In the next 10 years, Ethereum is expected to solidify its role as the foundation of the decentralized internet. With the transition to Proof of Stake now complete, Ethereum is more energy-efficient and scalable. Upcoming upgrades like Danksharding will further boost performance and reduce gas fees, making it more user-friendly.

Ethereum’s dominance in DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 applications will likely continue, supported by a growing developer ecosystem. Institutional interest may expand, especially as tokenization of real-world assets (like real estate and bonds) gains momentum on the Ethereum network.

Interoperability and layer-2 rollups will be key to mass adoption, allowing Ethereum to scale without sacrificing security or decentralization. Regulatory frameworks will influence its growth, but ETH is well-positioned as a programmable global settlement layer.