Crypto Tech 2024 Review: Ethereum Duncun, Solana Surge, and Layer-2 Boom

This special edition of the Protocol looks back at 2024’s groundbreaking developments and forward to what the coming year might bring for blockchain technology. Let’s dive into the milestones, trends, and predictions shaping the next era of crypto. This article is featured in the latest issue of The Protocol, our weekly newsletter exploring the tech behind crypto, one block at a time. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Wednesday. 1. A Look Back: Top Crypto Tech Milestones of 2024 Ethereum’s Duncun Upgrade: 2024 marked Ethereum’s most…

Ethereum To Outperform Bitcoin In 2025? Report Predicts $8,000 ETH Price

Este artículo también está disponible en español. According to a recent report by Steno Research, Ethereum (ETH) is poised to outperform Bitcoin (BTC) in 2025. This outlook is attributed to historical trends and the anticipated impact of favorable cryptocurrency regulations following Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s victory in the November election. Will 2025 Be The Year Of Ethereum? While the overall cryptocurrency market surged to unprecedented heights this year – reaching an all-time high (ATH) total market cap of $3.9 trillion – Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has lagged behind in…

Ethereum Poised For A Bullish Q1 2025? Here’s What Experts Say

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Ethereum (ETH) – the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization – may finally seize its moment in Q1 2025. Crypto experts have taken to X to share their analyses of a potentially bullish start to the new year for ETH. Ethereum Bullish Price Action In Q1 2025? Although Ethereum is up by almost 43% on a year-to-date (YTD) basis, its performance pales in comparison to Bitcoin (BTC) which has appreciated by more than 115% in the same period. In addition, various alternative Layer-1 blockchains,…

Ethereum Market Turns Optimistic: Funding Rates Hint At Potential $4K Comeback

Amid the broader decline in the global crypto market, Ethereum emerged as one of the major cryptocurrencies that has been impacted significantly. Despite already being underperformed in the recent bull run, Ethereum has now experienced a notable correction, dropping to as low as below the $3,500 price level in recent weeks. While this price performance from ETH might have led investors to lose interest in Ethereum for now, recent data from the CryptoQuant platform suggests a possible turnaround, with key indicators pointing towards renewed market confidence. Funding Rates Indicate Renewed…

Ethereum Price Declines Despite Record Staking And ETF Activity

Recent Ethereum market swings have revealed an interesting disparity between price and network activity. Staking activity has kept rising while ETH retreated to $3,400, a 16% drop from its December peak. Due to investors staking record amounts of ETH, the total staked assets have exceeded expectations. Even while short-term price fluctuations have led some to doubt Ethereum’s viability, this surge in staking is a sign of growing confidence in the cryptocurrency’s long-term worth. Investor Confidence Indicated By ETF Inflows Another significant development is the increase in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that…

Ethereum Stays Within Symmetrical Pattern – Analyst Sets ETH Target

Este artículo también está disponible en español. Ethereum (ETH) is currently trading around $3,400, showing signs of indecision as it fails to establish strong support above this critical level. Recent price action reflects a lack of conviction among traders, leaving the market in a state of flux. Despite this uncertainty, Ethereum has managed to hold above key support zones that could act as a launchpad for a potential rally to new highs. Related Reading Top crypto analyst Carl Runefelt recently provided technical insights into Ethereum’s price movement, noting that ETH…

Ethereum Price Guns For A Mid-High Timeframe Reversal Against Bitcoin In Bullish Q1 2025

Este artículo también está disponible en español. As the crypto market prepares to close the year, the Ethereum price is showing strength against Bitcoin (BTC) as it aims for a mid-high timeframe reversal. A breakout above a critical resistance level could signal a potential shift in price action, paving the way for Ethereum’s dominance and potential rally in Q1 2025.  Ethereum Price Poised For Breakout Against Bitcoin A crypto analyst, known as ‘Daan Crypto Trades,’ shared a price chart representing the ETH/BTC trading pair, providing a detailed analysis of the probability of a…

Ethereum could surge to $6K by Q1 2025 as multiple bullish patterns emerge

Ethereum, which has seen a significant jump in long-term holders in 2024, could potentially rally to as high as $6,000 in Q1 2025, according to analysts. In a Dec. 29 X post, CryptoBullet, who has over 152k followers, noted that Ethereum is in the process of forming a bull pennant pattern on the 1-day ETH/USDT chart. He expects this pattern to be completed in the coming months, potentially leading to a massive surge to as high as $6,000 within Q1 2025. In technical analysis, a bull pennant pattern forms after…

200k Ethereum genesis whale awakens: $11.37m sent to Kraken

A whale who received 200,000 ETH during Ethereum’s 2015 genesis block has moved closer to completing their market exit, transferring 3,370 ETH (valued at $11.37 million) to Kraken.  According to data shared by crypto analyst EmberCN, the whale transferred 48,687 Ethereum (ETH) to Kraken throughout 2024. The movement was worth approximately $171.78 million at an average transfer price of $3,528. 一个在 2015 年从以太坊创世区块获得 20 万枚 ETH 的鲸鱼,9 小时前向 Kraken 转移了 3,370 ETH ($11.37M)。 他在今年转进 Kraken 的 ETH 高达 48,687 枚 ($171.78M),转出均价 $3,528。不过他的 ETH 经过 8 年时间的陆续出售,现在已经卖的差不多了。目前就还剩 7,594 ETH ($25.72M),再有个 1-2……

Neur.sh price surges 150%, Would pumps 85%, Bitcoin and Ethereum show little movement

Neur.sh and Would rally as the overall crypto market struggles to stay bullish in the final days of 2024. According to CoinMarketCap data, the global crypto market cap stands at $3.33 trillion, with a 1.1% surge in the last 24 hours. While Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) haven’t shown any major movements in the last 24 hours, the price of a few lesser-known coins has pumped as per CoinGecko data. During this period, the price of Neur.sh (NEUR) spiked 150%. In the last 24 hours, the price has surged from…