Ethereum core developer timbeiko.eth announced on the X platform that his focus will shift from L1 development to exploring Ethereum's cutting-edge use cases in the coming months. However, he clarified that he will not leave the Ethereum Foundation (EF), but his role will change to that of an Ethereum protocol advisor. His current top priority is to ensure a smooth transition of AllCoreDevs and its responsibilities within the Ethereum Foundation. It is reported that Ansgar has agreed to extend his term as the interim chair of the ACDE meetings, and timbeiko.eth will also assist during the transition period until a stable long-term plan is established. timbeiko.eth added that 2026 will be a critical year for all layers of Ethereum, and now is the best time to explore in depth.