Has Ethereum lost its edge? Experts weigh in
2025-02-15
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The Ethereum blockchain has been facing a tough time in 2025. Despite the bull market, its native token, Ether (ETH), remains well below its all-time highs — and its value relative to Bitcoin (BTC) has been in steady decline for over three years. As competition among layer-1 networks heats up and sentiment soars, many are wondering: Have Ethereum’s best days already passed?
The Ethereum network has been the backbone of decentralized applications, smart contracts and decentralized finance (DeFi). However, newer blockchains are emerging as serious contenders, with some even surpassing Ethereum in key areas. Issues like economic sustainability and usability problems have led to increased doubts about the network’s future.
Cointelegraph recently interviewed top experts and analysts to better understand what’s happening with Ethereum. While it still enjoys the first-mover advantage, the growing competition, combined with internal challenges, places some questions over its long-term viability. Can Ethereum survive its struggles, or is it being left behind?
To find out more about Ethereum’s current state, the problems it faces and experts’ insights on what could spark a turnaround, watch the full video on our YouTube channel, and don’t forget to subscribe! 
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