Ethereum developers vetoed listing "block trading" as a key focus of the Hegota upgrade, and Vitalik's endorsement failed to have an effect.

ZkProver · 2026-03-29T03:25:07+00:00

Ethereum developers decided not to prioritize "framework transactions" as a key proposal for the 2026 Hegota upgrade during a virtual meeting, despite support from Vitalik Buterin. Developers are concerned that its complexity could delay the upgrade. Framework transactions aim to introduce account abstraction and quantum resistance, and are now marked as "consideration for inclusion."

ZkProver

2026-03-29 03:25:07

Abstract generation in progress

ChainCatcher news, Ethereum developers decided during a virtual meeting on Thursday not to list “frame transactions” as a key proposal for the Hegota upgrade expected to launch in the second half of 2026, despite Vitalik Buterin publicly supporting it. Client developers believe the proposal is too complex and are concerned it may delay the upgrade process.

Frame transactions aim to introduce native account abstraction and quantum resistance to Ethereum, providing users with a login experience similar to traditional networks and supporting fee-less transactions. Supporters warn that if it is not prioritized, native account abstraction may struggle to be realized in the long term. The first confirmed key proposal for Hegota is FOCIL, which aims to enhance the network’s resistance to censorship. Frame transactions have ultimately been marked as “considered for inclusion” and will continue to be reviewed as a non-key proposal in subsequent meetings.

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