[Ethereum Foundation Releases 'EF Mandate' to Reaffirm Core Mission of the Network] The Ethereum Foundation council has released a document titled 'EF Mandate,' systematically outlining its role and responsibilities within the Ethereum ecosystem. The document emphasizes that Ethereum must remain censorship-resistant, open-source, privacy-focused, and secure (CROPS) to serve user sovereignty, reduce the risk of economic exploitation, and optimize user experience. EF stated that it will focus on undertaking critical tasks that other participants find difficult to sustain long-term. It also mentioned that the 'Mandate' serves as both an action guide for internal members and a reference for the community, acting as 'part charter, part declaration, and part guideline.'