On the occasion of the ninth anniversary of the establishment of the Ethereum network, Vitalik Buterin, co-founder and lead developer of Ethereum, released an inspiring message about its future.
Ethereum was launched on July 30, 2015, under the name “Ethereum Frontier.” At the time of its launch, the network’s importance was primarily recognized by early investors in the nascent cryptocurrency field.
The initial goal was to create a platform capable of decentralizing various online functionalities, which was a new concept at the time.
Happy ninth birthday, Ethereum! Excited to see what the next decade will bring.
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-vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin)
July 30, 2024
Over the past nine years, the value of Ethereum has risen from about $0.43 to approximately $3,336, an increase of over 770,000%. This significant growth is attributed to the widespread use of Web3 technology and digital assets.
Today, Ethereum has become a massive ecosystem with millions of active users, a market capitalization of over $40.3 billion, and thousands of validators. The platform supports a wide range of applications, including DeFi and NFTs, with a total locked value (TVL) on the Ethereum network of $5.966 billion at the time of writing.
Furthermore, the approval of a physically-backed Ethereum ETF by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission last week marks a significant achievement for the cryptocurrency community.
Despite its success, Ethereum still faces challenges from emerging competitors such as Solana. These platforms offer advanced technology and lower transaction costs, posing a threat to Ethereum’s leading position in the cryptocurrency market.
Looking ahead, the price of ETH may remain within its current range and potentially reach new highs. However, historically, August has been a volatile month for cryptocurrencies, with many expected to experience a decline in value following the release of the FOMC statement.
