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ICP Token Soars 93% Despite Centralization Concerns

1/18/2025

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The Internet Computer (ICP) token surged to $11.18, a remarkable 93% increase from its 2024 low. However, researcher Justin Bons raised alarms, calling it centralized and insecure due to its dependence on 40 subnets, which he claims hinders scalability and heightens vulnerability to attacks. Meanwhile, ICP struggles to keep pace with other cryptocurrencies, hosting few DeFi applications.

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The Internet Computer (ICP) token surged to $11.18, a remarkable 93% increase from its 2024 low. However, researcher Justin Bons raised alarms, calling it centralized and insecure due to its dependence on 40 subnets, which he claims hinders scalability and heightens vulnerability to attacks. Meanwhile, ICP struggles to keep pace with other cryptocurrencies, hosting few DeFi applications.