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Ethereum Prepares for Quantum Computing with 'Strawmap' Upgrade Plan

February 27, 2026, 06:01 PM140 words6 sourcesAI-Generated · Reviewed by editorial team
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Ethereum Prepares for Quantum Computing with 'Strawmap' Upgrade Plan

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Ethereum is proactively addressing the potential threat of quantum computing with a comprehensive upgrade plan, dubbed the 'Strawmap,' outlining seven forks through 2029. Co-founder Vitalik Buterin has detailed a phased approach to replace vulnerable cryptographic components, including BLS signatures, KZG commitments, ECDSA signatures, and zero-knowledge proofs. Proposed solutions include hash-based signatures (like Winternitz variants), STARKs for data availability and aggregation, and native account abstraction for quantum-resistant schemes. A key challenge is selecting a robust and efficient hash function, potentially 'Ethereum’s last hash function,' with options like Poseidon2, Poseidon1, or BLAKE3 being considered. The 'Strawmap' also prioritizes faster finality, higher throughput (aiming for 'Gigagas' capacity), and native privacy. While the plan is ambitious, it emphasizes incremental upgrades to minimize disruption. The Ethereum Foundation has launched a dedicated Post-Quantum team to spearhead these efforts, recognizing the long-term security implications of quantum advancements.

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