The Shiba Inu ecosystem recently announced a partnership with Shiro Neko (SHIRO), a cat-themed memecoin on the Ethereum blockchain. This collaboration introduces a dual-staking mechanism set to launch on December 2. The initiative allows users to stake SHIB tokens to earn SHIRO and vice versa, creating new opportunities for holders of both cryptocurrencies. The partnership has sparked interest due to its potential to enhance engagement within both communities. Shiba Inu’s Lead Developer Denies Involvement Following the announcement, concerns were raised by some community members regarding the legitimacy of the Shiro Neko project. Questions about transparency led Shytoshi Kusama, Shiba Inu’s lead developer, to address the issue. In response to a comment implying potential issues with the collaboration, Kusama clarified that he is not involved with Shiro Neko and requested that his name not be associated with the project. Dont @ me. I am not involved with Shiro. Tanks bunches. — Shytoshi Kusama (@ShytoshiKusama) November 28, 2024 Past Concerns About Shiro Neko Resurface Community concerns about Shiro Neko are not new. Last month, Susbarium, a community-managed scam awareness channel linked to Shiba Inu , warned the Shiba Inu community about the project. This warning came after Shiro Neko conducted a significant token burn, destroying 5.58 billion SHIB in a single transaction. Following the burn, Shiro Neko’s team sought a formal relationship with Shiba Inu, sparking skepticism about its motives. We are on twitter, follow us to connect with us :- @TimesTabloid1 — TimesTabloid (@TimesTabloid1) July 15, 2023 Susbarium advised the community to be cautious, highlighting that projects using large token burns as promotional tactics should be carefully evaluated. Although the channel did not label Shiro Neko a scam, it recommended investors conduct thorough research before engaging with the token. Mixed Reactions from the Community While some community members view the dual-staking initiative as an innovative way to increase the asset’s utility, others remain wary due to the concerns raised. The timing of the partnership, given past warnings, has led to further scrutiny. Despite this, the collaboration is moving forward, with supporters hopeful it will contribute to the growth of both ecosystems. As the dual-staking launch date approaches, investors are urged to remain cautious and informed. Conducting due diligence remains crucial in ensuring safe participation in cryptocurrency investment. Disclaimer : This content is meant to inform and should not be considered financial advice. The views expressed in this article may include the author’s personal opinions and do not represent Times Tabloid’s opinion. Readers are urged to do in-depth research before making any investment decisions. Any action taken by the reader is strictly at their own risk. Times Tabloid is not responsible for any financial losses. Follow us on Twitter , Facebook , Telegram , and Google News The post Shiba Inu Lead Dev Distances Himself From This Memecoin Partnership With SHIB appeared first on Times Tabloid .
