Blockchain Ethereum had difficulty with a hard time in 2025. Despite the bull market, its native token, ether (ETH) remains well below its highest levels-its value in relation to Bitcoin (BTC) has been decreasing for over three years. As the competition between layer 1 networks is heating and the sentiments are growing, many wonder: Are the best days Ethereum already passed?

The Ethereum network was a spine of decentralized applications, clever contracts and decentralized finances (DEFI). However, newer chain chains appear as sedate contenders, and some even outweigh Ethereum in key areas. Issues such as sustainable economic development and utility problems led to greater doubts as to the future of the network.

Cointelegraph has recently interviewed the best experts and analysts to better understand what is happening with Ethereum. Although it still enjoys the advantage of the first place, the growing competition, combined with internal challenges, asks a few questions about long -term life. Can Ethereum survive his struggles or is it lagging behind?

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