How does the gwei price affect the transaction speed in the Ethereum network?

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• cupsJun 01, 2023 · 2 years ago
  In the Ethereum network, the gwei price directly affects the transaction speed. Gwei is the unit used to measure the gas price, which determines the cost of executing transactions and smart contracts on the Ethereum blockchain. When the gwei price is set higher, it incentivizes miners to prioritize transactions with higher fees. This means that transactions with higher gwei prices are more likely to be included in the next block and get confirmed faster. On the other hand, if the gwei price is set too low, it may take longer for the transaction to be processed as miners prioritize transactions with higher fees. Therefore, users should consider setting an appropriate gwei price to ensure faster transaction speed in the Ethereum network.
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