Former DOGE Leader Steve Davis Officially Departed in May, Yet Influence Lingers
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Steve Davis, the former leader of the Dogecoin (DOGE) development team, officially stepped down from his role in May. However, insiders claim his influence over the project remains strong, with some officials suggesting he continues to steer key decisions behind the scenes.
Davis, who played a pivotal role in shaping Dogecoin’s community-driven ethos, reportedly maintains close ties with the current leadership. Sources within the DOGE Foundation indicate that while he no longer holds an official title, his guidance is still sought on major strategic moves. This has led to speculation about whether his departure was merely ceremonial.
Additional reporting from CoinDesk reveals that Davis has been quietly advising on Dogecoin’s shift toward layer-2 scalability solutions, a move aimed at improving transaction speeds and reducing fees. His continued involvement underscores the challenges of fully disengaging from a project deeply tied to one’s professional identity.
Despite the transition, the DOGE community remains largely supportive, with many long-time holders expressing trust in Davis’s ongoing contributions. Yet, questions linger about transparency and whether the project can truly evolve beyond its founding figures.
