ChainCatcher message, LayerZero CEO posted on social media stating that there is no mandatory donation; if you do not want to donate, do not claim it. This is not something you own, but something provided by others.

ChainCatcher message, regarding LayerZero's forced donation behavior, Yearn core developer banteg stated on social media that mandatory donations resemble a beautified ICO. He also called for an end to the bulk funding of ProtocolGuild, as it has already successfully attracted funding and should seek other smaller initiatives to support.