Hoskinson: Solana's Short-Term Edge Over ETH, Long-Term Potential for Ethereum
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Dec 28 2025- Short-Term Advantage: Hoskinson noted that Solana's rapid upgrade capabilities and high transaction throughput make it more appealing in the short term compared to Ethereum's research-focused approach, particularly for projects involving tokenized equities.
- Market Performance: While Solana's total value locked has reached $8.37 billion, it still lags significantly behind Ethereum's $68.375 billion, indicating the latter's superior depth and breadth in the financial ecosystem.
- Long-Term Strategy: Ethereum focuses on long-term growth through technological upgrades like zero-knowledge proofs and advanced scaling solutions, aiming to serve as a verification layer across multiple networks, thereby enhancing its market position.
- Market Dynamics: Currently, both Ethereum and Solana have seen price declines, with ETH dropping 2% and SOL falling 1% in the past 24 hours, reflecting a cautious market sentiment towards both cryptocurrencies.
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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.
