Buterin explains 4-year roadmap for faster, quantum-resistant Ethereum

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by Martin Young

February 26, 2026

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Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has revealed a new roadmap aimed at significantly enhancing the speed of block production and transaction confirmation on the network. Speaking during a recent update, Buterin emphasized the goal of decoupling slots and finality, allowing for more efficient processing of transactions while maintaining security. This approach would enable Ethereum to independently manage block creation and finalization, potentially leading to faster transaction times without compromising on network stability. The roadmap, titled "Strawmap," was released by the Ethereum Foundation’s Protocol team and provides a visual representation of the planned upgrades. According to Buterin, fast slots will operate separately from other processes, ensuring that they do not interfere with the rest of the network’s operations

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Originally published on CoinTelegraph on 2/26/2026