X @Polkadot

Leadership & Strategy - Gavin Wood returns as CEO of Parity Technologies to lead Polkadot's next rollout phase, driven by market readiness and Polkadot 2.0 [4] - Wood emphasizes that protocols should be independent of individual figures, advocating for decentralized decision-making [4][5] - Polkadot's governance model aims to distribute decision-making power widely [5] Technology & Innovation - Wood focused on JAM, a significant evolution of Polkadot's protocol design, during his time away from the CEO role [3] - JAM is envisioned as a "magic internet supercomputer" designed to tackle complex problems [5] - The industry is critiqued for distractions like "fart coins," diverting focus from building user-centered value [5] Vision & Philosophy - True progress involves building systems that empower individuals without relying on centralized intermediaries [7] - Curiosity is highlighted as a key driver for innovation and progress [7] - Wood believes charismatic leaders have no place in crypto [4]