Since Ethereum's monumental transition from Proof-of-Work to Proof-of-Stake, its supply dynamics have been nothing short of a roller coaster ride. Oscillating between inflationary and deflationary states, these shifts have profound implications for Ethereum and its stakeholders. A deflationary asset, by nature, can increase in value over time due to scarcity... But what could prolonged deflation mean for Ethereum's velocity and utility? And how does a consistently inflationary supply affect the network's economic security and sustainability? Dive into the intricate interplay of technical upgrades, economic incentives, and market forces...
Analyzing Ethereum’s inflationary and deflationary supply trends Analyzing Ethereum’s inflationary and deflationary supply trends
Unpredictability reigns as Ethereum continues to dance between inflation and deflation after the Merge.
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Updated: Sep. 14, 2023 at 5:34 pm UTC
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Ethereum is a decentralized, open-source blockchain platform that enables the creation of smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps).