$ETH
Smart Contracts & dApps: Unlike Bitcoin, which mainly serves as digital money, Ethereum’s core value lies in its ability to run programmable agreements and apps without intermediaries.
Proof-of-Stake (PoS): Since its 2022 “Merge,” Ethereum uses a PoS consensus mechanism, making it energy-efficient and enabling holders to stake ETH for rewards.
Tokenomics: ETH doesn’t have a fixed supply like Bitcoin; instead, its monetary policy includes fee burning and issuance tied to network use, which can create deflationary pressure during high demand.
Layer-2 Ecosystem: Much transaction activity now happens on “Layer-2” solutions built on Ethereum to increase speed and lower costs, while still using ETH for fees.
📊 Market Context (Recent + Current)
Ethereum’s price and adoption have seen significant swings. In 2025, ETH has hit multiyear highs and drawn strong interest from institutional investors, with forecasts projecting further gains due in part to its dominant role in DeFi and stablecoin markets.
However, it also faces competition and cyclical market pressures from alternative blockchains like Solana and fluctuating network activity, leading some analysts to describe a mixed phase for its dominance.
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