BlockBeats News, November 19th, a16z co-founder Shaw responded to the Eliza token issuance controversy: "I coordinated with our launch partner trying to buy chips at the Eliza launch, but didn't get much. However, someone on our team did receive a significant amount and agreed to contribute it to the DAO and the team, so we have enough funds to fulfill airdrop commitments to other projects and maintain Eliza team operations."
Shaw stated, "While it is regrettable that the project was front-run, considering the interests of the holders, the original team has partnered with the front-runner and committed to airdrop 10% of the supply to initial token holders as compensation. The new team will join the Eliza project as code contributors, focusing on developing metanarrative tools. Eliza has been in preparation for years, and although this event is regrettable, the team will continue to advance the project development, ensuring token liquidity and preventing control by any individual or organization."