Ethereum vs Proprietary Token Solutions - Comparison Summary

Feature

Ethereum

Proprietary Blockchain

Customization

Limited to existing standards (ERC-20, ERC-721)

Full control over token logic and ecosystem design

Interoperability

High (widely supported by exchanges and dApps)

Lower, unless integrated with Ethereum or other blockchains

Scalability

Limited, though improving (Ethereum 2.0)

Fully controllable, better suited for specific use cases

Security

Strong, decentralized network

Depends on governance and design, may be more centralized

Privacy

Public ledger, no direct privacy controls

Can implement privacy features (private or permissioned blockchain)

Transaction Fees

Gas fees, can be high during congestion

Lower transaction fees with control over the network

Development Complexity

Easier (lots of tools and community support)

More complex, requires dedicated development and maintenance

Ecosystem Support

Large, thriving developer ecosystem

Smaller ecosystem, potential for limited support

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