In a recent Reddit session, leading Ethereum Foundation researchers discussed the network's future, focusing on scalability, the role of rollups and sharding, and paths to reclaim its economic position.
Scalability through Rollups and Sharding
Scalability remains a major issue for Ethereum. Researchers focus on rollups and sharding solutions. Rollups process transactions off-chain, reducing congestion and fees, while sharding breaks the network into smaller parts to enhance efficiency. These innovations support decentralization while meeting user demand.
Revenue Model and Base Layer's Role
Despite growing interest in Layer 2 solutions, Ethereum’s base layer seeks to reclaim its economic importance. A significant step is increasing blob transactions, lowering costs for Layer 2 platforms and bolstering the base layer's economic role.
Data Availability and Long-Term Strategy
Researchers also discussed data availability's role in Ethereum’s future. With growing demand, Ethereum plans to scale its native capabilities. Native data availability solutions are crucial for meeting the network’s long-term demands.
Ethereum experts focus on gradual network improvements, with rollups as a potential cornerstone of its endgame strategy.
