@hamlets
Ethereum 2.0's full transition to Proof of Stake (PoS) is a critical milestone for the network, bringing both technical improvements and economic changes. One of the most significant effects on ETH value will be the reduction in the network’s inflation rate, as staking rewards are issued to validators rather than miners. This change could reduce the overall supply of ETH entering circulation, making the asset more deflationary. Additionally, the higher staking rewards incentivize users to lock their ETH, further decreasing circulating supply. This change should have a positive long-term impact on ETH's price, as scarcity and staking yields attract more capital to Ethereum, solidifying its position as the leading smart contract platform in DeFi and beyond.