Ethereum Over $3,000. Bitcoin Also Reaches New Record High

Amid an unprecedented surge in Bitcoin’s price, Ethereum is also making a comeback. After months of stagnation, the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap has regained momentum and recently crossed the $3,000 mark. While Bitcoin is hitting record highs, Ethereum’s development points to a surprising surge in bullish sentiment.

Ethereum breaks the $3,000 mark

Ethereum hit its highest price since August last Saturday, reaching a high of $3,056 (currently at $3,240). This marks only the second time this year that Ethereum has traded above $3,000. At the beginning of November, the price was just $2,375.

A key driver of this growth was the unexpected election of Donald Trump, who is considered a supporter of digital assets. His success in the presidential election has boosted market confidence. Ethereum has gained 20% in the past week alone, while Bitcoin has seen a 10% increase.

Bitcoin reaches new all-time high

Bitcoin has reached a new all-time high of $80,000 in parallel. This rise is due to a combination of increasing institutional adoption and high demand for Bitcoin ETFs. Investors have poured billions into these products, increasing Bitcoin’s dominance in the market.

Impact on Ethereum and the DeFi sector

Despite its recent upswing, Ethereum remains below its 2021 all-time high of $4,878. However, early signs of a long-term trend reversal are emerging. The regulatory landscape may change in Ethereum’s favor under Trump. A more relaxed stance from the SEC could encourage the use of Ethereum-based DeFi applications.

One example is the governance token of DeFi platform Aave, which rose 29% last week. The token of Ethena, a decentralized stablecoin protocol, also rose 34%.

Future prospects: A bullish market

Experts like Nick Forster of Derive emphasize the surprisingly positive market dynamics for Ethereum. While Bitcoin continues to be seen as a stable store of value, Ethereum shows potential for above-average growth. Traders are speculating on further price gains, supported by advances such as the recently introduced Dencun upgrade, which reduced the costs of Layer 2 networks.

Conclusion

The developments in Ethereum and Bitcoin underline the dynamic nature of the crypto market. While Bitcoin is setting new records, Ethereum is recovering after a difficult period and showing signs of further growth. With an optimistic market environment and possible regulatory changes, Ethereum faces an exciting future.

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