Ethereum, Tron, and Binance Smart Chain Dominate L1 Blockchain TVL
In a recent report by Coingecko, Ethereum, Tron, and Binance Smart Chain collectively make up 92.5% of the total value locked (TVL) of the top Layer-1 blockchains. However, the report suggests that L1s are experiencing only modest growth in TVL in comparison to L2s.
A Yearly Peak
The data in the report reveals that as of October, Ethereum holds the top position as the foremost L1 blockchain, with a TVL of $23 billion. It reached its peak TVL of $31.5 billion in April 2023. Tron secured the second position with a TVL of $7.9 billion, while Binance Smart Chain stood at $2.8 billion. Notably, six of the top 10 L1 blockchains now operate on the Proof-of-Stake (PoS) consensus mechanism, with Bitcoin ranking at number 8.
An L2 Leader
Arbitrum is identified as the leading Layer 2 solution, securing a TVL of $1.79 billion in October, accounting for 41.2% of the market share among the top Layer 2 solutions.
Hot Take: The Future of Blockchain Tech
The dominance of Ethereum, Tron, and Binance Smart Chain in the L1 blockchain sector, as well as the rise of Layer 2 solutions like Arbitrum, showcase the evolving landscape of blockchain technology. As the industry continues to grow and adapt, it’s likely that these trends will influence the future development and adoption of blockchain platforms and solutions.