Comparative Research on Cryptocurrency Efficiency: An Objective Analysis of Key Metrics
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https://doi.org/10.47839/ijc.23.4.3755Keywords:
Cryptocurrency Efficiency, Comparative Analysis, Blockchain Metrics, Decentralized Finance, Performance EvaluationAbstract
Cryptocurrencies have introduced a transformative paradigm in financial technology, challenging traditional financial structures and creating novel transactional frameworks. With the rapid expansion of the cryptocurrency market, the need for objective assessment and comparative analysis of leading digital assets has become increasingly pertinent. This study presents a detailed, data-driven evaluation of five prominent cryptocurrencies: Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), USD Coin, and Lido Staked Ether (STETH). Drawing on an extensive dataset sourced from IntoTheBlock, a leading platform for cryptocurrency analytics, we assess these cryptocurrencies based on selected efficiency indicators. Our research methodology encompasses a systematic exploration of financial and network metrics, including market capitalization, volatility, daily active addresses, and transaction statistics. The results provide nuanced insights into the relative performance of these assets, identifying Bitcoin as the most efficient based on the selected criteria. This work emphasizes the significance of empirical, data-centric methodologies, eschewing subjective judgments, to deliver actionable insights for investors, policymakers, and scholars in the domain of decentralized finance.
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