Ethereum's single-day trading hits a new high, Layer 2 scaling solutions show remarkable effectiveness

2026-01-30 22:18:51

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According to on-chain data statistics, Ethereum’s recent daily average transaction processing scale continues to rise, with single transaction fees remaining at low levels. This impressive performance reflects the effectiveness of technological iterations within the ecosystem, especially the widespread adoption of Layer 2 scaling solutions, which are reshaping the entire network’s operational landscape.

Transaction Data Breakthroughs, Single-Day Processing Sets Record

Ethereum’s transaction throughput keeps hitting new highs, thanks in part to the sharding effect of Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum, Optimism, and others. These scaling solutions transfer a large volume of transactions from the mainnet to sidechains, reducing user costs and alleviating congestion on the mainnet. The 24-hour transaction volume reached million USD, demonstrating ongoing market confidence in the Ethereum ecosystem.

Mainnet Architecture Evolution, Settlement Layer Role Becomes Increasingly Critical

It is worth deepening the understanding that Ethereum’s mainnet is gradually evolving from a general-purpose computation layer into a modular, layered architecture serving as a neutral settlement layer. This strategic shift means the mainnet no longer handles all transactions but focuses on ensuring security and finality. This design makes the ecosystem more efficient, and the burden on individual nodes is correspondingly reduced.

Challenges in Assessing Transaction Data Quality and Economic Activity

However, when examining these record-breaking transaction volumes, we need to be cautious about the true situation behind the data. Some transaction activities are low-value operations, such as address pollution in stablecoin transfers. Although these activities are included in the total transaction count, they do not accurately reflect real economic activity. To evaluate the actual daily usage value of Ethereum, it is necessary to filter out these “false prosperity” noises and conduct in-depth analysis of genuine application scenarios and capital flows.

Striking this balance will directly impact the assessment of the health of the Ethereum ecosystem.

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