The Ethereum Foundation has consolidated its research and development teams under a new ‘Protocol’ unit to accelerate scaling, layer-2 efficiency, and user experience. The restructure aims to streamline Ethereum’s technical roadmap amid growing demand for its settlement capabilities. Key leaders will oversee three priority tracks to align funding and staffing with core objectives.
- Ethereum Foundation consolidates R&D under 'Protocol' to prioritize base-layer scaling, blob capacity, and UX improvements.
- New leadership structure assigns clear roles for each focus area, with Dankrad Feist advising all tracks.
- Restructure reduces team size, emphasizes measurable progress, and adjusts governance forums for faster community feedback integration.
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