#EthereumFuture
Key Features:
- Smart Contracts: Self-executing code for trustless agreements.
- Proof-of-Stake (PoS): Energy-efficient since "The Merge" (2022).
- Scalability Upgrades: Layer 2s (Arbitrum, Optimism) and future EIP-4844 (proto-danksharding) aim to cut fees.
Use Cases:
- NFTs (OpenSea, CryptoPunks)
- Enterprise blockchains (Microsoft, JPMorgan)
Challenges:
- High gas fees during congestion.
- Regulatory scrutiny (SEC may classify it as a security).
ETH remains the backbone of Web3—constantly evolving but facing stiff competition (Solana, Cardano).
