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Navigating Ethereum’s (ETH) Longest Inflationary Phase: Insights and Concerns

vivian 26 June 2024
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  • The article discusses Ethereum’s recent 73-day streak of supply growth, raising concerns about its sustainability post-Proof-of-Stake transition.
  • It highlights how EIP-4844 and changes in transaction fee dynamics have disrupted Ethereum’s traditional supply control mechanisms, despite significant burns since The Merge.

Ethereum (ETH) has recently encountered a significant challenge to its vision of deflation following an unprecedented 73-day streak of supply growth. This trend marks the longest period of inflation since Ethereum’s transition to a proof-of-stake model known as The Merge in September 2022.

Since mid-April, data from Ethereum analytics platform ultrasound.money reveals that over 112,000 ETH have been added to the cryptocurrency’s overall supply. This unexpected surge has raised concerns among users and analysts alike about the network’s sustainability over the long term.

The Impact of EIP-4844 on Ethereum’s Supply Dynamics

Much scrutiny has fallen on the Denouement upgrade implemented in March, which introduced nine Ethereum Improvement Proposals (EIPs), notably including EIP-4844. This particular EIP introduced a novel mechanism called “blobs” designed to store transaction data separately, thereby reducing transaction fees on Ethereum’s layer 2 networks such as Arbitrum and Optimism.

While EIP-4844 successfully achieved its goal of lowering transaction costs, it inadvertently disrupted Ethereum’s traditional supply dynamics. Historically, Ethereum’s proof-of-stake mechanism burns a portion of transaction fees, effectively reducing the total supply of ETH over time. However, the implementation of blobs has reportedly hindered this burning mechanism, contributing to the current inflationary trend.

Balancing Act: Decrease in ETH Supply Since The Merge

Despite the recent inflationary concerns, there are positive notes to consider. Since The Merge, Ethereum has witnessed a significant reduction in its total supply. More than 1.5 billion ETH have been burned, surpassing the 1.36 billion newly minted ETH, resulting in a net reduction of approximately 345,000 ETH (equivalent to over $1.1 billion at current prices). This reduction underscores Ethereum’s ongoing efforts to manage its supply dynamics amidst evolving network upgrades.

Looking forward, the long-term impact of EIP-4844 on Ethereum’s supply dynamics remains uncertain. However, stakeholders anticipate that developers will address these concerns through future upgrades, potentially adjusting the burning mechanism to restore equilibrium between transaction fees and supply control.

While Ethereum navigates through its longest inflationary phase post-Merge, the ecosystem remains resilient and adaptable. As stakeholders continue to monitor developments closely, the community anticipates proactive measures to maintain Ethereum’s economic stability and uphold its status as a leading blockchain platform.

This article highlights the delicate balance between innovation and sustainability in blockchain technology, emphasizing Ethereum’s ongoing evolution in response to emerging challenges.

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