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Ethereum (ETH) network faces centralization concerns as relayers decline to four
The Ethereum blockchain faces centralization concerns following Blocknative’s move to suspend the MEV-boost relay on September 26. Relayers batch and broadcast transactions on the Ether network to guarantee efficient and timely processing. Blocknative’s exit translated to the relayer sector becoming more concentrated. Ethereum had only four relayers at this publication. Blocknative confirmed that it discontinued its MEV-boost relay due to faded profitability. The remaining relayers (four) offer their services without fees, making this Ether infrastructure sector nonprofit to operators. Ethereum’s migration to ... (full story)