The article discusses methods for measuring growth in the cryptocurrency sector, emphasizing the importance of both on-chain metrics and user engagement. It highlights various indicators that can provide insights into the health and sustainability of crypto projects, such as transaction volume, active addresses, and community activity. Understanding these metrics can help investors and developers gauge the potential success of cryptocurrencies in a rapidly evolving market.

Blockchain networks can be effectively compared through aggregated metrics, including developer, network, usage, and financial metrics. This approach simplifies tracking changes in smart contract networks by using combined measures such as Total Value Locked (TVL) and Fees, while acknowledging the limitations of these abstractions. The article emphasizes the need for careful interpretation of these scores to understand market dynamics and network performance over time.