Vitalik Buterin Discusses Future Focus on Ethereum’s Scaling Solutions

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin emphasized the continued importance of layer 1 (L1) scalability at the ETHGlobal Taipei event. While acknowledging the growing role of Layer 2 (L2) solutions, he highlighted scenarios where L2 applications still rely on L1 functionalities. These include maintaining censorship resistance, transferring assets between L2 networks, managing large-scale exits from L2, issuing assets on L1, utilizing Keystore wallets, and submitting proofs from L2. Buterin’s remarks underscore the need for ongoing development that balances advancements in L2 solutions with Ethereum’s core capabilities, as it evolves in 2025.