Investment firm VanEck predicts that Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) solutions could reach a market cap of $1 trillion by 2030.
L2s: Boosting Efficiency and Scalability
L2s are designed to improve the efficiency and scalability of the Ethereum blockchain by processing transactions off the main network. This allows them to handle more transactions at a lower cost.
Key Factors Driving Growth
VanEck’s forecast is based on an assessment of L2s in five key areas:
- Transaction pricing
- Developer experience
- User experience
- Trust assumptions
- Ecosystem size
L2s vs. Ethereum
VanEck believes that L2s could potentially outperform Ethereum in terms of value in the coming years. This is because they offer scalability and efficiency advantages over the main blockchain.
Ethereum Price Stalls
While L2s are on the rise, the price of Ethereum (ETH) has been declining. ETH has underperformed other major cryptocurrencies in recent weeks and is currently trading below $4,000.
Market Outlook
Despite the recent decline in ETH’s price, VanEck remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of Ethereum and its L2 solutions. The firm believes that L2s will play a crucial role in the growth of blockchain technology and could unlock a trillion-dollar market opportunity.
