EIP-7782

Reduce Block Latency

Reduce Ethereum's slot time from 12s to 6s to decrease latency by 50%, distribute bandwidth usage, and improve UX.

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Draft5 Oct 2024

Abstract

Reduce Ethereum's slot time from 12 s to 6 s, halving on‑chain latency and epoch duration. This doubles slot throughput while keeping block and blob sizes unchanged, smoothing bandwidth usage. The change delivers better user experience, faster Layer 2 interaction, tighter DEX pricing, reduced MEV, and quicker finality.

Created: 5 Oct 2024
Authors: Ben Adams, Dankrad Feist, Maria Inês Silva, Paul Harris
Upgrades: Not listed in any upgrade
Requires: EIP-7623 EIP-7778
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