I am Ethan Cole, a systems analyst and blockchain infrastructure consultant based in the United States. My professional career has been built on in-depth analysis of Layer 1 (L1) protocols, and now I bring all my knowledge to Cryptocurrency Magazine. Over the years, I have dedicated my work to breaking down the technical architecture of base networks, and I have gained a solid understanding that allows me to analyze and evaluate each project from a comprehensive perspective. My approach is strictly technical and analytical, aimed at providing an objective view of the long-term viability of the pillars that support the ecosystem. In my profession, I understand that infrastructure cannot be analyzed in isolation. Therefore, my research comprehensively covers two areas that I consider key to the evolution of the crypto ecosystem: Altcoins: I analyze the deployment of assets on various L1 networks, studying their interoperability and the added value they bring to existing ecosystems. Regulation: I closely monitor the US and international regulatory framework, assessing how public policies impact the development of base protocols and institutional compliance. I take a very critical view of how regulations are negatively affecting the development of new technology, imposing limitations where there should be total freedom.