Ethereum Achieves Record 2.2 Million Transactions in a Single Day
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
- Historic Transaction Volume: Ethereum processed 2.2 million transactions on December 30, 2025, marking the highest daily total in the network's history, indicating strong user engagement and a growing user base as the year closed.
- Significant Fee Reduction: Major protocol upgrades, including Pectra and Fusaka, implemented in 2025, reduced average transaction fees to around $0.17, enhancing throughput while significantly lowering congestion and improving reliability during peak usage.
- Increased User Participation: Active addresses surged to 728,904, the highest since May 2021, with 270,160 new addresses created on December 31, representing the largest single-day onboarding since early 2018, signaling a notable rebound in user engagement.
- Positive Future Outlook: Ethereum's roadmap for 2026 includes upgrades like Glamsterdam aimed at further improving scalability and execution efficiency; if transaction costs remain low, the current growth could establish a strong foundation for future on-chain activities.
About the author
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.
