Ethereum's core researchers have outlined a significant evolution for the network through 2029. A newly published "strawmap" details plans for seven network upgrades, projecting roughly one major fork every six months.
The roadmap focuses on reducing slot times and achieving finality measured in seconds. This involves a shift from the current Gasper consensus to a one-round Byzantine Fault Tolerant (BFT) design known as "Minimmit." Key enhancements include shielded ETH transfers, the adoption of post-quantum hash-based signatures, and STARK-friendly cryptography.
These upgrades aim for a network that is cleaner, simpler, quantum-resistant, and more efficient, with a progressive, component-by-component replacement strategy. The ambition is to build a more secure and private Ethereum for the future.