Starknet community to vote on transitioning from L2 rollup to independent quantum-resistant L1 network.
Regulation & Gov ·
Starknet's community is set to vote on a proposal to transition the network from its current role as an Ethereum Layer 2 rollup to an independent Layer 1 blockchain. The shift would position Starknet to implement quantum-resistant cryptography by 2027, according to reporting on the network's strategic pivot.
The transition would reduce Starknet's reliance on Ethereum for security guarantees, allowing it to operate as a standalone network with its own validator set and consensus mechanism. This architectural change reflects a broader movement in the blockchain ecosystem toward quantum-resistant protocols ahead of potential future threats to current cryptographic standards.
The timing and specific voting mechanics—including vote duration, quorum requirements, and the threshold needed for passage—remain undisclosed. The outcome will determine whether Starknet pursues this independence or maintains its existing Ethereum L2 infrastructure.