10 million Thai baht ($300,000) to the Khao Kheow Open Zoo near Bangkok where the five-month-old hippo currently resides.
Buterin shared his intentions on an X post Thursday, stating that he will make two donations of 5,000,000 THB. The first donation is set to be made on December 26. These generous contributions are intended for upgrading general zoo operations and creating a dedicated pygmy hippo habitat within the premises.
Moo Deng’s rise to fame can be attributed to her endearing nature, which has captured the hearts of many online users. In fact, a memecoin inspired by her, MOODENG on Solana, gained immense popularity and hit a market capitalization of above $600 million in November after securing listings on Binance and Coinbase.
This donation from Buterin is not only a testament to his compassion but also highlights the significance he places on contributing positively to society. It’s worth noting that Buterin has been known for his philanthropic efforts in the past, and this gesture is likely to have a profound impact on the zoo and its operations.
The Khao Kheow Open Zoo will undoubtedly be grateful for Buterin’s generosity and will use these funds to improve their facilities and provide better care to all animals within their premises.
Source: coinpedia.org
