Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, has been influencing altcoin prices with his positive comments, leading to notable market reactions. Recently, his endorsement of the popular layer2 solution, Optimism (OP) Coin, resulted in a brief surge in the altcoin price. This article reflects on the impact of Buterin's support and its implications on the cryptocurrency market.
Influence of Vitalik Buterin on Altcoin Prices (Summary)

by Giorgi Kostiuk
2 years ago

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