Starknet Community Backs Research Into Independent Post-Quantum Layer 1
The Starknet community has overwhelmingly supported a proposal to research transitioning into an independent post-quantum Layer 1 network.
Starknet Community Backs Research Into Independent Post-Quantum Layer 1
The Starknet community has overwhelmingly supported a proposal to research transitioning into an independent post-quantum Layer 1 network.
Starknet Community Approves Starknet Post-Quantum Layer 1 Study
According to reports from The Block published on October 22, 2026, the Starknet community has given its overwhelming backing to research the network's potential evolution into an independent post-quantum Layer 1 blockchain. This significant step forward for the ecosystem indicates a strategic look toward future cryptographic challenges and network architecture independence.
As part of this newly backed initiative, a draft whitepaper detailing the research and proposed mechanics is officially expected to arrive in November. The community's strong support highlights a collective interest in exploring advanced security measures and architectural autonomy beyond their current scaling framework.
Understanding Layer 2 Scaling and Network Architecture
To understand the context of network scaling, Layer 2 solutions such as rollups have traditionally helped base chains like Ethereum process higher volumes of activity without forcing every single transaction directly onto the main network. Ethereum's base layer provides robust security and decentralization, but limited blockspace can drive up fees during periods of high demand.
Scaling systems address these bottlenecks by handling transaction activity off-chain, bundling those transactions together, and subsequently posting data or proofs back to the settlement layer. While this keeps transaction speeds fast and costs low while maintaining a connection to a secure trust foundation, community ambitions like Starknet's point toward even deeper structural evolution.
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