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Crypto · November 12, 2026

Ethereum researchers drop faster blocks to race toward quantum defenses in 2027

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Ethlabs has proposed a revised roadmap for the Ethereum network, shifting focus from increasing block speed to accelerating quantum-resistant defenses by 2027. This proposal, which drops the Hegotá slot/faster block time initiative, aims to protect user accounts from potential cryptographic risks accelerated by AI development. While the roadmap targets a quantum-ready state by next year, researchers noted that wallet holders may still be responsible for manually switching their signing methods to take advantage of these new security features.

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  • Ethlabs proposed a 2027 timeline for quantum-readiness (Ethlabs)

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  • AI development is accelerating cryptographic risks (Ethlabs)

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • Ethlabs is proposing a new roadmap for Ethereum targeting 2027.
  • The proposal prioritizes quantum-resistant defenses over faster block times.
  • The group is dropping a previous proposal related to Hegotá slots/faster blocks.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The Block reported Ethlabs cited AI acceleration as a primary driver for the timeline shift.
  • CoinDesk reported that quantum-resistant accounts are specifically targeted for next year.
  • CoinDesk mentioned that wallet holders might need to manually switch signing methods.

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