According to the latest data from Santiment, Internet Computer (ICP) continues to dominate blockchain development activity, posting the highest 30-day average with a score of 557.7.
The metric reflects sustained GitHub contributions from key developer teams, signaling robust ongoing progress.
Chainlink (on Ethereum) follows in second place with 370.8, while Starknet, a Layer 2 scaling solution, takes third at 260.6.
Top 10 Projects by Development Activity
- Internet Computer (ICP) – 557.7
- Chainlink (LINK) – 370.8
- Starknet (STRK) – 260.6
- Cardano (ADA) – 238.6
- Polkadot (DOT) – 218.5
- Kusama (KSM) – 218.5
- Optimism (OP) – 216.9
- DeepBook Protocol (DEEP) – 206.3
- Sui (SUI) – 206.3
- Ethereum (ETH) – 185.7
Notably, Cardano and Polkadot maintain their strong positions, reinforcing their long-standing reputations for developer engagement. Sui, a newer entrant, continues to climb the ranks with ongoing infrastructure improvements and ecosystem integrations.
Technical Progress as a Leading Indicator
Development activity is often viewed as a reliable signal of long-term project health and innovation. While market prices may fluctuate, teams that consistently push code updates and product iterations are often better positioned for sustainable growth.
With several Layer 1s and Layer 2s in the top ranks, the data highlights the fierce competition among scalable blockchain platforms aiming to secure mindshare and market adoption.
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