Starknet Community Votes on Potential Ethereum Independence Amid Quantum Concerns
STRK holders are deciding whether to explore creating an independent Layer 1 blockchain due to quantum computing risks.
STRK holders are deciding whether to explore creating an independent Layer 1 blockchain due to quantum computing risks. Ethereum (ETH) is trading at ₹2,33,579 ($2,456.14). This is an original Token Times brief based on reporting by Bitcoin Sistemi, with live market data added, as of Fri, 16 Oct 2026 09:00:01 UTC.
This vote could determine Starknet's future relationship with Ethereum and its approach to quantum security, potentially impacting its $456M TVL and broader ecosystem.
- Starknet community votes on researching independent Layer 1 blockchain.
- Proposal focuses on post-quantum security without immediate Ethereum exit.
- Starknet's TVL rose 19.2% in the past week to $456.17M.
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- Starknet Community Votes on Potential Ethereum Independence Amid Quantum Concerns — this brief
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Starknet community has initiated a critical voting process to determine whether the network should explore the possibility of becoming an independent Layer 1 blockchain. The proposal, which is being voted on by STRK token holders, focuses on addressing quantum computing risks that could threaten the network's security.
According to 99Bitcoins, the poll asks STRK holders to support research into a post-quantum Layer 1 solution. This does not imply an immediate departure from 
Ethereum but rather investigates the feasibility of a quantum-resistant blockchain. The proposal aims to ensure Starknet's long-term security and viability in the face of advancing quantum technology.
The vote comes at a time when Starknet's Total Value Locked (TVL) has seen significant growth, currently standing at $456.17M, representing a 19.2% increase over the past week, according to DeFiLlama. This growth underscores the network's importance and the potential impact of the vote on its future.
The broader crypto market is currently in a positive trend, with the total market cap at $2.84T and 
Bitcoin up 1.12% in the last 24 hours. Ethereum, the current host blockchain for Starknet, is also performing well, with its price at $2455.64, a 3.41% increase in the past day. Starknet's native token, STRK, has experienced a 5.76% increase in the last 24 hours and a 16.86% rise over the past week, reflecting investor interest in the outcome of the vote.
The vote reflects Starknet's proactive approach to potential technological challenges and its strategic positioning in the evolving blockchain landscape. The outcome could have significant implications for Starknet's relationship with Ethereum and its approach to quantum security.
Since this brief published about 2 hours ago, Ethereum (ETH) has moved from ₹2,33,531.71$2,455.64 to ₹2,33,579.26$2,456.14 — +0.02%.
The chart plots ETH's price: grey is the move before this brief published, the vertical dashed line marks the moment it published, the horizontal dashed line is the price then, and the coloured area is the move since — from Token Times's market data (daily resolution). It shows what happened after the news, not that the news caused it; many factors move prices. Not financial advice.
At today's peer-to-peer rate, 1 ETH ≈ ₹256,789.44 (about $2,456.14), up 3.6% over 24 hours. The rupee itself trades about 9.9% above the official rate on the P2P market, so a Indian buyer's effective cost differs from the headline dollar price.
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Figures and sectors in this story, checked live against on-chain aggregators · October 16, 2026.
Token Times reads these figures directly from on-chain aggregators (DeFiLlama, mempool.space) at build time — independent of what any outlet reported. Sector totals aggregate every protocol DeFiLlama tracks in that category. Values are live and will change.
Starknet Community Votes on Potential Ethereum Independence — questions & answers
What is Starknet voting on?
STRK holders are voting on whether to research creating an independent Layer 1 blockchain due to quantum risks.
Does the proposal mean Starknet will leave Ethereum immediately?
No, the proposal focuses on research, not an immediate Ethereum exit.
How has Starknet's TVL changed recently?
Starknet's TVL increased 19.2% in the past week to $456.17M.
How much is 1 Ethereum worth in rupee today?
About ₹256,789.44 at the live peer-to-peer (P2P) USDT rate, which is what Indians typically trade at — equivalent to roughly $2,456.14. The rupee price moves with both ETH's US-dollar price and the USDT/INR rate; use our Ethereum in rupee page for any amount.
Which outlets reported this story?
This is an original Token Times brief that synthesises reporting from Bitcoin Sistemi. It is not a copy of any one article — follow the source links above for the original reporting.
Original summary — not financial advice. This is an original Token Times brief that summarises a development reported elsewhere and adds live market data for context; it is not the original article and reproduces no part of it. Follow the source link above for full details. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.