Ethereum is entering its next phase of evolution with the Fusaka upgrade. With more than just another technical iteration, Fusaka represents a major step toward solving Ethereum’s long-standing scalability and efficiency challenges. Why Fusaka Matters For Ethereum’s Next Era Of Decentralized Innovation Crypto markets are buzzing with the anticipation of the Ethereum Fusaka Upgrade. According to the CryptosRus post on X, VanEck has mentioned that the upcoming Fusaka upgrade, expected in December, could unlock one of the most transformative moments in the network’s history, making ETH faster, cheaper, and more scalable than ever before. Related Reading: Big Move: Ethereum Foundation Trades $4.5M ETH For Stable Assets The Fusaka upgrade will introduce PeerDAS (Peer Data Availability Sampling), a breakthrough that allows validators to verify blocks without downloading them in full. This innovation will significantly improve efficiency, increase blob capacity, enhance throughput for rollups, and reduce transaction costs for users across the ecosystem. As CryptosRus explains, the best way to imagine this is like ETH upgrading its plumbing, resulting in cheaper and faster operation for everyone using the network. However, VanEck believes Fusaka could be a game-changer, especially for rollups such as Arbitrum, Optimism, and Base, which depend on ETH for settlement. By reducing data overhead and optimizing block verification, the upgrade strengthens ETH’s foundation as the global base layer for crypto’s financial infrastructure. Furthermore, as network fees drop, ETH’s monetary importance rises. VanEck also believes that ETH is evolving from a simple gas token into the settlement currency of the entire rollup economy. Fusaka represents the next major phase in ETH’s journey, transforming it from a programmable chain into the financial backbone of Web3, ready to power the next wave of global digital finance. Analyst Tom Tucker shared his thoughts that Ethereum might be on track for a revolution. If the price continues to follow a pattern correlated with this increase in global money supply (M2) liquidity, it could climb to $15,000. Tucker highlights that the rapid increase in M2 is causing Fiat money to lose value fast, and ETH is being viewed as a smart hedge against global monetary debasement. “Doubters are gonna doubt, but this looks like a solid opportunity to me,” the expert noted. The Hidden Correlation Fueling ETH’s Next Rally Ethereum’s path to a new all-time high may be building faster than many in the market are expecting. Economist trader known as MikybullCrypto highlighted that the Russell index, which measures the performance of small-cap US stocks and tends to track the credit cycle, has just broken a new all-time high for the first time in four years. Related Reading: Global M2 Money Supply Says Ethereum Price Will Reach $20,000, Here’s When The trader noted that ETH has maintained a positive correlation with the Russell 2000 cycle. In addition, this historical breakout indicates a fresh wave of capital rotation into ETH and the broader altcoin market. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
Solana (SOL) investors are witnessing rising volatility as a surge in whale activity signals deadly selling pressure in the market. Despite a strong rally above $250 earlier in September, market sentiment appears to be shifting, with whale deposits into centralized exchanges hinting at potential headwinds ahead. Most recently, a staggering 312,233 SOL tokens were deposited into Coinbase, fueling concerns that whales may be positioning for significant profit-taking. Solana Whale Deposits Signal Rising Selling Pressure Blockchain tracker Whale Alert reported one of the largest Solana transfers in recent weeks, with 312,233 SOL valued at approximately $75.1 million, moved from an unknown wallet to Coinbase Institutional on September 21. The size and timing of this large-scale transfer immediately raised concerns that whales could be positioned to sell. Related Reading: XRP Price At $23, Dogecoin To $2, And Solana At $1,800? Analyst Unveils 2026 Predictions Before this transfer, Whale Alert had flagged another massive transaction of 227,928 SOL, worth around $54.5 million, being funneled into Coinbase on the same day. Together, these two deposits represent more than $129 million in Solana potentially at stake of being sold off. The implications of such moves are significant, as large holders typically send tokens to exchanges with the intention to sell, ultimately adding considerable downward pressure to the market. Notably, Solana’s price rally in September has been fueled by strong demand; however, these recent transfers raise the risk of oversupply, particularly as the token hovers around $224. If whales follow through with the selling, it could cap SOL’s bullish breakout attempt and force the price back to lower support zones. Interestingly, this is not the first time Solana has faced similar whale-driven headwinds this month. Just over a week ago, blockchain analytics platform Lookonchain reported multiple whale dumpings into various crypto exchanges. A wallet tagged “CMJiHu” deposited 96,996 SOL ($17.45 million) into Coinbase, while “5PjMxa” moved 91,890 SOL ($15.98 million) to Kraken. The same day, another wallet “HiN7sS” transferred 37,658 SOL ($6.73 million) to Binance, securing a profit of $1.63 million. These earlier transfers, combined with the latest inflows, show a pattern of whales steadily reducing their exposure as market sentiment shifts. SOL Momentum Weakens Under Heavy Selling Crypto analysts now view Solana as being at a pivotal crossroad, where strong fundamentals clash with mounting selling pressure and technical risks. Market expert Tom Tucker notes that SOL has climbed more than 150% in 2025, but its rally is showing signs of fatigue. The analyst’s chart reveals a rising wedge formation, often a precursor to a breakdown, combined with weakening momentum indicators. Related Reading: Solana price At Risk Of 10% Crash With Descending Broadening Wedge The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is narrowing into a triangle, suggesting indecision, while the MACD has flattened after months of strength. This setup, when paired with heavy whale deposits into exchanges and rising sell pressure, underscores the growing possibility of a short-term pullback. Yet, the outlook is not entirely bearish. Tucker points to optimism surrounding a potential Solana ETF, the upcoming Alpenglow upgrade, and steady treasury accumulation as fundamental drivers that could extend SOL’s long-term growth. Featured image from iStock, chart from Tradingview.com