Ethereum has been struggling to reclaim higher levels after losing the $3,100 mark earlier this week, as selling pressure and market-wide uncertainty continue to weigh on price action. Bulls are attempting to defend key support zones, but so far, momentum remains weak and upside recovery efforts have failed to gain traction. Despite this, no clear sign of a deeper breakdown has emerged, suggesting that the market could still be in a consolidation phase rather than entering a new bearish leg. Related Reading: Ethereum Whales Accumulate Aggressively: 394K ETH Worth $1.37B In Just 3 Days In the midst of this volatility, Sharplink Gaming — notably one of the first Nasdaq-listed companies to adopt a treasury strategy centered around Ethereum — has made significant on-chain moves during the recent downturn. This activity comes at a time when market sentiment has turned fearful and liquidity across exchanges has thinned, hinting that institutional actors may be positioning strategically amid the chaos. While the broader market remains on edge following Bitcoin’s dip below $100K, Ethereum’s network fundamentals and corporate adoption trends continue to attract long-term attention. Sharplink’s recent actions underscore the growing institutional role in ETH markets — and may signal that some players see opportunity where others see risk. Sharplink Gaming’s Ethereum Moves Signal Strategic Positioning According to data from Arkham shared by Lookonchain, a wallet linked to Sharplink Gaming made a significant move during the latest market correction. The wallet redeemed 5,284 ETH, valued at roughly $17.52 million, and subsequently deposited 4,364 ETH ($14.47 million) into OKX just four hours ago. The company’s total Ethereum holdings have risen to 859,395 ETH, now worth approximately $3.58 billion at current market prices. This makes Sharplink one of the most prominent institutional ETH holders, reinforcing its conviction in Ethereum’s long-term value despite short-term volatility. The move sparked debate among analysts, as the OKX deposit could imply either profit-taking or liquidity repositioning, depending on the company’s broader risk management strategy. However, given Sharplink’s consistent Ethereum accumulation and public alignment with blockchain-based initiatives, the transaction may instead represent active portfolio rebalancing during market stress — a sign of confidence rather than retreat. As Ethereum struggles to stabilize above $3,300, institutional moves like these highlight that smart money remains engaged, potentially setting the foundation for a stronger recovery once market sentiment improves and macro conditions stabilize. Related Reading: Bitcoin OI Suffers Deepest Drop Of The Cycle: $10B Leverage Wipeout Leaves Traders Cautious Ethereum Finds Temporary Support, But Recovery Faces Major Resistance Ethereum is currently trading around $3,298, struggling to reclaim ground after the sharp correction that drove prices below the $3,100 level earlier this week. The daily chart shows ETH attempting to stabilize above its 200-day moving average (red line) — a historically significant support zone that has served as a reversal area in previous market cycles. However, the broader structure remains fragile. Ethereum continues to trade below both its 50-day and 100-day moving averages, indicating that short- and mid-term momentum remains bearish. Bulls must reclaim the $3,400–$3,500 zone to confirm a stronger recovery, as this area represents both a psychological level and the point where the 50-day MA could act as dynamic resistance. Related Reading: Anti-CZ Whale Flips Bullish: Now Long $109M In Ethereum While Holding Massive Meme Shorts For now, Ethereum remains in a critical consolidation phase — holding above $3,200 is essential to prevent deeper losses. A decisive close below the 200-day MA, however, could open the door to a retest of $2,900–$3,000, marking a deeper correction phase. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
Following the crypto market crash on October 10, a bearish sentiment has dominated, with on-chain data indicating a continued decline in digital asset prices. Bitcoin (BTC), for instance, is nearing one of its worst weekly performances of the year, having recorded a 6% drop over the past seven days. The leading cryptocurrency has fallen below the critical $100,000 mark for four consecutive days. If this downward trend persists and is confirmed in the coming days, it could exacerbate selling pressure and further instill fear in the market, potentially leading to broader price declines. Short-Term Weakness Likely To Persist Taking a broader view, the market presents a mixed picture. Solana (SOL) has decreased by 20% year-to-date, while Chainlink (LINK) has suffered a 33% drop. Although Bitcoin, XRP, and Ethereum (ETH) have seen some gains this year, they have not outperformed the stock market, which has risen by 14% during the same period. Related Reading: Samourai Wallet Co-Founder Sentenced To 5 Years In Prison For Money Laundering Interestingly, October also recorded the highest weekly inflow into global crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with $5.9 billion entering in the first week alone, primarily driven by Bitcoin and significant allocations to Ethereum. However, this has failed to result in new recoveries for these assets. Recent announcements from the Federal Reserve (Fed) indicate that it will cease quantitative tightening (QT) on December 1, accompanied by an interest rate cut. This change is expected to inject more liquidity into the crypto financial system. However, analysts at The Motley Fool caution that while increased liquidity does not guarantee higher cryptocurrency prices, the cessation of QT removes a persistent headwind. They argue that although the environment in October felt bleak, the policy outlook suggests a more favorable climate moving forward. This makes it hard to predict a deep bear market in crypto at this juncture, although short-term weakness is likely to persist for some time. Crypto Market Struggles For Stability While the recent selloff has affected the entire market, the most significant losses have been among altcoins. Augustine Fan, a partner at SignalPlus, noted that aside from Bitcoin and Ethereum, the broader crypto market has been struggling for months, with minimal new investments flowing into alt-tokens or decentralized finance (DeFi) projects. He highlighted that, without new catalysts and amid ongoing concerns regarding security and regulation, mainstream participation in the market is likely to remain subdued. Related Reading: XRP Price Correction Is Far From Over: Bearish Divergence Signals Potential Revisit To $2.05 Jeff Mei, the chief operating officer of crypto exchange BTSE, attributed the latest dip in digital assets partly to worries that artificial intelligence (AI) stocks are overvalued. He warned that if a selloff occurs in artificial intelligence and tech stocks, Bitcoin could potentially fall below the $100,000 threshold, with altcoins likely to experience even steeper declines. When writing, Bitcoin managed to recover above the $103,000 mark. Yet, the leading crypto is still 18% below all-time high levels of $126,000 reached just days before the infamous market crash on October 10. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
Ethereum (ETH) price recorded a relief rally on Friday, November 7. The large-cap altcoin gained over 4% during the past 24 hours to retest a resistance/support level of around $3,468 during the mid-North American trading session. Notably, the ETH/USD pair retested a supply wall established during the last two days. As such, the ETH price …
The Ethereum price dropped nearly 25% this quarter, slipping to lows around $3,099 before stabilizing around $3,300 amid broad market weakness and rising U.S.–China trade tensions. Related Reading: Cathie Wood Trims Her 2030 Bitcoin Price Prediction To $1.2 Million – Here’s Why Data from Lookonchain revealed that three new wallets withdrew 4,920 ETH (worth $16.25 million) from Tornado Cash, a move coinciding with a 13% weekly price drop. Analysts linked the pattern to large-scale repositioning by whales, with some addresses previously associated with HEX founder Richard Heart, who reportedly transferred over 162,000 ETH ($619 million) into Tornado Cash earlier this year. Despite the sell-off, the Crypto Fear & Greed Index remained in “Extreme Fear” at 21/100, a sentiment level that historically aligns with market bottoms. Analysts at Santiment observed a sharp pivot in trader sentiment, noting that bullish commentary on ETH outnumbered bearish posts by nearly three to one. ETH's price trends to the downside on the daily chart. Source: ETHUSD chart on Tradingview Institutional Staking and ETF Inflows Offer a Glimmer of Strength Institutional data paints a more resilient picture. SharpLink, a Nasdaq-listed firm, generated $100 million in annualized yield through Ethereum staking after accumulating 859,853 ETH valued at $2.9 billion. The company’s success has fueled a new “productive ETH” narrative, positioning Ethereum as a yield-bearing treasury asset rather than a speculative one. Market strategist Kyle Reidhead described SharpLink’s yield as “a $100 million plus compounding revenue stream that works in all market conditions,” projecting Ethereum’s staking advantage over Bitcoin’s static balance sheet model. On-chain analysts expect similar strategies from firms like Bitmine, JPMorgan, and other institutional players following the SEC’s approval of ETH staking ETFs earlier this year. Meanwhile, U.S. spot ETH ETFs recorded $12.5 million in inflows on November 6, ending a six-day outflow streak and lifting total assets under management to $21.75 billion, about 5.4% of Ethereum’s market value. Technical Indicators Suggest a Potential Ethereum Price Rebound Toward $3,900–$5,000 From a technical standpoint, the Ethereum price is hovering around the $3,200–$3,350 support range, a zone many analysts, including Michaël van de Poppe, call a “prime accumulation area.” Momentum indicators such as the RSI (46) and MACD (negative but flattening) suggest bearish exhaustion. Looking ahead, traders are eyeing the upcoming Fusaka upgrade, set for December 3, 2025, which introduces PeerDAS (Peer Data Availability Sampling) to improve data throughput and scalability. If ETH reclaims the $3,900 resistance, analysts project a recovery path toward $5,000 by year-end, supported by a decline in exchange supply and renewed institutional demand. Related Reading: XRP Price Correction Is Far From Over: Bearish Divergence Signals Potential Revisit To $2.05 As staking yields and ETF inflows strengthen Ethereum’s fundamentals, market participants increasingly see the current correction as a potential springboard for a Q4 rally rather than a prolonged downturn. Cover image from ChatGPT, ETHUSD chart from Tradingview
US Spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs finally broke their six-day losing streak on November 6, posting their first day of net inflows after nearly a week of continuous capital outflows. Data from SoSoValue shows that Bitcoin ETFs drew $240.03 million in new investments over the past 24 hours, while Ethereum ETFs gained $12.51 million. Solana ETFs, meanwhile, continued to show remarkable consistency, bringing in $29.22 million in daily inflows. That figure extended Solana’s winning streak to eight consecutive days of positive capital movement, even as other major digital-asset ETFs struggled to maintain momentum. A Strong Debut For Solana ETFs Data shows that Solana ETFs launched with around $70 million on the first day and went on to accumulate roughly $531 million in net assets within the first week. Related Reading: Institutional Investors Are Buying XRP And Solana At An Accelerated Rate While They Dump Bitcoin Although this is smaller compared to the $1.5 billion Bitcoin ETFs recorded in their first week and the $1.17 billion seen by Ethereum ETFs, it is still a remarkable figure for a newcomer that entered the market during a period of volatility and cautious sentiment. Despite choppy trading conditions, Solana’s ETFs managed to attract consistent daily inflows between $37 million and $70 million through most of the week before a moderate slowdown to around $9.7 million on the seventh day. Capital Flows Shifting With Bitcoin And Ethereum Struggles The steady inflows into Solana ETFs are notable, particularly because they are happening during a difficult stretch for the broader crypto market, one that has placed Bitcoin under pressure of losing the $100,000 psychological level. Related Reading: XRP And Solana Set New $3 Billion All-Time High As Interest Explodes Data from SoSoValue reveals that Spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded a six-day run of outflows between October 29 and November 4, totaling around $2 billion in withdrawals. The single largest daily outflow occurred on November 4, when $577.74 million exited the funds. Spot Ethereum ETFs also faced a similar pattern, losing approximately $837.66 million over the same period. The split between Solana’s rising inflows and the sustained outflows from Bitcoin and Ethereum shows a subtle but important modification in investor sentiment. Although, it is important to note that both Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs witnessed positive flows in the past trading day, and bullish investors can only hope it continues to stay this way. Even so, Solana ETFs are in their early stages and still have a considerable distance to cover before matching the size and liquidity of Bitcoin and Ethereum’s products. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $101,482, down 1.6% in the past 24 hours, while Ethereum is trading at $3,336, a 1.2% decline over the same period. Solana ETF inflows are yet to reflect in the cryptocurrency’s price, as it is down by 1.4% and 15.3% in the past 24 hours and seven days, respectively, and is trading at $157. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
For years, the assumption inside crypto and across traditional finance was simple: when institutional adoption finally matured, Ethereum would be the chain Wall Street chose. This is unsurprising, considering the network is the largest smart-contract network, the default environment for developers, and the ecosystem that has shaped today’s idea of programmable finance. However, as institutional […]
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As institutional comfort with Ethereum grows, more participants appear willing to commit capital for extended periods to earn yield.
BitMine is the largest Ethereum treasury company, holding nearly 3.4 million ETH ($11.2 billion) as of Nov. 2.
Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest is doubling down on Ethereum exposure, and this time, the investment is not just through crypto or spot ETH products. On November 6, ARK acquired 240,507 shares of BitMine Immersion, a publicly traded company that treats Ethereum as a core asset for its corporate treasury. This move signals a deeper shift …
Ark Invest's acquisition underscores growing confidence in Ethereum's potential to reshape corporate treasury strategies and crypto adoption.
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Ethereum price started a fresh decline from $3,480. ETH is struggling to recover and is now at risk of another decline below $3,250. Ethereum started another bearish wave after it settled below $3,450. The price is trading below $3,400 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a new bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3,380 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it trades below $3,250. Ethereum Price Dips Again Ethereum price failed to stay in a positive zone and started a fresh decline from $3,480, like Bitcoin. ETH price declined below $3,420 and $3,400. It seems like the bears defended the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,920 swing high to the $3,058 low. There is also a new bearish trend line forming with resistance at $3,380 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $3,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is another recovery wave, the price could face resistance near the $3,350 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,380 level and the trend line. The first major resistance is near the $3,480 level. A clear move above the $3,480 resistance might send the price toward the $3,580 resistance and the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,920 swing high to the $3,058 low. An upside break above the $3,580 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,650 resistance zone or even $3,675 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,380 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,250 level. The first major support sits near the $3,220 zone. A clear move below the $3,220 support might push the price toward the $3,150 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,050 region in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,020 and $3,000. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $3,250 Major Resistance Level – $3,380
Ethereum (ETH) traders have quickly pivoted to extreme bullishness after the recent crypto market crash. According to market data analysis from Santiment, Ethereum traders have been expecting a strong rebound in the coming days following a series of deleveraging. Source: Santiment However, Santiment cautioned Ethereum traders for turning extremely bullish as history has proven that …
Ethereum is attempting to regain stability after the sharp selloff on Tuesday that sent its price plunging below $3,100. The drop triggered widespread liquidations across the crypto market, with ETH briefly touching multi-week lows before finding support. As of today, bulls are trying to reclaim the $3,350 level, a short-term resistance zone that could determine whether the asset stages a broader recovery or faces another leg down. Related Reading: ‘Bitcoin $100K Break Was Emotional’ – On-Chain Data Shows No Structural Damage Despite the volatility, on-chain data reveals a different story beneath the surface. Large investors — often referred to as whales — have continued to accumulate ETH, signaling long-term confidence in the network’s fundamentals. Their steady buying activity stands in stark contrast to the broader market’s fear-driven behavior, suggesting that major holders view the recent correction as a buying opportunity rather than a reversal. Historically, whale accumulation during deep pullbacks has often preceded strong rebounds, as institutional and long-term capital step in while retail sentiment weakens. The challenge now lies in whether Ethereum can maintain momentum above key technical levels, especially as overall market confidence remains fragile. If buying pressure continues to build, ETH could find the foundation for a sustained recovery heading into mid-November. Whales Accumulate ETH, Hinting at Impulsive Move Ahead According to Lookonchain, Ethereum whales have collectively accumulated 394,682 ETH, worth approximately $1.37 billion, over the past three days. This wave of large-scale buying comes as prices consolidate below $3,400, signaling that deep-pocketed investors are positioning ahead of a potential market rebound. Such aggressive accumulation often indicates smart money confidence in future upside potential. Historically, when whales buy during periods of widespread fear and weak price action, it suggests they are anticipating an impulsive phase — a sharp move driven by renewed liquidity and market sentiment recovery. The scale and speed of this accumulation reinforce the idea that these entities expect Ethereum to outperform once selling pressure fades. This trend also aligns with broader market behavior seen after major liquidations, where institutional players tend to absorb supply from shaken-out traders. If ETH holds above its key support around $3,100, the combination of whale accumulation, improving on-chain inflows, and reduced leverage could act as the catalyst for a breakout toward the $3,600–$3,800 range. Related Reading: Anti-CZ Whale Flips Bullish: Now Long $109M In Ethereum While Holding Massive Meme Shorts ETH Finds Support at 200-Day MA Ethereum’s daily chart shows that the asset has found temporary relief after Tuesday’s sharp selloff, which dragged prices below $3,100 for the first time in weeks. The decline brought ETH down to test its 200-day moving average (red line) — a key long-term dynamic support that historically acts as a springboard during corrective phases. Currently, Ethereum is trading around $3,380, showing signs of a modest rebound. However, bulls face immediate resistance near the $3,500–$3,600 range, where the 50-day (blue) and 100-day (green) moving averages converge. This area has repeatedly rejected upward moves since late October and will likely define short-term direction. Related Reading: Balancer Hacker Now Converting Loot to Ethereum: Stolen Funds Surge To $116.6M A decisive break above these averages could shift momentum back in favor of the bulls, opening the door for a recovery toward $3,800. On the downside, a failure to hold above the 200-day MA may trigger further weakness toward $3,000 or even $2,850, where previous demand zones exist. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
Reports have disclosed that crypto entrepreneur and Tron founder Justin Sun moved a sizable amount of Ethereum into a liquid-staking service this week. Related Reading: Everyone’s Giving Up On Bitcoin? Crypto Exec Says That’s Exactly Why It Will Rise According to on-chain data, about 45,000 ETH — worth roughly $154.5 million at the time — was shifted from the lending protocol Aave into the Lido Finance staking pool. The transfer was public and traceable on the blockchain. It drew quick attention because of its scale and timing. Sun’s Public Wallets Grow The funds had been sitting on Aave before the move. They were then deposited into Lido, which issues staked-ETH tokens that let holders keep a form of liquidity while their ETH is staked. Based on reports, Sun’s public wallets now show around $534 million in ETH holdings. That figure has reportedly surpassed his holdings in TRON’s native token, TRX, which are estimated near $519 million. Market watchers say the swap signals a shift in how some big holders are allocating capital. JUSTIN SUN JUST STAKED OVER $150M OF ETH [ARKHAM INSIGHTS] Justin Sun just withdrew $154.5M of ETH (45,000 ETH) from AAVE and deposited it to Lido Staking. He currently holds $534M of ETH in his public wallets, even more than he holds in TRX ($519M). We found this through… pic.twitter.com/rwU3H5uIKu — Arkham (@arkham) November 5, 2025 Bigger Stakes, Bigger Questions Analysts reacted fast. Some see the action as a vote of confidence in ETH’s yield options and protocol security. Others raised the point that large sums routed into single liquid-staking providers can add to centralization risks on the network. Price remains unpredictable. Also, staking carries its own risks — smart contract bugs, validator downtime, and slashing events are possibilities that investors must weigh. Market Context And Price Action Based on reports, ETH was trading near $3,389 when this movement was noted. The token had slipped about 12% in the previous week, which makes big staking flows more visible because large buys or internal transfers stand out against falling prices. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Grip Holds — But Signs Of Weakness Are Piling Up: Analyst In the broader crypto landscape, institutional and whale moves into staking have been increasing over the past months. Lido remains one of the largest liquid-staking providers, and its market share is watched closely by both traders and protocol researchers. Signals Versus Motive Actions by the Tron boss Sun could be long-term, aimed at yield, or at a broader portfolio shuffle. There is something notable in the transfer, but it is only a piece to a bigger picture— including holdings, trading, and trends beyond the broader indirect markets. Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
Bitcoin could climb to around $170,000 over the next 6–12 months based on its volatility-adjusted comparison to gold, according to JPMorgan.
The seed round was led by Castle Island Ventures, with participation from Inflection, Placeholder, Seed Club Ventures, and 1kx.
Though Ethereum is still the preferred platform among institutions for asset tokenization, DeFi apps and stablecoin creation, it faces threats that will erode its edge if it doesn't move to meet the market, argues Axelar co-founder and CEO Sergey Gorbunov.
Kalshi anchor partner Robinhood processed $2.5 billion in prediction-market volume in October — implying a $300 million annualized run rate.
Despite a slight recovery in cryptocurrency prices on Wednesday, experts remain divided on the future direction of Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL). The market is at a crossroads, with some analysts anticipating a deeper correction, while others see the potential for a renewed recovery. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF Hits 52-Week Low According to a report from Barron’s, all three cryptocurrencies have attracted attention from major exchange-traded fund (ETF) issuers and President Trump’s administration, spurring hopes that increased institutional adoption could help stabilize volatility. Related Reading: Bitcoin Price Falls Under $100,000: Elliott Wave Analysis Forecasts Decline To $70,000 The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF is currently trading more than 20% below its recent 52-week high, which was reached less than a month ago. This peak coincided with the formation of a bearish evening star pattern, and the ETF experienced a notable decline of 3% on October 7. The drop below the $70 mark has added to the bearish sentiment, with the ETF declining in three of the last four weeks, closing within the lower half of its trading range. This week alone has seen an 8% drop, and the ETF recently undercut its 200-day simple moving average, marking a steep 5.5% decline—the largest single-day drop since April 7. For investors to regain confidence, analysts assert that it is crucial for the ETF to hold near current levels and reclaim the 21-day exponential moving average (EMA), a key indicator of bullish momentum. Historically, recoveries have taken about six sessions, as seen back in April. Ethereum ETF Faces 17% Weekly Decline Ethereum, represented through the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF, has experienced a more pronounced decline, now down 34% from its annual peak and showing a negative year-to-date performance of 5%. This week alone, the ETF has dropped 17%, roughly double the decline seen in the Bitcoin Trust ETF. However, the sharp pullback follows a significant increase of over 220% from early April to late August, making the current retreat appear both prudent and necessary. Notably, the fund has not yet pierced its 200-day simple moving average, having touched it recently while retesting a breakout above a bullish inverse head-and-shoulders pattern. The behavior of the ETF around this critical moving average in the coming week will be crucial; if stability can be achieved, it may present an attractive buying opportunity. After facing resistance at the $40 level on August 22, recent price action could be forming a double-bottom base, provided that the recent lows hold. Heightened Concerns For Solana Solana’s performance has been the most concerning, with its ETF plummeting 41% from its most recent 52-week high set in September. This heightened volatility may reflect the asset’s relative newness, as it began trading only in April. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Needs To Reclaim This Key Level To Prevent Drop To $1,700 The Solana ETF peaked on September 18 and has since formed a bearish island reversal pattern. Over the past seven weeks, it has fallen in five of those, with three weeks recording double-digit declines. This week alone, the ETF has dropped another 19% through just two trading sessions. On the daily chart, a break below the bearish head-and-shoulders pivot at $19 raises concerns of a potential measured move down to $12. Ultimately, the report suggests that a potential recovery for the trio would imply further inflows into these exchange-traded funds. This would also indicate a new wave of bullish sentiment returning to the market. At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading at $104,190, marking a 3% surge over the past 24 hours. During the same time frame, ETH and SOL also recorded gains of 5% and 4%, respectively. Featured image from DALL-E, chart from TradingView.com
BitMine's strategic Ether acquisition highlights growing institutional confidence in Ethereum as a hedge against financial market volatility.
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Ethereum price started a fresh decline below $3,500. ETH is attempting to recover from $3,050 but faces resistance near $3,500. Ethereum started another bearish wave after it settled below $3,550. The price is trading below $3,500 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,410 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could continue to move down if it trades below $3,320. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price failed to stay in a positive zone and started a fresh decline below $3,500, like Bitcoin. ETH price declined below $3,450 and $3,350 to enter a bearish zone. The decline gained pace below $3,250. Finally, the bulls appeared near $3,050. A low was formed at $3,058 and the price recently started a recovery wave. There was a move above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,920 swing high to the $3,058 low. Besides, there was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $3,410 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. However, the bears remained active below $3,500 and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,920 swing high to the $3,058 low. Ethereum price is now trading below $3,400 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If there is another recovery wave, the price could face resistance near the $3,450 level. The next key resistance is near the $3,480 level. The first major resistance is near the $3,500 level. A clear move above the $3,500 resistance might send the price toward the $3,550 resistance. An upside break above the $3,550 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,740 resistance zone or even $3,800 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,480 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $3,320 level. The first major support sits near the $3,260 zone. A clear move below the $3,260 support might push the price toward the $3,150 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $3,050 region in the near term. The next key support sits at $3,020 and $3,000. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bearish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $3,260 Major Resistance Level – $3,500
Data shows sentiment around Bitcoin and Ethereum has plummeted on social media, but XRP and other altcoins are just observing apathy. Social Media Traders Have Turned Bearish On Bitcoin & Ethereum In a new insight post, on-chain analytics firm Santiment has talked about how sentiment around cryptocurrencies has changed on social media following the latest market crash. The indicator of relevance here is the “Positive/Negative Sentiment,” which tells us how bullish sentiment compares against the bearish one on the major social media platforms. Related Reading: Altcoin Winter Here? Ethereum, Solana Activity Plunges The metric works by going through social media posts/messages/threads to separate them into positive and negative using a machine-learning model. Once the posts have been divided, it counts up the number in each category and takes the ratio between them. First, here is a chart that shows the trend in the Positive/Negative Sentiment for Bitcoin over the last few months: As shown in the graph above, Bitcoin Positive/Negative Sentiment has recently plunged, suggesting bearish sentiment has risen on social media platforms. The current value of the indicator is the third lowest for the past six months. Interestingly, the two instances with lower levels coincided with local bottoms for the cryptocurrency. This pattern of the asset going against the crowd opinion has actually been witnessed regularly throughout its history. Considering this, the shift to a negative sentiment on social media may turn out to be a bullish signal for the BTC price. Bitcoin isn’t the only cryptocurrency that’s witnessing a surge in bearish sentiment right now. As Santiment has pointed out, Ethereum has also seen a similar trend in the Positive/Negative Sentiment. In fact, the negative comments have been even more intense for Ethereum, as the current value is the second lowest for the last six months. “Only the flash crash back on October 10th, when Trump temporarily threatened 100% tariffs on China, saw a higher level of bearish vs. bullish comments,” noted the analytics firm. Interestingly, while Bitcoin and Ethereum have seen this development, most other assets in the sector are showing a different trend. Below is a chart that shows how the Positive/Negative Sentiment currently looks for XRP, the coin ranked fourth by market cap. From the graph, it’s apparent that the indicator is sitting at a neutral level for XRP, implying social media users aren’t leaning one way or the other, despite the volatility. Related Reading: CryptoQuant Head Reveals Reason Behind Bearish Bitcoin Trend “Unlike the top two marketcaps in crypto, XRP is showing what most other altcoins are showing… a surprising level of disinterest,” said Santiment. “It’s clear that most of retail has shifted their focus to just talking about BTC (and ETH, to a slightly lesser extent).” BTC Price At the time of writing, Bitcoin is trading around $102,600, down more than 9% over the last week. The trend in the price of the coin over the last five days | Source: BTCUSDT on TradingView Featured image from Dall-E, Santiment.net, chart from TradingView.com
Swiss banking giant UBS has taken a major step toward institutional blockchain by completing its first live tokenized fund transaction on the Ethereum network, a landmark demonstration of blockchain’s real-world utility. By bringing fund operations into blockchain rails, UBS demonstrates how tokenization can eliminate settlement friction, improve transparency, and expand access to digital asset markets. How Institutional Adoption Of Ethereum Is Accelerating In the echelons of global finance and true innovation, UBS, the legendary Swiss banking giant, has announced the completion of the first live tokenized fund transaction on the Ethereum blockchain. According to CryptoGucci’s post on X, UBS has achieved the first on-chain redemption of a tokenized fund using Chainlink’s Digital Transfer Agent (DTA). This agreement marks a milestone in blockchain infrastructure for the $100 trillion fund industry. Related Reading: Ethereum Demand Climbs As Monthly Transactions Hit New All-Time High The transaction involved the tokenized UBS USD Money Market Investment Fund Token (uMINT) on the ETH blockchain. This achievement is engineered to drive unprecedented operational efficiencies and unlock new possibilities for product composability within the traditionally rigid fund industry. Meanwhile, UBS’s proprietary tokenization platform is leading this charge, a platform designed to automate key functions. As articulated by Mike Dargan, UBS Chief Operating Officer and Technology Officer, this transaction represents a key milestone in how smart contract-based technologies and advanced technical standards are poised to enhance fund operations and the investor experience. Ethereum is entering a new era of a super-cycle, where the current price of ETH does not reflect the monumental improvements in its fundamental infrastructure over the past several months. A full-time stock investor and trader, known as StockTrader_Max, has noted that the current situation won’t last much longer, due to the 8-year historical chart of ETH. It also shows that the ETH uptrend over the past 5 years has been in a consolidation phase that’s likely nearing its end. However, this breakout won’t emerge before the end of 2025. Those traders and investors who are patient will benefit exponentially from the super-cycle that is inevitably approaching. This breakout will occur as Wall Street and the broader financial industry adopt the blockchain space and start building on ETH. The Repo Market Just Flashed A Signal Co-founder of weRate_Official, Host of CoinCompassHQ, and bestselling author at Forbes 30U30, Quinten Francois, has revealed that the repo market had just broken. The Federal Reserve just executed an overnight repo operation, injecting a staggering $29.4 billion into the banking system, which is the biggest since the chaos of 2020. Related Reading: Ethereum Emerges As The Sole Trillion-Dollar Institutional Store Of Value — Here’s Why In 2019, this exact scenario triggered an emergency liquidity injection of $255 billion, followed by $6 trillion in Quantitative Easing (QE) after the COVID pandemic conveniently appeared. “Ignore the noise, because this is how every major liquidity cycle begins,” Francois mentioned. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com
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The crypto market faced a violent downturn, with Ethereum breaking below the $3,100 level while Bitcoin lost the critical $100,000 mark, triggering widespread liquidation and fear-driven selling. Panic quickly rippled across the market, and sentiment flipped sharply bearish as traders rushed to reduce exposure, price targets vanished from social media, and risk assets saw a cascade of exits. In moments like these, emotions often outweigh fundamentals — and this week was a clear reminder of that dynamic. Related Reading: Balancer Hacker Now Converting Loot to Ethereum: Stolen Funds Surge To $116.6M However, even in periods of sharp fear, not all market participants behave the same. Some notable players have begun shifting their stance, hinting that strategic positioning may already be underway beneath the panic. Among them is the well-known Anti-CZ Whale — a trader who gained attention after aggressively shorting ASTER immediately following Changpeng Zhao’s public post announcing he bought ASTER. That trade paid off massively as ASTER surged briefly and then retraced sharply, delivering this whale tens of millions in unrealized profit. Now, in a notable shift, this trader has flipped from shorting Ethereum to going long, signaling renewed conviction despite the market’s emotional breakdown. As fear peaks, sophisticated players may already be preparing for the next phase — raising the question: is this capitulation… or opportunity? Whale Rotates Into ETH Long as Market Panic Peaks According to Lookonchain, the well-known Anti-CZ Whale has executed a notable portfolio shift, flipping from shorting Ethereum to taking a long position worth 32,802 ETH (~$109 million). Now, the whale is maintaining a 58.27M ASTER short (~$59.7M), signaling conviction that ASTER’s weakness may continue despite recent volatility. Alongside this, the whale holds a 1.99B kPEPE short (~$11.3M), a bet against speculative memecoin flows during uncertainty. Meanwhile, a small 130,566 DOGE long (~$21.5K) appears more symbolic than directional, likely serving as a hedge or sentiment gauge rather than a major conviction play. The standout move is clearly the ETH long, signaling the whale views Ethereum’s drop below $3,100 as oversold rather than structurally bearish. Taking such a position during peak fear suggests an expectation of recovery once forced liquidations cool and liquidity stabilizes. While broader sentiment remains fragile, this shift implies sophisticated capital may already be positioning for an eventual rebound — reinforcing ETH’s role as a core asset even amid aggressive market stress. Related Reading: Anti-CZ Whale Scores Nearly $100M On ASTER And Altcoin Shorts As Market Sells Off ETH Price Technical Outlook: Testing Key Support as Panic Selling Eases Ethereum is attempting to stabilize after a steep breakdown below the $3,500 region, with price now reacting around the $3,300 zone. This level aligns closely with the 200-day moving average (red line), making it a critical support area for bulls to defend. The recent candle structure shows heavy volatility and high sell-side volume, confirming panic-driven liquidations as the primary force behind the move — rather than a fundamental shift in trend. The aggressive flush followed a series of lower highs throughout October, signaling weakening momentum before the breakdown. The 50-day and 100-day moving averages (blue and green) are trending down and currently overhead, adding pressure and reinforcing the short-term bearish structure. A recovery above the 50-day MA would be an early sign of strength, but Ethereum must reclaim the $3,500 zone to regain bullish control. Related Reading: Whale Piles Into ASTER Shorts After CZ’s Comment – $52.8M On the Line Volume has spiked dramatically, suggesting capitulation behavior — often near cycle pivot points. The wick near $3,150 hints that buyers stepped in aggressively at lows, consistent with accumulation dynamics observed among sophisticated traders. If ETH holds above the 200-day MA and builds a base here, it could set up a relief rally. A sustained break below $3,150, however, risks further downside toward $2,900 as liquidity pockets remain thin below current levels. Featured image from ChatGPT, chart from TradingView.com
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As the cryptocurrency market faces significant volatility in November 2025, Ethereum (ETH) and XRP are exhibiting unique price behavior compared to Bitcoin (BTC). While Bitcoin continues to drain liquidity from the broader market, popular analyst CryptoInsightUK believes ETH and XRP may not necessarily follow BTC’s lead this time. Ethereum Nears Critical Bottom, Eyes Resistance Zone …
The crypto market crash continues. Bitcoin, which spent most of 2025 steadily climbing toward the $100,000 mark, is now losing ground. Along with BTC, Ethereum, XRP, and other altcoins are also dropping gradually. Ethereum Price Drops Below 200-Day EMA Ethereum recently lost a major line of defense: the 200-day exponential moving average (EMA). This key …
However, one analyst said the bullish structure for the crypto market still stands despite the largely negative sentiment.