A new debate has ignited in the Ethereum community concerning proposed fees on Layer-2 networks, raising concerns about the long-term impact of such measures. Crypto founder Zhang warns that charging Layer-2 platforms could hinder Ethereum’s decentralized structure and undermine its role as a credible settlement layer. 🌿 The proposal comes amidst growing calls for L2 contributions, stemming from declining mainnet usage and revenue attributed to increased Layer-2 activity. While some point to Ethereum’s decline as proof of insufficient contribution by L2 networks, Zhang argues that such short-term revenue generation is unsustainable for a decentralized ecosystem like Ethereum. 🏗️ He emphasizes the future of Ethereum’s value lies in its role as a hub connecting multiple Layer-2 platforms, not solely from mainnet transaction fees. 🙏 Despite the push for increased fee revenue, a growing chorus insists that the focus should be on bolstering the Ethereum network’s decentralized infrastructure and encouraging L2 engagement rather than imposing new taxes on them. This sentiment is echoed by prominent voices within the community including Vitalik Buterin and Crypto investor Nic Carter who have voiced concerns over Ethereum’s value decline. 💰