Ethereum Drives Blockchain Development: New Developer Numbers Highlight a Multi-Chain Future

Data from Electric Capital reveals that Ethereum remained the frontrunner in blockchain development throughout 2025, attracting 16,181 new developers. This surge in activity reflects the growing popularity of scalable, multi-chain ecosystems, where projects like Ethereum’s Layer 2 solutions and cross-chain collaborations are driving innovation. Solana, with its 11,534 new developers, is experiencing rapid growth, while Bitcoin continues to attract a dedicated developer community at 7,494. These findings emphasize the shift in development focus towards more interoperable and flexible platforms like Ethereum.