Ethereum Classic's Volume Has Fallen 99% From Its Peak

Ethereum Classic's Volume Has Fallen 99% From Its Peak

Classic ether (ETC) trading volume has now fallen more than 99% from its peak over the summer. The digital currency, which powers the alternative ethereum blockchain, ethereum classic, came into existence in July amid a stream of enthusiasm. However, data suggests these high hopes have now fallen off. CoinMarketCap data reveals 24-hour trading volume repeatedly fall below $600,000 today, a figure that represented less than one-half of 1% of its all-time high of $155m reached on 3rd August. Yet, the tepid trading volume represents a mere glimpse of the low transaction activity ethereum....


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