- Ethereum’s lag behind Bitcoin is shifting with the upcoming ETH ETF.
- Solana nearly matched Bitcoin, topping the SCP sector.
- Solana, TON, and NEAR show strong growth in users and revenue.
Smart Contract Platforms (SCPs) are signaling a potential shift in the cryptocurrency landscape, outperforming Bitcoin in recent months and challenging its long-standing dominance.
While Bitcoin maintains a strong position, the rise of Ethereum competitors like Solana, The Open Network, and Near Protocol, coupled with anticipation surrounding an ETH ETF, suggests a potential turning point for this dynamic sector.
Source: Jamie Coutts
An analysis of on-chain data reveals growing user bases and fee revenue for several SCPs, underscoring their fundamental strength and potential for further growth even amid the broader crypto market’s fluctuations. This analysis delves into the key players and metrics driving this evolving narrative, offering insights for investors navigating this increasingly complex and promising space.
Source: Jamie Coutts
While relative price momentum is crucial for asset selection, understanding the fundamentals behind these assets is equally important. Of the 12 outperforming assets with reliable on-chain data, only three networks—Solana, The Open Network (TON), and Near Protocol (NEAR)—demonstrated substantial growth in daily active users (DAU) and fee revenue over the past six months.
Conversely, Ethereum and Binance Coin (BNB) experienced a decline in fee revenue, but their user activity remained steady or grew. This consistent user growth and network activity suggest a positive outlook for these platforms despite the overall downturn in the altcoin market earlier this year.
Furthermore, platforms like Theta and Kaspa also show potential, although the lack of comprehensive on-chain data from established sources limits a detailed analysis of their performance. As the alt-L1 sector continues to evolve, monitoring these emerging platforms will be crucial for making informed investment decisions.
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