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Evaluating Ethereum’s Post-Merger Performance Amid Fierce Competition

By Crypto FlexsSeptember 15, 20243 Mins Read
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Iris Coleman
15 Sep 2024 12:05

Two years after the merger, Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake (PoS) faces challenges from second-layer solutions and faster blockchains like Solana and Avalanche.





Two years after Ethereum switched to a proof-of-stake (PoS) consensus mechanism known as Merge, the network has faced significant challenges. Contrary to initial expectations, Ethereum has struggled with high transaction costs and network congestion, while alternative layer 2 solutions and faster blockchains have emerged. SolanaAccording to blog.bitfinex.com, Avalanche, Base, and Aptos are gaining popularity.

Did the merger have an overall negative impact on Ethereum?

Since the merge on September 15, 2022, the anticipated benefits of Ethereum, such as improved scalability and reduced fees, have not been realized as quickly as expected. High transaction costs and congestion on the network have led users and developers to turn to layer 2 solutions such as Optimism. decisionAnd ZK-rollups that offer faster and cheaper transactions. Also, new blockchains like Solana, Sui, and Aptos offer higher throughput and lower fees, further eroding Ethereum’s market share.

Market sentiment has also been depressed as the influence of Ethereum spot ETFs has waned. Although these financial products were launched in the US this year, they have underperformed Bitcoin as expected institutional inflows have not occurred. Ethereum’s on-chain activity and network fees have decreased significantly as economic activity has shifted to second-layer solutions and competing blockchains, which are important sources of revenue for validators.

Can Ethereum Stay Competitive Among Faster, More Efficient Blockchains?

Layer 2 solutions and competing blockchains have become attractive alternatives for users seeking lower transaction fees. Platforms like Arbitrum, Optimism, and zkSync enable cheaper and faster transactions while maintaining the security of Ethereum. Competing blockchains like Solana and Avalanche offer similar DeFi functionality, but with lower fees and faster transaction speeds.

The proliferation of EVM-compatible chains and cross-chain bridges has made it easier for users to move liquidity between Ethereum and alternative blockchains. This liquidity has decentralized Ethereum’s liquidity, reducing its dominance in DeFi and DApp activity. As a result, users are increasingly looking for alternatives that offer similar services but with improved scalability and cost efficiency.

It’s not all doom and gloom – a bright future still awaits Ethereum.

Despite these challenges, Ethereum remains the second largest cryptocurrency by market cap. Its established reputation and influence allow it to remain a key player in the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Ethereum’s active developer community continues to drive innovation with a roadmap full of upgrades aimed at improving scalability, reducing fees, and improving user experience.

Ethereum’s transition to PoS via Merge has demonstrated developers’ commitment to the evolution of the network. In particular, upcoming scalability improvements via sharding and ongoing Layer 2 development aim to improve Ethereum’s transaction throughput and address key concerns that drive users to alternative blockchains.

Ethereum ETFs have had a disappointing start, but they offer a new way for traditional investors to gain exposure to Ethereum. As the market matures and investor confidence grows, these ETFs have the potential to attract more attention.

Going forward, Ethereum’s commitment to its underlying infrastructure and innovation positions it well for future growth. If successful in implementing the upcoming upgrades, Ethereum could reclaim its place in the blockchain space, drawing developers, users, and liquidity back to the network.

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