Ethereum’s Speed Boost: The Potential Downsides of 6-Second Blocks

Faster block times promise improved user experience, but could they come at the expense of Ethereum’s stability and decentralization? This article examines why a shift to 6-second blocks might create new challenges for the network while weighing its potential benefits. Ethereum is aiming to speed up transactions, but will it sacrifice security and decentralization in the process? We explore this trade-off and the possible consequences for users, dApps, and the wider Ethereum ecosystem.