Sharplink CEO Joseph Chalom has criticized the common market practice of valuing Ethereum based on its price ratio to Bitcoin, calling it misguided. In a February 25 interview with Coinage, Chalom emphasized that Ethereum's intrinsic value should be recognized through its real-world applications and ecosystem development. He highlighted Ethereum's productive nature, which allows holders to earn staking rewards while contributing to network security, thus supporting long-term ecosystem growth.