The Protocol: ETH Exit Queue Gridlocks As Validators Pile Up

"The Protocol is currently facing a significant challenge as the Ethereum exit queue experiences severe gridlocks, leading to an overwhelming buildup of validators who are attempting to exit the network. This situation highlights the complexities and limitations within the protocol's exit mechanisms, causing delays and frustrations for those who wish to remove their validations and prompting discussions about potential improvements and solutions to enhance scalability and efficiency." source: https://www.coindesk.com/tech/2025/09/17/the-protocol-eth-exit-queue-gridlocks-as-validators-pile-up