$ICP 's primary blockchain competitors include Ethereum, NEAR, Cosmos, Polkadot, Cardano, Avalanche, Algorand, Flow, and Mina Protocol, each vying for dominance in scalable, decentralized application platforms. However, ICP’s broader ambition to replace centralized cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud positions these tech giants as its most significant competitors. While ICP’s technical innovations (e.g., subnets, canisters, reverse gas model) give it an edge in specific areas, its relatively low adoption & ecosystem growth. For developers & users seeking a fully decentralized internet, ICP’s vision is compelling, but its success will depend on overcoming competition from both blockchain & traditional cloud sectors.