'Verkle Trees' Could Cut Data Requirements for Ethereum Nodes, Developers Say

Ethereum is set to increase its decentralization by implementing Verkle trees, a cryptographic technique that will significantly reduce the amount of data required to run infrastructure on the network. With Verkle trees, Ethereum validator nodes will be able to operate without storing large amounts of data locally, allowing for stateless nodes that only need to keep a record of newer blocks. This development will enable individual users to verify the state of the network themselves, reducing reliance on third-party information.