Joseph Lubin, founder of Consensys and co-founder of Ethereum, has asserted that Ethereum is establishing itself as the global settlement layer, capable of processing transactions every 12 seconds without interruption. In 2024, Ethereum settled over $25 trillion in value, underscoring its role as a foundational element in the digital economy. Lubin highlighted Ethereum's dominance in stablecoins, real-world assets, and asset tokenization projects, emphasizing its native yield capabilities and robust DeFi ecosystem. Lubin also predicted that stablecoins are poised to replace the US dollar as the global settlement currency, a shift that is gaining recognition in public markets. He expressed pride in leading a $425 million private placement for SharpLink, aimed at integrating Ethereum exposure into traditional capital markets and showcasing Ethereum's yield opportunities to a broader audience.