# Ethereum's Crossroads: Maximize Capacity or Prioritize Participation?

- Speakers: [Toni Wahrstätter](https://streameth.org/speakers/toni-wahrstatter), [Nick Dodson](https://streameth.org/speakers/nick-dodson), [Pol Lanski](https://streameth.org/speakers/pol-lanski)
- Channel: [DevConflict](https://streameth.org/devconflict)
- Date: 2024-11-10
- Duration: 1:04:19
- Watch: https://streameth.org/watch/673065d167d7e77da5eb8470
- Download: https://vod-cdn.lp-playback.studio/raw/jxf4iblf6wlsyor6526t4tcmtmqa/catalyst-vod-com/hls/6ddbx4ye7bk9ofmy/1080p0.mp4

## Description

The "Larger Blockspace vs. Ability to Run Chain on Lower Spec Devices" debate is a fundamental discussion about the direction of blockchain development. It revolves around the trade-offs between increasing a blockchain's capacity to handle more transactions (through larger block sizes) and maintaining accessibility by ensuring the blockchain can be run on less powerful, lower-spec devices. It addresses the trade-offs between enhancing the network's capacity and performance versus ensuring it remains accessible and decentralized.