# Competition Articoli collegati

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From ETH to SOL: Why Will L1s Ultimately Lose to Bitcoin?

The article "From ETH to SOL: Why L1s Will Ultimately Lose to Bitcoin?" argues that Bitcoin (BTC) is increasingly dominating the "cryptomoney" narrative, leaving little room for other Layer-1 (L1) blockchains to compete for monetary premium. The core of the argument is that approximately 81% of the total crypto market cap is invested in assets viewed as money or potential money, with BTC alone accounting for 55%. While L1s like ETH, XRP, BNB, and SOL represent a significant portion of the remaining value, their valuations are not primarily driven by revenue or real economic activity. Data shows that L1 revenues have been declining annually, yet their price-to-earnings ratios have soared, suggesting their market caps are almost entirely propped up by speculation on future monetary premium, not fundamentals. The performance of L1s against BTC further supports this. Since December 2022, eight of the top ten L1s have underperformed BTC, with six lagging by over 40%. Solana (SOL) was a notable exception, outperforming BTC by 87%. However, this gain is put into perspective by its ecosystem's explosive growth: a ~3,000% increase in DeFi TVL, fees, and DEX volume. This indicates that an L1 must achieve astronomical, orders-of-magnitude growth to merely eke out a modest performance lead over BTC. The conclusion is that the trend of BTC consolidating monetary premium at the expense of L1s is irreversible. The narrative that an L1 could become "money" is losing credibility as investors now have a decade of data showing that L1s consistently underperform BTC unless their ecosystems experience extreme, unsustainable growth. Without genuine economic growth, L1s' monetary premium will continue to erode.

coinvoice2 giorni fa 04:07

From ETH to SOL: Why Will L1s Ultimately Lose to Bitcoin?

coinvoice2 giorni fa 04:07

Solana's Two Leading Lending Protocols Clash, Foundation Steps In to Mediate

Jupiter Lend and Kamino, the two leading lending protocols on Solana, are embroiled in a public dispute over Jupiter’s “risk isolation” claims. The conflict began when Jupiter promoted its lending product as having isolated risk between pools, but critics—led by Kamino—argue Jupiter’s design actually allows cross-contamination through rehypothecation (reusing collateral across pools). Kamino’s co-founder publicly accused Jupiter of misleading users, prompting community backlash. Jupiter later deleted earlier promotional content and acknowledged the description was inaccurate. The debate centers on differing interpretations of “risk isolation,” with Jupiter defending its model as a balance between safety and capital efficiency. Multicoin Capital, a Kamino investor, escalated the situation by accusing Jupiter of incompetence or intentional deception. In response, the Solana Foundation urged both sides to collaborate rather than compete internally, highlighting the larger opportunity in expanding the DeFi lending market overall. The clash reflects growing tension as Jupiter Lend rapidly gains market share in a shrinking TVL environment, turning former allies into rivals in Solana’s competitive lending landscape.

Odaily星球日报2 giorni fa 05:09

Solana's Two Leading Lending Protocols Clash, Foundation Steps In to Mediate

Odaily星球日报2 giorni fa 05:09

Tether's "Favorite Son" STABLE Crashes? Plunges 60% on First Day, Whale Jumping the Queue + No CEX Listing Sparks Trust Panic

Stable, a new Layer 1 blockchain heavily backed by Tether and Bitfinex, launched its mainnet and STABLE token on December 8. Despite significant pre-launch deposits totalling over $1.3 billion and strong market interest, the token’s first-day performance was highly disappointing. It opened around $0.036, briefly rose to nearly $0.046, then plummeted over 60% to a low of $0.015. Its fully diluted valuation (FDV) fell to $1.7 billion amid thin liquidity. The token’s not yet listed on major centralized exchanges like Binance or Coinbase, limiting its accessibility. The launch wass marred by controversy after a whale deposited hundreds of millions of USDT before the official start time, raising concerns about fairness and possible insider trading. This damaged trust in a project whose core narrative is transparency and reliability. Stable is designed as a stablecoin-focused chain with USDT as the native gas fee, aiming for a near gas-less user experience. It uses a custom DPoS consensus mechanism and is EVM-compatible. However, its tokenomics have raised concerns: STABLE tokens are used only for governance and staking, not fee payment, and 50% of the total 100 billion supply is allocated to the team, investors, and advisors with a one-year cliff. The project faces intense competition from established chains like Polygon, Tron, and Solana, as well as emerging stablecoin-specific L1s like Circle’s Arc and Paradigm-backed Tempo. Its success hinges on rapid execution, ecosystem development, and enterprise adoption planned for late 2025 to mid-2026. Early missteps and a lack of trust have cast doubt on its ability to compete.

marsbitIeri 18:11

Tether's "Favorite Son" STABLE Crashes? Plunges 60% on First Day, Whale Jumping the Queue + No CEX Listing Sparks Trust Panic

marsbitIeri 18:11

Bull vs. Bear Debate: Is the Profit Moat of Stablecoin Leader CRCL Solid?

The article presents a heated debate surrounding Circle (NYSE: CRCL), the issuer of the stablecoin USDC, focusing on the sustainability of its business model following its IPO and Q3 2025 earnings report. Key bearish points, led by figures like Jiang Zhuo'er, argue that CRCL's profits are unsustainable. They compare it to a bank reliant on an interest rate spread, which is highly vulnerable to Federal Reserve rate cuts. Critics highlight that over 60% of profits are paid to distributor Coinbase, leaving CRCL with a thin margin. They warn that competition from traditional financial giants like JPMorgan could easily disrupt its model, and that its regulatory advantage is a temporary benefit, not a permanent moat. Bullish commentators, including @BTCdayu and @qinbafrank, counter that CRCL is a long-term infrastructure play, not a simple bank. They believe current profit-sharing is a strategic cost to achieve market dominance and network effects, similar to companies like Amazon in their early days. They argue that future growth from massive USDC adoption (potentially reaching trillions) will far outweigh the impact of falling interest rates. They see compliance as a powerful, long-term moat that will eliminate smaller competitors. Additional short-term concerns include a significant sell-off pressure from the post-IPO lockup expiration and a structural barrier to USDC's use in U.S. retail payments due to its classification as a taxable asset. In summary, the debate pits short-term cyclical risks (interest rates, high costs, sell pressure) against a long-term structural opportunity (market growth, network effects, compliance as a barrier to entry). The core question remains whether CRCL's current model is a fragile interest-rate play or a foundational bet on the future of digital currency.

比推Ieri 20:19

Bull vs. Bear Debate: Is the Profit Moat of Stablecoin Leader CRCL Solid?

比推Ieri 20:19

Huobi HTX's 'Hunt AI Plan' Concludes Successfully: Prize Pool Surpasses 10,403 USDT, Top Trading Strategies Continue to Allow Copy Trading

Huobi HTX's "Hunt the AI Plan" event concluded on December 4, marking the end of a three-season human-versus-AI trading competition. The total prize pool reached 10,403 USDT, which will be distributed to participating users. In the final season, human trader LongTian achieved a 152% return with a profit of 938.9 USDT, earning the title of "Human Camp Champion." Meanwhile, AI contestant DeepSeek led with total profits of 1,217 USDT and a 147% return, securing the top spot in overall earnings. The prize pool will be allocated as follows: 40% to followers of DeepSeek, 40% to followers of LongTian, and 20% to users who participated in interactive activities like voting. All rewards will be issued as copy-trading experience funds. To date, Huobi HTX has distributed approximately 45,000 USDT in rewards throughout the event series. DeepSeek will continue offering copy-trading services on the platform, with ongoing strategy optimizations aimed at sustainable growth. Huobi HTX, established in 2013, is a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem offering a range of crypto services including trading, derivatives, and investment.

深潮11 h fa

Huobi HTX's 'Hunt AI Plan' Concludes Successfully: Prize Pool Surpasses 10,403 USDT, Top Trading Strategies Continue to Allow Copy Trading

深潮11 h fa

From 'Stablecoin First Stock' to 'Ankle Cut' in Stock Price: Why Circle Quickly Fell from the Spotlight into a Revaluation Cycle

From "Stablecoin Unicorn" to "Ankle-Cut" Stock Price: Why Circle Quickly Fell from Its Peak into a Revaluation Cycle Circle, the issuer of the USDC stablecoin, experienced a dramatic stock price decline shortly after its IPO in June, dropping from an initial peak of around $260 to approximately $88. This reflects a broader market shift from hype-driven optimism to a more rational reassessment of the stablecoin industry. Multiple factors contributed to this sharp correction. Initially, the stock was significantly overvalued due to market enthusiasm for the "first stablecoin stock" and the high-interest environment that boosted the appeal of its reserve-backed revenue model. As early investors took profits and sentiment cooled, a price correction was inevitable. Increased competition is also pressuring Circle. While USDC is the world's second-largest dollar stablecoin, it faces growing challenges from new stablecoin projects and digital dollar initiatives from traditional financial institutions. The sector is shifting from an oligopoly to intense competition, raising investor concerns about USDC's future growth certainty. Furthermore, macroeconomic interest rate trends pose a fundamental risk to Circle's business model. Its core revenue comes from interest earned on the cash and short-term U.S. Treasuries backing USDC. Expectations that the Federal Reserve may begin a rate-cutting cycle could directly compress this income. Rising operational and distribution costs further squeeze profitability. Analysts hold divergent views on Circle's future. Firms like Mizuho have turned bullish, upgrading the stock and suggesting the sell-off related to its post-IPO lockup expiration may have created a buying opportunity. They point to USDC's continued adoption by mainstream financial institutions. Conversely, analysts at firms like Susquehanna remain pessimistic, maintaining an "Underperform" rating. They warn that lower future interest rates and potential underperformance in USDC growth could continue to pressure the stock price and have lowered their price target. The upcoming end of the post-IPO lockup period, which restricts insiders from selling shares, has added near-term selling pressure, but this is viewed by some as a temporary overhang. Circle's recent Q3 earnings report, which beat expectations for both revenue and profit, shows that these fundamental concerns have not yet materialized, leaving the company's trajectory highly dependent on future interest rates and its ability to maintain and grow USDC's market share amidst fierce competition.

cointelegraph_中文10 h fa