The purpose of the association is to promote education, research, collaboration, and community building related to the Ethereum and blockchain ecosystem in Switzerland, with a particular focus on the Zurich metropolitan area. The association serves as a platform that connects academia, industry, government, and the general public to foster innovation, dialogue, and practical engagement in the field of decentralized technologies. The association's main activity is the organization of the annual Ethereum Zurich conference, which brings together students, researchers, developers, and professionals to exchange knowledge and advance the understanding and adoption of blockchain technologies. In addition, the association may organize or support related events, workshops, meetups, and initiatives throughout the year that strengthen the local and global Ethereum community. The association pursues non-commercial and charitable objectives. All income is used exclusively to support the association's purpose. The association may engage in any activities and enter into any agreements necessary or useful to achieve its purpose, including collaboration with academic institutions, companies, and other organizations. It may also acquire, hold, and manage intellectual property or other rights and grant or receive licenses in connection with its activities.