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Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $1,980. ETH is now consolidating and remain at risk of another decline below $1,920. Ethereum struggled to extend gains above $2,000 and corrected lower. The price is trading below $1,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1,960 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,000 zone. Ethereum Price Remains In The Red Ethereum price failed to stay above $2,000 and started a fresh decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below the $1,980 and $1,960 levels to enter a bearish zone. The pair dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,168 high. The bears even pushed the price toward the $1,900 support. Besides, there is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1,960 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $1,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $1,920, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $1,960 level and the trend line. The first key resistance is near the $2,000 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,050 level. A clear move above the $2,050 resistance might send the price toward the $2,150 resistance. An upside break above the $2,150 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,250 resistance zone or even $2,280 in the near term. Downside Extension In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $1,960 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,920 level. The first major support sits near the $1,900 zone or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,168 high. A clear move below the $1,900 support might push the price toward the $1,845 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,800 region. The main support could be $1,750. 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 – $1,900 Major Resistance Level – $2,000

Ethereum is attempting to stabilize after its recent pullback, but the recovery so far lacks convincing strength. With price rejecting key levels and higher-timeframe risks still looming, ETH finds itself at a critical decision point where the next structural move could define the short-term trend. No 5-Wave Breakout, No Confirmation For Ethereum Yet Ethereum continues to trade in a technically vulnerable zone. According to More Crypto Online,  until the market prints a clear five-wave impulsive structure to the upside, or at a minimum breaks decisively above the weekend high, the probability of further downside under the outlined “orange scenario” remains elevated. Without that confirmation, the broader risk profile has not materially improved. Related Reading: Ethereum Libra Formation In Play: ETH’s Next Big Move Could Be Loading The bounce from last week’s low, while noticeable, still carries a weak and corrective appearance. Momentum has not expanded in a way that would typically signal the start of a sustainable bullish reversal. Instead, the structure so far suggests a potential counter-trend move within a larger bearish or sideways framework. That said, the current area on the chart is technically significant. Following the recent liquidation-driven decline, the price has reached a zone where markets often attempt to stabilize. Sharp flushes can sometimes mark exhaustion points, making it reasonable to stay alert for early reversal signals,  particularly if sentiment has become overly pessimistic. However, as More Crypto Online emphasizes, anticipation is not confirmation. The micro-structure now becomes critical. Only a shift toward impulsive upside behavior or a clear break of key resistance levels would validate a meaningful low. $2,100 Rejection Signals Resistance Flip Charting the daily timeframe for Ethereum, Luca, a market expert and investor, noted that while price has managed to bounce on the lower timeframes, the recovery has already faced rejection at a key former support zone around $2,100, highlighted in purple. This level previously acted as support but was lost during the recent decline, turning it into resistance on the way back up. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Closes Sub-$2,000 Support As Crypto Rout Intensifies The inability to reclaim that range signals that upside momentum remains fragile. Until Ethereum can decisively flip the $2,100 area back into support, Luca believes the structure continues to favor caution rather than calling for a confirmed bottom. As a result, the more probable path in his view is a continuation lower toward the higher-timeframe support zone marked in green. That area aligns with the early-April bottoming formation and could provide a stronger foundation for a more sustainable bullish reversal attempt. Given this outlook, Luca explained that he is maintaining hedges on lower timeframes to manage downside exposure. Until clear strength emerges and key levels are reclaimed, protecting capital remains the priority. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum is increasingly positioning itself at the intersection of blockchain and artificial intelligence (AI), with growing discussions around its potential to become the default network for AI development. As AI systems demand secure data verification, ETH’s programmable smart contracts and robust ecosystem offer a compelling foundation. Its ability to provide trustless execution, decentralized data markets, and verifiable computation could address some of the biggest challenges facing modern AI. Why Ethereum’s Cryptographic Advantage In AI Development Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has outlined a clear vision for positioning ETH as the leading platform for artificial intelligence development. According to BSCN’s recent post, Vitalik has argued on X that ETH should lead AI innovation rather than copying others by focusing on zero-knowledge (ZK) privacy payments and reputation systems. Related Reading: Vitalik Reframes Ethereum L2 Strategy as ETF Inflows Return and Mainnet Scaling Accelerates In response to comments from ETH’s AI leadership post, Vitalik urged developers to consider building a fundamentally better solution rather than merely rebranding existing concepts. Vitalik emphasized that developers should do something fundamentally better by combining technology improvement in ZK, a privacy-preserving payments system, and on-chain reputation. If executed correctly, this approach could position ETH as the default platform for next-generation AI development with meaningful technology improvements. Ethereum has taken a major step toward building the foundation for autonomous AI systems, with 13,000 AI agents registered on the network in a single day, followed by the launch of ERC-8004, which went live on mainnet. Crypto analyst Teng Yan noted that the new standard allows AI agents to establish portable on-chain identities and build verifiable trust layers. However, the surge was mostly coordinated bulk onboarding, and most of the newly registered AI agents have claimed identities but are not yet active, which is normal for early infrastructure development. The real signal will emerge as reputation updates that are climbing. Recursion As Both A Scaling Tool And A Security Risk The Ethereum Foundation is releasing detailed requirements for the zero-knowledge virtual machine (zkVM) architecture whitepaper, a document to be delivered in three milestones. The Founder of ABDK Consulting, Dmitry Khovratovich, emphasized that modern zkVMs are not monolithic circuits. Instead, they consist of multiple interconnected components, including segmentation, buses, memory structures, and recursion. Related Reading: SEAL and Ethereum Foundation Partner to Combat Wallet Drainers: Security-First Investors Switch to $BMIC Each component may be secure on its own, but the overall reliability of this system-level security depends on how they interact and function together. As a result, the whitepaper will address both architectural details and the broader security arguments supporting the recursive proof structure. The Ethereum Foundation expects the final version of the documentation to be completed by December 2026 alongside the release of zkVM proofs, which are projected to be approximately 300 kilobytes (KB) in size while maintaining a 128-bit provable security level. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum whales have continued to accumulate despite the current downtrend in the ETH price, providing a bullish outlook for the second-largest crypto by market cap. Notably, ETH withdrawals from exchanges recently reached their highest level since October last year, totaling over $400 million.  Ethereum Whales Accelerate Withdrawals From Exchanges Crypto analyst Arab Chain noted in a CryptoQuant analysis that rising Ethereum withdrawals from exchanges have reached their highest level since October. The analyst noted that the exchange netflow data over the past few days indicates a clear acceleration in withdrawal activity. This signals a shift in Ethereum whales’ behavior as demand outpaces supply.  Related Reading: Can Ethereum Price Still Hit $7,600 In 2026? Here Are The Odds Arab Chain revealed that across all exchanges, the net Ethereum outflows have exceeded 220,000 ETH, marking the highest level of withdrawals since October last year. This suggests that Ethereum whales are moving their coins to private wallets or long-term storage protocols, a move that the analyst noted is often associated with accumulation phases or risk-reduction behavior.  Notably, daily net outflows on Binance reached nearly 158,000 ETH on February 5, the largest since August last year. Arab Chain stated that this confirms that a substantial portion of the recent outflows has been concentrated on the exchange with the deepest liquidity. From a price perspective, the analyst noted that the Ethereum whale accumulation coincided with ETH trading near the $1,800 to $2,000 range.  Therefore, these Ethereum whales may see these levels as attractive zones for holding or repositioning amid this crypto market downtrend. Arab Chain added that the continued outflow of ETH from exchanges at this scale reduces immediate selling pressure and could provide near-term support for the ETH price, especially if the market gains momentum again.  Ethereum Staking Hits New High According to Token Terminal, Ethereum staking has surpassed 30% of the total supply, marking a new all-time high (ATH) in terms of staking ratio. Market commentator The Milk Road noted that this means that 36.8 million ETH, around $72 billion, is now locked up, with almost 1 million validators securing the network.  Related Reading: Ethereum Price Set To Break Out Against Bitcoin, But How High Can It Go? The Milk Road further described this development as a sign of conviction in the Ethereum ecosystem, noting that these whales are willing to lock up $74 billion during a market downtrend. Notably, the staking exit queue is around 4.1 million ETH, which the market commentator remarked is nothing compared to what is currently staked.  Interestingly, it also takes about 72 days to stake ETH at the moment, with staking demand at a new high. Meanwhile, the Milk Road also noted that the obvious impact is a significant supply restriction, which is a bullish catalyst for the ETH price.  At the time of writing, the Ethereum price is trading at around $1,965, down in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price started a fresh decline and traded below $2,000. ETH is now consolidating and remain at risk of another decline below $1,950. Ethereum struggled to extend gains above $2,020 and corrected lower. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1,980 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,020 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Further Ethereum price failed to stay above $2,050 and started a fresh decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below the $2,020 and $2,000 levels to enter a bearish zone. The pair dipped below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,169 high. Besides, there is a bearish trend line forming with resistance at $1,980 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. However, the bulls were active near $1,900. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $1,900, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $1,960 level and the trend line. The first key resistance is near the $2,000 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,020 level. A clear move above the $2,020 resistance might send the price toward the $2,165 resistance. An upside break above the $2,165 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,250 resistance zone or even $2,280 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,000 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,920 level. The first major support sits near the $1,900 zone or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,169 high. A clear move below the $1,850 support might push the price toward the $1,820 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,750 region. The main support could be $1,720. 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 – $1,900 Major Resistance Level – $2,020

Ethereum price started a recovery wave above $2,000. ETH is now consolidating and remain at risk of another decline below $1,980. Ethereum struggled to extend gains above $2,120 and corrected lower. The price is trading below $2,050 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $2,040 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,120 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Again Ethereum price managed to form a base above $1,950 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded above the $1,980 and $2,020 resistance levels. The pair even spiked above $2,140. A high was formed at $2,168, and the price is now moving lower. There was a drop below $2,050. The price tested the 38.2% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,168 high. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,050 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,000, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,050 level. There is also a contracting triangle forming with resistance at $2,040 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The first key resistance is near the $2,065 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,120 level. A clear move above the $2,120 resistance might send the price toward the $2,165 resistance. An upside break above the $2,165 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,250 resistance zone or even $2,280 in the near term. Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,065 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,000 level. The first major support sits near the $1,950 zone or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,745 swing low to the $2,168 high. A clear move below the $1,950 support might push the price toward the $1,900 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,850 region. The main support could be $1,820. 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 – $2,000 Major Resistance Level – $2,065

Ethereum’s outlook for 2026 has become increasingly contested after the most recent downturn in the entire crypto market. Earlier this year, research from Standard Chartered suggested that Ethereum could end 2026 near $7,500, a target that implies significant upside from current levels. However, recent price action, with ETH languishing around $2,000 and lacking clear bullish momentum, puts such projections against a very different realistic outlook. Standard Chartered’s Ethereum Long-Term View In a January research note, Standard Chartered’s digital assets team trimmed its medium-term outlook for Ethereum while keeping a highly optimistic vision for the years ahead. The bank now sees ether closing 2026 near $7,500, down from an earlier forecast of around $12,000, and expects the asset to climb to $15,000 in 2027, $22,000 in 2028, and eventually $40,000 by the end of 2030.  Related Reading: Ethereum Price Is Not Going To Keep Falling Forever, Analyst Says According to the note, the change is due to weak performance from Bitcoin dragging broader dollar-denominated crypto valuations, even as the bank pointed to Ethereum’s strengths in stablecoins, decentralized finance, and tokenized assets as positives to hold on to. In the research note, digital assets analyst Geoff Kendrick noted that 2026 is important not just for price but also for Ethereum’s performance relative to bitcoin. Therefore, the most important thing for gains is a rebound in the ETH/BTC ratio to levels last seen in 2021. The Odds – Current Price Action Against Bullish Case The path from roughly $2,000 to the mid-$7,000s looks very tough compared to what it was at the start of the year. This, in turn, has seen the odds of the Ethereum price reaching $7,500 reduce drastically. Ethereum started 2026 on a good foot, with a rally to $3,370 in the first two weeks of the year. Notably, it failed to sustain this rally and has since fallen by about 40% in the past 30 days. Related Reading: Analyst Says You’re Not Bullish Enough On Ethereum – What Does He Mean? As it stands, Ethereum is now trading around $2,000, and the price has repeatedly failed to close convincingly above the $2,100-$2,150 zone in recent sessions. Although the leading altcoin is now back to trading above $2,000 after a break below during last week’s sell-offs, bulls are yet to establish any control of price momentum. On-chain data also shows the transfer activity surrounding Ethereum is pointing to elevated stress conditions. Fortunately for bullish traders, it is still too early in the year to rule out the possibility of Ethereum trading at $7,500 in 2026. Several things would need to change for an outcome close to Standard Chartered’s 2026 estimate to become plausible. One of them is the return of demand and steady inflows into Spot Ethereum ETFs. At the time of writing, Ethereum is trading at $2,025. Right now, the cryptocurrency needs to clear the $2,150 resistance and hold above it in order to continue the steady push up.  Featured image from Pxfuel, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price started a recovery wave above $2,050. ETH is now consolidating and eyeing an upside break above the $2,150 resistance. Ethereum managed to stay above $1,950 and recovered some losses. The price is trading above $2,020 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a major bearish trend line with resistance at $2,070 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,165 zone. Ethereum Price Eyes Upside Break Ethereum price managed to form a base above $1,950 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded above the $1,980 and $2,000 resistance levels. Besides, there was a break above a major bearish trend line with resistance at $2,070 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. The pair even spiked above $2,150. A high was formed at $2,168, and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,744 swing low to the $2,168 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $2,050 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,020, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,150 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,165 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,250 level. A clear move above the $2,250 resistance might send the price toward the $2,350 resistance. An upside break above the $2,350 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,550 resistance zone or even $2,665 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,150 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,050 level. The first major support sits near the $2,020 zone. A clear move below the $2,020 support might push the price toward the $1,950 support or the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward move from the $1,744 swing low to the $2,168 high. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,845 region. The main support could be $1,800. 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 – $2,020 Major Resistance Level – $2,165

The cryptocurrency industry went under intense pressure last week, with Bitcoin and Ethereum leading the crash and multiple cryptocurrencies hitting new multi-month lows. The crash was more pronounced with Bitcoin, though, and the imbalance in selling pressure is quietly shifting the relationship between the two assets.  The interesting imbalance is relayed in Ethereum’s performance relative to Bitcoin. A technical analysis of the ETH/BTC ratio shared on the social media platform X by Jonathan Carter indicates that Ethereum may be approaching a critical breakout point against Bitcoin, following an extended period of compression on the 2-week candlestick timeframe chart. Long-Term Triangle On The Verge Of Break According to technical analysis of the ETH/BTC 2-week chart, Ethereum is nearing an important point against Bitcoin after years of consolidation beneath a descending trendline. This long-running pattern originates from a major peak in relative valuation in July 2017, when 1 ETH was worth 0.154 BTC in Bitcoin terms, and has since formed a series of lower highs to form a falling resistance trendline. The lower boundary of this pattern is a long-tested support zone around 0.02 that has repeatedly drawn buying interest for Ethereum in relation to Bitcoin. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Is Not Going To Keep Falling Forever, Analyst Says At the time of writing, the ETH/BTC ratio is trading around 0.030. However, the most recent 2-week candlestick has flipped green, and this development is important to the bullish outlook of Ethereum’s performance against Bitcoin. The bullish projection is based on a full playout of the green candlestick with a push towards the descending triangle’s resistance trendline. If the pair can convincingly break above the descending triangle’s upper trend boundary with sustained momentum, then this would allow Ethereum to enter a phase of sustained outperformance against Bitcoin. How High Could ETH/BTC Go If A Breakout Happens? Crypto analyst Jonathan Carter outlined a series of potential upside targets should the ETH/BTC pair break free from its downward trend. The first target is around 0.040 BTC, which would represent a clear departure from the compressed range seen across recent months. If momentum continues, higher potential objectives include 0.060, 0.085, 0.105, 0.124, and all the way up to the 2017 peak of 0.154. Related Reading: Here’s Why The Bitcoin And Ethereum Prices Are Still Trading Sideways Translating these ratio-based targets into absolute price levels is less straightforward, as the projections are based on Ethereum’s performance relative to Bitcoin and not standalone price moves. Such a performance can happen in two major ways: either Ethereum receives more inflows than Bitcoin, or Bitcoin could crash more than Ethereum during a market-wide correction. The former scenario would most likely translate into a sustained rotation into Ethereum and the wider altcoin market, setting the stage for an altcoin season. Nonetheless, both scenarios will see the otherwise strong Bitcoin dominance dropping massively. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price started a recovery wave above $2,000. ETH is now consolidating and eyeing an upside break above the $2,120 resistance. Ethereum managed to stay above $1,880 and recovered some losses. The price is trading below $2,120 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,110 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,200 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price managed to form a base above $1,880 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded above the $1,950 and $1,980 resistance levels. The price climbed above the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,340 swing high to the $1,745 low. The bulls even pushed the price above $2,050. However, they are facing hurdles near the $2,120 zone. There is also a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,110 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,100 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,000, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,110 level and the trend line. The first key resistance is near the $2,200 level and the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,340 swing high to the $1,745 low. The next major resistance is near the $2,240 level. A clear move above the $2,240 resistance might send the price toward the $2,350 resistance. An upside break above the $2,350 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,550 resistance zone or even $2,665 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,110 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,040 level. The first major support sits near the $2,000 zone. A clear move below the $2,000 support might push the price toward the $1,880 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,750 region. The main support could be $1,720. 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 below the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,000 Major Resistance Level – $2,200

Ethereum (ETH) has declined noticeably over the past week, with price data from CoinMarketCap reporting a net 14% decline within this period. At the time of the most recent data, ETH is trading around $2,000, significantly lower than the past week’s level near $2,500. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Is Not Going To Keep Falling Forever, Analyst Says ETH Funding Rates Signal A Bullish Turn In a QuickTake post on the CryptoQuant platform, analyst Amr Taha draws attention to recent developments in ETH funding rates, a key sentiment indicator in perpetual futures. The funding rate shows the market sentiment, whether it’s optimistic/greedy (positive) or fearful/cautious (negative). Typically, when funding is highly positive or negative, it means that too many traders are on one side, positions are overleveraged, and then the market becomes unstable. At that point, even a small price move in the opposite direction can trigger liquidations, causing sharp and fast price moves. Although Ethereum’s funding rate was deeply negative over the week, analyst Amr Taha noted there has been a flip as ETH derivatives data shows a clear shift toward bullish positioning. Notably, Funding rates have turned strongly positive on BitMEX (Bitcoin Mercantile Exchange), reaching 0.049%, their highest level since October and well above the previous peak near 0.03. This signals aggressive leverage on the long side. Related Reading: XRP Price Has Just Reached Most Oversold Level In History And This Analyst Is Predicting A Bounce Extreme Optimism In ETH Could Spark Sharp Moves At the same time, ETH funding on Binance has moved from deeply negative levels at -0.025% on February 5 back towards neutral, indicating that short positions are being replaced by new long exposure. In essence, the market has moved from fear to optimism. While this shift reflects a rise in bullish sentiments, history shows that periods of extreme positive funding driven by leverage often increase the risk of liquidations and sharp corrective moves, rather than supporting sustained upside. In short, when everyone is bullish at the same time, the market becomes easier to knock over. In all, Ethereum Derivatives traders have become aggressively bullish, and while that can push price higher in the short term, history shows it often increases the risk of sudden corrective moves rather than a sustained uptrend. At the time of writing, Ethereum trades at $2,089 after a 14.9% decline in the past seven days. Meanwhile, the daily trading volume is down by 32.39% and valued at $37.39 billion. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview

Ethereum is quietly setting up for a potentially decisive move as the Libra formation remains active on the weekly chart. While confirmation is still pending, the structure has not been invalidated, keeping the upside scenario firmly on the table. With key resistance levels overhead and momentum beginning to stabilize, ETH may be entering a critical phase where the next major directional move starts to take shape. Weekly Libra Formation Keeps The Bullish Case Alive On the X platform, Kamile Uray highlighted that Ethereum is currently forming a Libra pattern on the weekly chart. With the weekly candle yet to close and no invalidation so far, the bullish formation remains active and continues to be a valid scenario. Related Reading: Ethereum Bulls Must Conquer $3,050 Or Momentum Quickly Fades According to the update, confirmation of a reversal would open the door for a move toward the $4,956 high, but the price may face notable resistance along the way, particularly around the $3,445 level. Kamile Uray noted that a daily close above $2,475 would serve as the first technical signal that upside momentum is strengthening and that the recovery could continue. Failure to sustain movement above this area could delay further progress and keep the price vulnerable to pullbacks. Since the Libra formation is developing on the weekly timeframe, the pattern would only be considered invalid if Ethereum breaks below the $1,388 low, underscoring the broader, long-term nature of the setup. Ethereum Stretches Higher At $2,086 After A Sharp 22% Run According to Can Özsüer, Ethereum is currently trading around $2,086, marking a strong rally from the $1,730 area. From that level to the current price, ETH has surged roughly 22% without a meaningful correction, which increases the likelihood of short-term profit-taking. After such a sharp move, light selling pressure typically emerges as the market cools off. Related Reading: Analyst Says You’re Not Bullish Enough On Ethereum – What Does He Mean? Can Özsüer notes that any selling from this region is expected to remain controlled rather than aggressive. The ideal pullback zone lies between $1,950 and $2,000, where the price could reset without damaging the broader bullish structure. A dip into this range would be considered healthy and could set the stage for the next leg higher. Once that corrective move plays out, the next upside objective comes in around the $2,200 level. However, if price pushes straight toward the target without offering a pullback, the strategy would need adjustment. In that scenario, chasing a long position becomes less attractive, as a stronger selling wave could follow once the target is reached. If a correction does materialize, Can Özsüer suggests that a long position on the pullback would be the preferred approach. Featured image from Pixabay, chart from Tradingview.com

Recent on-chain data has shown that Vitalik Buterin’s withdrawal of 16,384 Ethereum has sparked renewed debate around the ETH distribution and founder intent. While large wallet movements often trigger speculation, this transfer aligns with a long-standing reality of the ETH development model, and the network is largely self-funded by its founders and ecosystem contributors. Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin’s recent withdrawal and sale of 16,384 ETH was not a market signal, but a deliberate funding decision. The Ethereum Daily revealed on X that the ETH was withdrawn to personally finance open-source initiatives aimed at building a secure, verifiable, and open full stack of software and hardware. How This Impacts ETH’s Supply And Market Perception These efforts span a wide range of critical technologies, including privacy-preserving systems. Examples are zero-knowledge proofs (ZK), fully homomorphic encryption (FHE), and differential privacy, as well as secure hardware, encrypted messaging apps, local-first software, opening systems, finance, communication, governance tools, and even biotech and public health research. Related Reading: Ethereum Active Addresses Near All-Time High Despite Price Plunge Vitalik framed this move within the broader context of the ETH Foundation’s strategy to reduce costs and refocus basics to ensure long-term stability. At the same time, they’re pushing ETH forward with improved scaling and greater decentralization, and offering users full control over their data and assets. According to Materkel, an Ethereum decentralization maxi, the statement, “the last five years were a mistake” from some former ETH maximalists, was a complete misconception. ETH is actively transitioning into a rollup-centric architecture, which means the last several years of research and development were not wasted.  ETH is profiting from every second of effort invested in research and the work surrounding rollups, particularly in areas like ZKVMs, which would not be nearly where they are today without the ETH rollup-centric roadmap. As outlined in Vitalik Buterin’s early writings, this trajectory was always the intended endgame for Layer 1 scaling. The alternative approaches would have been a subpar solution.  Related Reading: Ethereum Faces High-Stakes Moment at $2,200 as Whale Longs Clash With Bearish Flow Data Currently, ETH has reached the point where it can unify the rollup ecosystem through native rollups and synchronous composability. However, the rollups remain the future of scaling, and ETH is positioned to serve as their primary issuance and settlement layer and security anchor, at the heart of the robust ecosystem. Ethereum As The Operating System Of The Internet Economy The Ether Machine has noted that Ethereum functions as the operating system for a new internet-native economy. Rather than existing solely as a digital asset, ETH operates as a self-sustaining economic system where applications drive demand, network activity generates fees that capture value, and staking provides the security that powers global financial settlement. Featured image from Getty Images, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price extended its decline below $2,000 and $1,950. ETH is now attempting to recover from $1,750 but faces many hurdles near $2,200. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,000 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,200 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,200 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Over 15% Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,200 and extended losses, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,000 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $1,880. A low was formed at $1,744 and the price is now attempting to recover. There was a move above $1,850. The price surpassed the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,341 swing high to the $1,744 low. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,000 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $1,800, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $1,950 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,050 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $2,341 swing high to the $1,744 low. The next major resistance is near the $2,200 level. There is also a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,200 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. A clear move above the $2,200 resistance might send the price toward the $2,350 resistance. An upside break above the $2,350 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,550 resistance zone or even $2,665 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,050 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $1,850 level. The first major support sits near the $1,800 zone. A clear move below the $1,800 support might push the price toward the $1,750 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $1,720 region. The main support could be $1,680. 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 – $1,850 Major Resistance Level – $2,200

Ethereum price extended its decline below $2,200 and $2,120. ETH is now attempting to recover from $2,075 but faces many hurdles near $2,220. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,250 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,255 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,320 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Further Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,250 and extended losses, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,200 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,120. A low was formed at $2,073 and the price is now attempting to recover. There was a move above $2,120, but the price stayed well below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,073 low. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,200 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is also a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,255 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. If the bulls remain in action above $2,100, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,200 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,250 level and the trend line. The next major resistance is near the $2,390 level. A clear move above the $2,390 resistance might send the price toward the $2,550 resistance or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,073 low. An upside break above the $2,550 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,650 resistance zone or even $2,665 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,250 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,100 level. The first major support sits near the $2,075 zone. A clear move below the $2,075 support might push the price toward the $2,050 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,000 region. The main support could be $1,880. 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 – $2,075 Major Resistance Level – $2,250

Ethereum (ETH) is entering a new phase in which long-held assumptions about scaling are being openly questioned. As spot Ethereum ETFs post their first net inflows after several days of outflows, and on-chain data shows renewed activity on the mainnet, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin is urging the ecosystem to rethink the role of layer-2 networks. Related Reading: Standard Chartered Cuts 2026 Solana Prediction To $250, Eyes $2,000 By 2030 Vitalik’s message is direct, Ethereum’s base layer is scaling fast enough that L2s are no longer essential as capacity providers, and their future value lies elsewhere. ETH's price trends to the downside on the daily chart. Source: ETHUSD on Tradingview Ethereum Mainnet Scaling Changes the L2 Narrative In recent statements, Buterin said Ethereum’s original rollup-centric roadmap no longer reflects current conditions. Gas limit increases and protocol upgrades have expanded Layer 1 throughput while reducing fees, making direct mainnet usage more attractive. Data shows monthly active addresses on Ethereum L1 rising sharply, even as aggregate L2 usage has declined. This shift undermines the idea that L2s act as “Ethereum shards” that inherit full security and censorship resistance from the base layer. Many L2s have struggled to reach advanced levels of decentralization, often retaining centralized controls for operational or regulatory reasons. According to Buterin, a high-throughput chain connected via a multisig bridge does not scale Ethereum itself, because the trust assumptions differ. As Ethereum scales directly, L2s are no longer required to provide basic block space. That change, Buterin argues, should free developers from having to force L2s into a single definition. A Spectrum of L2 Designs and Native Rollups Rather than abandoning L2s, Buterin is reframing them as a spectrum. Some may be tightly secured by Ethereum, others may be partially connected, and some may be effectively independent systems that interoperate with Ethereum when needed. Transparency around trust and security guarantees is central to this approach. On the protocol side, Buterin highlighted progress toward native rollups. A proposed rollup precompile would allow Ethereum to verify zero-knowledge EVM proofs at the protocol level. Because it would be part of Ethereum itself, upgrades and bug fixes would be handled through normal network upgrades, reducing reliance on external governance structures and simplifying interoperability. ETF Inflows and Market Context The strategic pivot comes as institutional signals improve. Ethereum spot ETFs recorded a net inflow of about $14 million, led by BlackRock’s ETHA fund, marking a reversal after recent outflows. While short-term price action remains volatile, the return of ETF inflows suggests continued interest in Ethereum as its base layer strengthens. Related Reading: Bitcoin Drop Below $80,000 May Not Be The Final Capitulation Event, Checkonchain Says For L2 builders, the message is clear. Competing solely on lower fees is no longer enough. Future relevance will depend on specialization, whether through privacy-focused execution, application-specific chains, ultra-low-latency systems, or non-financial use cases such as identity and AI. Cover image from ChatGPT, ETHUSD chart on Tradingview

Ethereum has seen a sharp sell-off that sent the price straight into a major demand zone near $2,150, which is now acting as the market’s last line of defense. Whether buyers step in here or fail to hold the line could determine if this move becomes a temporary liquidity flush or the start of a deeper trend shift. ETH Loses Key Support As Short-Term Momentum Turns Bearish Michael Van De Poppe noted that Ethereum has slipped below a crucial support zone, signaling increased short-term pressure. On the lower timeframes, price action has turned clearly bearish. However, zooming out to the higher timeframes, the broader structure remains intact, with ETH still trading within a larger uptrend. Related Reading: Ethereum Price Recovery Runs Into A Wall, Decline Risk Returns He pointed out that Ethereum likely marked its cycle low back in April 2025, suggesting the current weakness may be corrective rather than the start of a sustained bearish phase. At this stage, ETH appears to be searching for a higher-timeframe support level that could act as a base for a renewed move to the upside. Van de Poppe highlighted the 0.025–0.0265 BTC region as a key support zone on the ETH/BTC pair. Importantly, the recent correction has already retraced more than half of the move toward this level, increasing the likelihood that demand could step in around that range. On the upside, he added that a recovery above the 0.0325 BTC level. While less likely in the near term, it would be a strong signal that bullish momentum has returned and a continuation of the broader uptrend. Despite ongoing volatility, Van de Poppe remains confident that Ethereum will significantly outperform Bitcoin over time. Thus, he will continue to accumulate ETH at these levels. Sharp Sell-Off Drives Ethereum Into Major Demand Near $2,150 In a more recent update, Dami-DeFi pointed out that Ethereum failed to hold the rising support line near the $2,800 level, which he had previously identified as critical. This breakdown was confirmed on the daily timeframe, triggering a sharp sell-off that pushed the price swiftly into the next major demand zone around $2,150. Related Reading: Analyst Says You’re Not Bullish Enough On Ethereum – What Does He Mean? If buyers manage to defend this level, the recent drop could be interpreted as a liquidity sweep followed by a market reset, rather than the start of a deeper downtrend. In that case, price action would likely shift into a choppy consolidation phase, with ETH rebuilding structure between $2,150 and $2,700. According to Dami-DeFi, a meaningful bullish shift only comes into play if Ethereum can reclaim $2,700 and then establish acceptance above $2,850. Until those levels are recovered and held, any upside attempts are likely to remain corrective, with the market still focused on whether demand can firmly step in at current levels. Featured image from Pxfuel, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price extended its decline below $2,220 and $2,200. ETH is now attempting to recover from $2,000 but faces many hurdles near $2,250. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,300 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,265 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,250 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,350 zone. Ethereum Price Faces Resistance Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,320 and extended losses, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,220 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,200. A low was formed at $2,107 and the price is now attempting to recover. There was a move above $2,220. The price tested the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,107 low. However, the bears are active near $2,265. There is also a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,250 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,265 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,175, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,250 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,265 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,460 level. A clear move above the $2,460 resistance might send the price toward the $2,575 resistance or the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward move from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,107 low. An upside break above the $2,575 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,680 resistance zone or even $2,700 in the near term. Another Drop In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,265 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,200 level. The first major support sits near the $2,175 zone. A clear move below the $2,175 support might push the price toward the $2,120 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,050 region. The main support could be $2,000. 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 – $2,175 Major Resistance Level – $2,265

Ethereum price extended its decline below $2,420 and $2,300. ETH is now attempting to recover from $2,150 but faces many hurdles near $2,365. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,350 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,350 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh decline if it stays below the $2,400 zone. Ethereum Price Eyes Another Decline Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,500 and extended losses, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,420 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,200. A low was formed at $2,155 and the price is now attempting to recover. There was a move above $2,250. The price tested the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,155 low. However, the bears are active near $2,365. There is also a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,350 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,250, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,350 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,365 level. The next major resistance is near the $2,450 level. A clear move above the $2,450 resistance might send the price toward the $2,600 resistance or the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,155 low. An upside break above the $2,600 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,700 resistance zone or even $2,720 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,365 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,250 level. The first major support sits near the $2,220 zone. A clear move below the $2,220 support might push the price toward the $2,150 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,120 region. The main support could be $2,000. 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 – $2,220 Major Resistance Level – $2,365

Ethereum (ETH) has entered a decisive phase after a sharp sell-off erased much of its recent gains and pushed the price toward the closely watched $2,200 level. The move followed repeated failures to break above the $2,500–$2,550 zone, triggering liquidations. Related Reading: Crypto Hacks Explode: $370 Million Stolen In January Alone: Researchers With large holders taking opposing positions and on-chain data flashing caution, ETH is now at a point where both downside risk and rebound potential remain firmly in play. ETH's price records major losses across the board. Source: ETHUSD on Tradingview Ethereum Price Structure Weakens as $2,200 Comes Into Focus Ethereum (ETH) has fallen more than 20% from recent highs, briefly trading below $2,220 before stabilizing. The drop pushed ETH below the $2,300–$2,400 range and under key short-term moving averages, shifting near-term control toward sellers. Technical data shows a developing bearish trend line around $2,400–$2,420, an area that would need to be reclaimed to ease downside pressure. The $2,200 zone is now acting as the main support. A sustained break below this level could expose deeper downside toward $2,050 or psychological $2,000 mark. Momentum indicators remain cautious, with the hourly RSI below 50 and MACD still aligned with bearish momentum, suggesting buyers have yet to regain control. Exchange Inflows and Liquidations Signal Distribution Risk On-chain data has added to concerns. Exchange inflows surged ahead of the breakdown, with roughly 600,000 ETH moving onto major exchanges in a single day, including a sharp spike into Binance. Such inflows are often associated with selling, hedging, or risk reduction rather than accumulation. At the same time, derivatives markets saw heavy stress. ETH-related liquidations reached about $280 million over 24 hours, surpassing Bitcoin and confirming that long positions were crowded near recent highs. The unwind’s speed suggests structural weakness, as spot demand failed to absorb forced selling once support levels gave way. Whale Longs Add a Bullish Counterweight Despite bearish flow data, whale activity tells a more mixed story. According to on-chain analysts, dormant wallets reactivated after five years and posted over 45,000 ETH as collateral to open a large coin-margined long, borrowing roughly $100 million. This move highlights growing divergence at current levels, with some institutions deleveraging while certain large holders add exposure. Related Reading: Is The Bitcoin Bottom In? CMT Reveals What Traders Need To See Now This clash between whale longs and bearish exchange flows shows the uncertainty around $2,200. A rebound above $2,420 could shift momentum back toward buyers, while failure to hold current support may confirm that distribution pressure remains dominant. Cover image from ChatGPT, ETHUSD on Tradingview

Ethereum price started a major decline after it failed to clear $2,500. ETH is down 20% and is now struggling to stay above the $2,200 support. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,550 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,400 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a major bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,415 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,200 zone. Ethereum Price Dips 20% Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,550 and started a major decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,400 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,250. A low was formed at $2,220 and the price is now showing bearish signs below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,220 low. There is also a steep bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,415 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,350 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,200, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,350 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,420 level and the trend line. The next major resistance is near the $2,500 level. A clear move above the $2,500 resistance might send the price toward the $2,620 resistance or the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,220 low. An upside break above the $2,620 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $2,800 resistance zone or even $2,880 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,420 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,220 level. The first major support sits near the $2,200 zone. A clear move below the $2,200 support might push the price toward the $2,120 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,050 region. The main support could be $2,000. 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 – $2,200 Major Resistance Level – $2,420

Ethereum is trading at a critical juncture as buyers continue to defend the $2,600 support zone, attempting to stabilize the price after recent volatility. While this level is keeping short-term downside in check, broader market pressure and weakening structure leave bears watching closely for a potential breakdown that could open the door to a deeper macro pullback. $2,600 Holds As Key Support On Ethereum 6H Chart On X, Can Özsüer highlighted that Ethereum is currently holding above the $2,600 support zone on the 6-hour chart, a level that has so far provided a solid base for price action. As long as ETH continues to defend this area and avoids a clear candle close below it, the broader structure remains constructive for a potential upside attempt. Related Reading: Ethereum Stalls In A Critical Zone As Breakout Structures Wait For Confirmation With support intact, the analyst pointed to a recovery toward $3,050, followed by a possible move into the $3,150 region. These zones are seen as logical reaction levels where price may either consolidate or face temporary resistance if buying momentum gradually strengthens. However, for Ethereum to unlock a more meaningful bullish continuation, Özsüer stated it must reclaim $3,350, referred to as box number two on the chart. A decisive close above this level, backed by strong volume, would open the door for higher price exploration. If ETH fails to break through that resistance, it could cap price and trigger another wave of selling. In that case, a deeper pullback toward the $2,400–$2,100 support range becomes a real possibility. Özsüer also shared that he has already taken a long position based on the $2,600 support on the 1-hour chart and is monitoring price closely, with plans to add to the position depending on how momentum develops. Loss Of $2,710 Targets The $2,620 Swing Low According to crypto analyst Ardi, Ethereum is currently sitting in a make-or-break area, with $2,710 standing out as a crucial short-term support level. A clean loss of this zone would likely accelerate downside pressure, placing the $2,620 swing low firmly in focus as the next area where liquidity could be tested. Related Reading: Ethereum Chart Turns Bullish: New Cycle Energy Points To $5,000 Ardi emphasized that the $2,450 region serves as the primary line of defense for the broader market structure. Holding this level would be essential to prevent a deeper structural breakdown, as a sustained move below it could push Ethereum into a far more vulnerable technical position. Compounding the downside risk, ETH/BTC remains in a strong downtrend, highlighting Ethereum’s ongoing underperformance relative to Bitcoin. This relative weakness suggests that volatility could stay elevated in the coming sessions, making the environment increasingly unstable for ETH holders. Featured image from Pexels, chart from Tradingview.com

According to reports, Vitalik Buterin has pulled 16,384 ETH from his reserves and plans to spend it on privacy and truly open technology. That move is paired with a call for five years of thrift at the Ethereum Foundation so the foundation can keep building core software while staying healthy for the long run. Related Reading: Gold, Silver Steal The Spotlight As Crypto Hype Fades On Social Media: Santiment A New Focus On Privacy And Openness Reports say the funds, worth about $45 million, will back a broad list of projects: open silicon, secure hardware, private messaging, local-first operating systems, and tools that mix zero-knowledge proofs with other privacy tools like FHE and differential privacy. He has already put money toward encrypted messaging and air quality work, and some new efforts aim to make secure hardware more affordable and verifiable. The plan covers both pieces of tech and the systems people run on them. Simple apps for daily life are included, not just fancy research. In these five years, the Ethereum Foundation is entering a period of mild austerity, in order to be able to simultaneously meet two goals: 1. Deliver on an aggressive roadmap that ensures Ethereum’s status as a performant and scalable world computer that does not compromise on… — vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) January 30, 2026 Personal Money For Public Good Buterin is taking on what might once have been “special projects” of the foundation. He withdrew the ETH personally, and reports note he is looking at secure, decentralized staking to route future staking rewards into these efforts. That shifts some financial risk from institutions to an individual who wants those projects to survive even when they are slow or controversial. Some of the initiatives are unlikely to attract fast capital. That is why personal backing matters. A Stronger Core, Not Bigger Hype The Foundation is said to be entering a phase of mild austerity so it can meet two clear goals at once: finish an aggressive technical roadmap and remain alive and independent into the far future. The technical aim is to keep Ethereum fast and scalable without losing decentralization or security. At the same time, the team wants to protect users’ ability to control their keys, their data, and their privacy. Reports note that “Ethereum for people who need it” is the guiding line, rather than chasing large corporate deals that transform how people use the chain. Related Reading: Bitcoin’s Slide To $82K Sets Off A $1.7 Billion Chain Reaction Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView

Ethereum price started a major decline after it failed to clear $3,050. ETH is down 10% and is now struggling to stay above the $2,700 support. Ethereum failed to stay above $2,880 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,800 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a steep bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,820 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,700 zone. Ethereum Price Dips 10% Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,880 and started a major decline, like Bitcoin. ETH price traded below $2,820 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,750. A low was formed at $2,680 and the price is now showing bearish signs below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,680 low. There is also a steep bearish trend line forming with resistance at $2,820 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,800 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,700, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,765 level. The first key resistance is near the $2,820 level and the trend line. The next major resistance is near the $2,860 level and the 50% Fib retracement level of the recent decline from the $3,040 swing high to the $2,680 low. A clear move above the $2,860 resistance might send the price toward the $2,900 resistance. An upside break above the $2,900 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,000 resistance zone or even $3,050 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,820 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,700 level. The first major support sits near the $2,680 zone. A clear move below the $2,680 support might push the price toward the $2,620 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,550 region. The main support could be $2,500. 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 – $2,700 Major Resistance Level – $2,820

Ethereum price started a recovery wave above the $2,880 zone but it failed near $3,050. ETH is declining and might struggle to stay above $2,920. Ethereum failed to stay above $3,000 and started a fresh decline. The price is trading below $2,990 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $3,000 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,880 zone. Ethereum Price Dips Again Ethereum price managed to remain stable above $2,880 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price was able to clear the $2,920 and $2,950 resistance levels. The bulls even pumped the price above $3,000. However, the bears remained active near $3,050. A high was formed at $3,040 and the price started another decline. There was a move below the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent upward move from the $2,784 swing low to the $3,040 high. Besides, there was a break below a bullish trend line with support at $3,000 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading below $2,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,920, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,980 level. The first key resistance is near the $3,000 level. The next major resistance is near the $3,050 level. A clear move above the $3,050 resistance might send the price toward the $3,120 resistance. An upside break above the $3,120 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,180 resistance zone or even $3,200 in the near term. More Losses In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,000 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,920 level. The first major support sits near the $2,880 zone or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the recent upward move from the $2,784 swing low to the $3,040 high. A clear move below the $2,880 support might push the price toward the $2,820 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,780 region. The main support could be $2,740. 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 – $2,880 Major Resistance Level – $3,000

The Bitcoin and Ethereum prices rallied after reports of the US dollar crashing spread across the market. Recent data show that the US dollar has fallen to its lowest level in four years, raising concerns about the strength of the world’s dominant reserve currency. As the dollar weakens, market players are beginning to shift attention to alternative assets such as precious metals and digital currencies, including BTC, which is increasingly viewed as a potential hedge against rising inflation and currency depreciation.  US Dollar Falls To Lows Not Seen In 4 Years New reports from Bloomberg highlight the relentless slide in the US dollar index (DXY) over recent weeks, with the price tumbling further after President Donald Trump’s comments on the currency’s performance. Sources reveal that Trump said the dollar is “doing great,” despite its ongoing downturn.  Related Reading: Analyst Says Chainlink Price Could Crash 50% If This Level Fails Traders interpreted the President’s seemingly indifferent response to the declining dollar as a signal that the slide could continue, triggering further selling pressure. Data from the web-based stock market research platform Finviz shows that, as of writing, the US dollar index has crashed to 95.92 from a previous level near 100. This marks its weakest level in nearly four years, specifically since 2022.  Additionally, Bloomberg reported that its Dollar Spot Index also recorded its lowest four-day decline since Trump announced new tariffs in April 2025. Traders in the $9.5 trillion per-day currency markets are also increasingly betting that the dollar could decline further, as US policy risks weigh on the world’s primary reserve currency.  Amidst the decline in the US dollar index, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are posting gains. BTC’s price rose above $89,000, while Ethereum has climbed more than 3% to reach above $3,000, in the past 24 hours. This simultaneous rally in cryptocurrencies alongside the weakening US dollar suggests that investors may be shifting capital to risk-on assets.  Market analyst ‘Master of Crypto’ recently outlined several reasons behind the continued decline in the weakening US dollar in a post on X. He explained that large budget deficits, the FED’s challenge of balancing inflation control with job market stability, steady bond supply, and FX hedging activities are keeping the US dollar near recent lows. According to him, in this type of market environment, holding idle cash becomes a significant risk for investors.  Related Reading: Here’s How Much XRP Ripple Execs Have Dumped So Far Possible Implications For The Bitcoin And Ethereum Price Historically, periods of US dollar weakness have often coincided with rallies in Bitcoin, and other cryptocurrencies. When the dollar declines, investors sometimes seek alternative assets to preserve value. This can increase demand for Bitcoin and Ethereum, which are viewed by many as alternative stores of value and risk-on assets.  While this correlation is not a clear indication of a potential cryptocurrency rally, analysts like ‘Milk Road Macro’ suggest that the declining dollar could help support a broader crypto market recovery. He said that as the dollar weakens, capital will flow into precious metals like gold and silver. Soon after, this same capital is expected to rotate into BTC, potentially fueling a price rebound.  Featured image created with Dall.E, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price started a recovery wave from the $2,800 zone. ETH is now trading near $3,000 and might aim for more gains if it clears $3,050. Ethereum managed to stay above $2,850 and started a recovery wave. The price is trading above $2,950 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There is a bullish trend line forming with support at $2,970 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,880 zone. Ethereum Price Starts Recovery Ethereum price managed to remain stable above $2,850 and started a recovery wave, like Bitcoin. ETH price was able to clear the $2,900 and $2,920 resistance levels. The price cleared the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward wave from the $3,065 swing high to the $2,784 swing low. The price even surpassed the $3,000 level. A high was formed at $3,030 and the price is now consolidating gains above the 23.6% Fib retracement level of the recent upward move from the $2,784 swing low to the $3,030 high. Ethereum price is now trading above $2,980 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. Besides, there is a bullish trend line forming with support at $2,970 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. If the bulls remain in action above $2,970, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $3,030 level. The first key resistance is near the $3,050 level. The next major resistance is near the $3,065 level. A clear move above the $3,065 resistance might send the price toward the $3,120 resistance. An upside break above the $3,120 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,180 resistance zone or even $3,200 in the near term. Another Rejection In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $3,050 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,970 level. The first major support sits near the $2,950 zone. A clear move below the $2,950 support might push the price toward the $2,880 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,825 region. The main support could be $2,780. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is losing momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,950 Major Resistance Level – $3,050

The Ethereum price has struggled to regain momentum amid a persistent downtrend. After closing the last four months in the red, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency is showing no signs of relief in January 2026. On-chain data shows that Ethereum’s current trajectory mirrors past cycle downturns, raising the possibility of further price declines and prolonged bearish sentiment.  Ethereum Price Nears Fifth Consecutive Month Of Losses Ethereum has been in a prolonged slump, marking its fourth straight month of losses in 2025. As the market navigates the final week of January, the cryptocurrency is poised to potentially close a fifth consecutive month in the red, a streak that would reinforce the ongoing bearish trend.  Related Reading: Analyst Says You’re Not Bullish Enough On Ethereum – What Does He Mean? On-chain data from CryptoRank shows that throughout 2025, Ethereum saw more red months than green ones. The cryptocurrency began the year with four consecutive months of decline from January to April, followed by a brief recovery in May, only to fall again in June. After this, ETH posted two months of gains, finishing July and August in the green. However, this recovery was short-lived, and since then, the cryptocurrency has been in a downtrend. During its most recent four-month decline, CryptoRanks reported that Ethereum closed September down by 5.59%. The downtrend accelerated at the end of November, with the cryptocurrency crashing by 22.2%, more than four times the decline of the previous monthly close. December 2025 saw another month in the red, though the drop was much smaller, at just 0.83%.  Now, in January 2026, Ethereum is still in a downtrend. On-chain data indicates the cryptocurrency has already fallen 1.78% this month, and shows no sure signs of a bullish reversal. Moreover, at the time of writing, ETH is trading above $2,900, reflecting a roughly 5.95% decline over the past week.  What A Red January Could Mean For ETH The last time Ethereum closed five consecutive months in the red was in 2018. That year, Ethereum significantly underperformed, recording gains in only 3 of 12 months. The cryptocurrency had posted continuous monthly losses, with November marking its steepest monthly decline at 42.5%.  Related Reading: Ethereum Funding Rates Pushing Towards Negative: What’s Going On? After the four-month closing streak, Ethereum’s downtrend persisted for another two months before experiencing a sharp but brief recovery in December 2018. Despite this temporary rebound, the cryptocurrency closed January 2019 in the red, falling 20%.  If history were to repeat itself in the current cycle, Ethereum could end January in a decline, similar to its 2018 performance. Interestingly, historical data shows that February has often been a bullish month for ETH. However, 2025 has seen declines from January through to April; it’s uncertain if Ethereum will follow past bullish patterns. For now, what is certain is that ETH’s price is down and would need a significant boost in its bullish momentum.    Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com

The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, Ethereum, appears to have quietly crossed an important critical threshold that has historically signaled major price expansions. While the Ethereum price action may still appear calm on the surface, underlying market structure and flow dynamics suggest a meaningful shift is underway. This type of transition typically occurs when accumulation replaces distribution, volatility compresses, and smart money positions ahead of broader market recognition. A Silent Shift That Usually Comes Before Violent Expansion Ethereum just crossed a quiet but massive threshold. Trader and investor Shuarix has mentioned on X that Zama has gone live with the first fully encrypted Initial Coin Offering (ICO) ever executed on the ETH mainnet, moving a confidential USDT and running a sealed-bid Dutch auction entirely on encrypted data. Related Reading: Ethereum Gains Institutional Support, Though ETH Price Outlook Remains Contested In just 3 days, more than $118 million was committed, over $100 million was shielded, and the auction was 218% oversubscribed with more than 11,000 verified bidders. At peak activity, the Zama application became the most-used app on ETH, surpassing both USDT and Uniswap during the event, with zero downtime and full ETH-level throughout. Crypto analyst Milk Road revealed that BitMine Immersion Technologies has made a large purchase of 40,302 ETH in a single move, which brings their total stack holdings to a massive 4,243,338 ETH, worth over $12.3 billion at the current price. In perspective, the company now controls 3.52% of the entire ETH circulating supply, and they’re not just letting it sit idle. According to Milk Road, BitMine has over 2 million ETH tokens already staked, generating $180 million in annualized rewards. This means the company is not just playing the buy-and-hold game, but compounding its position at scale, which is all well and good for BitMine. Meanwhile, this sustained buying pressure will help create a price floor for the long-term ETH holders. Furthermore, this move is the type of institutional accumulation that will keep ETH moving inside its ascending channel. Thus, this will help to pull the price back into that channel after the macro shocks temporarily push it out. “Below is the 2025 tariff shock. While the headlines try to muddy your view of things, this chart will tell the real story,” Milk Road noted. Accumulation Continues Despite Price Being Near Entry Levels The realized price of the Ethereum accumulation address is acting as a major support level. A crypto investor known as CW has also pointed out that ETH has only reached this realized price once in history, which is very similar to the current price range.  Related Reading: Ethereum Stalls In A Critical Zone As Breakout Structures Wait For Confirmation However, the whale’s purchase price for ETH is not significantly different from the current price. Despite that, their ETH accumulation is increasing, indicating that whales still view the current price as fair value. This shows that they are preparing for an upward trend. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com

Ethereum price extended losses and tested the $2,800 zone. ETH is now recovering some losses and might aim for more gains if it clears $2,960. Ethereum remained in a bearish zone and traded below $2,960. The price is trading just above $2,900 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. There was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $2,910 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD (data feed via Kraken). The pair could start a fresh increase if it stays above the $2,880 zone. Ethereum Price Eyes Steady Recovery Ethereum price failed to remain stable above $2,920 and extended losses, like Bitcoin. ETH price declined below $2,860 and $2,840 to enter a bearish zone. The bears even pushed the price below $2,800. The price finally tested $2,780 and is currently attempting a recovery wave. There was a move above the $2,880 resistance zone. The price cleared the 50% Fib retracement level of the downward wave from the $3,066 swing high to the $2,784 swing low. Besides, there was a break above a bearish trend line with resistance at $2,910 on the hourly chart of ETH/USD. Ethereum price is now trading just above $2,900 and the 100-hourly Simple Moving Average. If the bulls remain in action above $2,850, the price could attempt another increase. Immediate resistance is seen near the $2,960 level or the 61.8% Fib retracement level of the downward wave from the $3,066 swing high to the $2,784 swing low. The first key resistance is near the $3,000 level. The next major resistance is near the $3,020 level. A clear move above the $3,020 resistance might send the price toward the $3,065 resistance. An upside break above the $3,065 region might call for more gains in the coming days. In the stated case, Ether could rise toward the $3,120 resistance zone or even $3,150 in the near term. Another Decline In ETH? If Ethereum fails to clear the $2,960 resistance, it could start a fresh decline. Initial support on the downside is near the $2,880 level. The first major support sits near the $2,840 zone. A clear move below the $2,840 support might push the price toward the $2,800 support. Any more losses might send the price toward the $2,765 region. The main support could be $2,720. Technical Indicators Hourly MACD – The MACD for ETH/USD is gaining momentum in the bullish zone. Hourly RSI – The RSI for ETH/USD is now above the 50 zone. Major Support Level – $2,840 Major Resistance Level – $2,960