Is Ethereum Falling Behind as Solana Gains Ground?
A growing number of voices in the crypto space are questioning whether Ethereum, once the undeniable leader in smart contracts, is showing signs of fatigue.
One analyst went so far as to liken it to Nokia — a tech titan that lost its edge by failing to evolve fast enough.
The comparison isn’t just about slipping numbers. It’s a warning: Ethereum’s aging infrastructure and scalability issues may leave it vulnerable as faster, leaner networks like Solana gain ground.
Between late 2023 and late 2024, Solana saw explosive growth in both price and user activity, narrowing the gap between the two in terms of market cap and daily usage.
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Solana’s appeal lies in performance. It’s cheaper, quicker, and more accessible — a combination that’s increasingly attractive to developers and users alike. Metrics show it now leads in daily active addresses and transaction volume, indicators that once belonged to Ethereum without question.
Still, Ethereum isn’t out of the race. Recent data shows it regained the lead in DEX trading volume — a sign that institutional players and DeFi veterans still trust its foundation. Major analysts continue to back Ethereum’s long-term potential, citing upcoming upgrades and the strength of its ecosystem.
But the message is clear: dominance isn’t permanent. If Ethereum slows down, it risks watching newer competitors run past — just like Nokia once did.
Alexander Stefanov
Reporter at CoinsPress
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