TechFlow news — On December 26, according to official information, Vitalik Buterin donated 10 million Thai baht (approximately $292,200) through the wildlife sponsorship program at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand, supporting the baby hippo Moo Deng and her family. The donation will be made in two installments, with the first completed on December 26, 2024, and the second scheduled within one year, with the exact timing announced later.
Vitalik expressed his commitment to animal welfare and educational initiatives, looking forward to collaborating with the zoo community to advance its development and improvement programs. This donation will fund a dedicated exhibit for Moo Deng and highlights the success of Ethereum community events in Thailand, particularly the Devcon SEA conference held in Bangkok. He hopes this contribution will strengthen friendship with Thailand and support the local community.
