Ahmet Bedirhan Arvas 
Solana, which has been frequently mentioned in the crypto world in recent times, has gained great momentum, especially with the memecoin craze. However, according to British banking giant Standard Chartered, this rise may not be permanent. The bank’s latest evaluations suggest that Solana has reached its “peak of popularity” and may fall behind Ethereum in the next few years.
Is the Memecoin Wind a Temporary Effect?
The Solana network has become a hub for memecoin projects thanks to its low transaction fees and fast transfer times. Especially in the last quarter of 2024, many entertainment-focused tokens based on Solana made a big splash in the markets. However, experts think that these projects could harm Solana’s long-term growth due to their unsustainability.
In Standard Chartered’s analysis, it is stated that Solana attracted user interest in the short term, but this interest was based more on speculative investments. Ethereum, on the other hand, is expected to have a more solid stance compared to Solana in the next 2-3 years thanks to its strong ecosystem, deep-rooted developer community and institutional support.
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Where Does Ethereum’s Power Come From?Ethereum is not only a blockchain network; it is also a platform that laid the foundations for many important technologies such as DeFi, NFT, DAO. This deep-rooted infrastructure increases Ethereum’s long-term potential. In addition, serious developments have been made in areas such as energy efficiency, transaction capacity and scalability with Ethereum 2.0 updates.
Is It the End of the Road for Solana?
Of course not. Solana still stands out as an innovative platform in terms of technology. However, the bank’s warning reminds developers and investors that they should focus not only on short-term trends but also on long-term value propositions.
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