The original blockchain of the Ethereum network, which split in 2016 to recover assets lost in a $60 million breach, is known as Ethereum Classic. Supporters of Ethereum Classic have adhered to the old network, claiming that the 2016 fork constituted a violation of the idea of "unstoppable" programming. However, the communities are currently working out their disagreements.
Collaboration with Ethereum, according to some, such as Ethereum Classic Cooperate employee Yaz Khoury, might bring in fresh recruits: Ethereum will switch from a miner-based Proof of Work method to a Proof of Stake mechanism that uses less energy. Hundreds of Ethereum miners may be turned off by this, believing it would harm their company.