#GasFeeImpact

#GasFeeImpact is Ethereum’s double-edged sword. On ETH’s blockchain, gas fees—paid in Ether—power transactions and smart contracts, from DeFi trades to NFT mints. But when the network clogs, costs soar. Peak times see fees hit $50-$100+ for basic actions, alienating casual users and devs. It’s a scalability snag: too many transactions, not enough throughput. The 2022 Merge slashed energy use (~99.95%), yet gas prices didn’t budge—proof-of-stake doesn’t solve congestion. High fees throttle adoption, favoring whales over small fry. Solutions like sharding and rollups promise relief, boosting capacity and cutting costs. Still, critics say Ethereum’s late to the game—competitors like Solana already offer cheaper alternatives. #GasFeeImpact highlights a core challenge: can ETH balance innovation, decentralization, and affordability? Its future hinges on fixing this friction.