Ethereum client teams are testing an optional fast confirmation rule that could shorten the time some layer-2 networks and exchanges wait for mainnet deposits, potentially enabling much faster transaction processing.
Ethereum client teams are testing an opt-in Fast Confirmation Rule aimed at reducing the time some layer-2 networks and exchanges wait to recognize Ethereum mainnet deposits. The proposal would let participating services process certain transactions much faster by shortening confirmation delays. Earlier reporting said the optional mechanism could reduce L1-to-L2 transfer times and exchange deposit waits to about 13 seconds, with researcher Julian Ma stating the change may cut delays by 80% to 98%. The proposal does not require a hard fork, though client and integration work remains in progress.