Utility mining is a blockchain incentive model where users earn tokens by performing actions that contribute real utility to a network rather than by validating transactions. These actions may include providing liquidity, computing resources, data, storage, or other services required by the protocol. Instead of relying on energy-intensive mining or large token stakes, utility mining rewards measurable participation and usage. The system typically tracks contributions through smart contracts and distributes rewards accordingly. Utility mining is often used in decentralized applications and infrastructure-focused protocols.
Prominent Ethereum evangelist David Hoffman revealed he has completely exited his ETH position, arguing that network growth will no longer drive token repricing