Ethereum Achieves 2.2 Million Daily Transactions with Significantly Lower Gas Fees
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 31 2025- New Transaction Record: Ethereum processed 2.2 million transactions on December 30, setting a new daily record that surpasses the all-time high from 2021, indicating robust growth and increased user engagement on the network.
- Significant Fee Reduction: The average transaction cost has dropped to approximately $0.17, a substantial decrease from $2.15 six months ago, which lowers user costs and encourages greater participation in network activities.
- Surge in Smart Contract Deployments: A record 8.7 million smart contracts were deployed in the last quarter of 2022, reflecting a resurgence in decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT markets, further expanding the Ethereum ecosystem.
- Technological Upgrades Driving Performance: The Fusaka upgrade increased gas limits by 33%, optimizing network performance and ensuring that transaction fees remain low even as volumes rise, thereby strengthening Ethereum's position in the competitive blockchain landscape.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
