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Flippening

The flippening is a speculative scenario where Bitcoin's total value of stock shares (market cap) is overtaken by Ethereum's. This would mean that Ethereum would become the most valuable cryptocurrency, and Bitcoin would become second. The flippening has been predicted to happen by some in the cryptocurrency community, and many are eagerly awaiting it. There are a few reasons why the flippening could occur. First, Ethereum has a much higher transaction volume than Bitcoin. This is because Ethereum is used for more than just currency; it is also used for smart contracts and other applications. Second, Ethereum's market cap is growing at a faster rate than Bitcoin's. This is because more and more people are investing in Ethereum, and its price is rising. Finally, Ethereum has a more active development community than Bitcoin. This is because Ethereum is constantly evolving and improving, while Bitcoin has been stagnant for years. If any of these factors continue to grow at their current rate, it is possible that the flippening could occur within the next few years.



26 Dec 2023

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