K9 Finance has clarified the removal of Shiba Inu affiliate badges from X accounts associated with the Shiba Inu ecosystem, including K9 Finance, Bad Idea AI, Shib: The Metaverse, and Shibarium. The change, linked to the @Shibtoken Business Subscription, was described by K9 Finance as a broader financial decision by Shiba Inu rather than a project-specific action. The official Shiba Inu X account confirmed the badge removal, stating a renewed focus on SHIB and the ShibArmy. K9 Finance indicated it might hold a community vote on its relationship with Shibarium if victims of the Bridge hack are not compensated by January 6, 2026. This development highlights ongoing changes within the crypto ecosystem.