As the crypto world gets off to a fast start in 2025, the competition between Ethereum and a notable altcoin has started to heat up again. Analysts are emphasizing the possibility of this altcoin to surpass Ethereum this cycle. At the same time, the increasing investor interest in Ethereum points to a fierce competition between these two crypto giants. So, how will these developments shape the market?
Can Solana Emerge from Ethereum's Shadow?
Famous crypto analyst The Flow Horse stated that Solana could repeat the success of Ethereum’s previous bull cycles. The analyst emphasized that Solana’s current user base provides strong support and that this interest will continue. The Flow Horse said the following in a statement on social media platform X:
"Solana has great potential to follow Ethereum's past rally against Bitcoin."
According to the latest data, Solana (SOL) is up 4% against Bitcoin (SOL/BTC). This is a more significant increase compared to Ethereum’s (ETH/BTC) 2.44% increase. This suggests that Solana could continue to outperform Bitcoin. Furthermore, the strong loyalty of Solana’s user base is a major contributor to the sustainability of this momentum.
Artificial Intelligence and Potential in Altcoins
Flow Horse predicts that artificial intelligence (AI)-based altcoin projects will become a notable sector in this cycle. The analyst stated the following on the subject:
"AI-based projects have the potential to create a tangible story in the crypto world. However, everything still depends on Bitcoin."
This assessment indicates that AI projects can gain an important place in the crypto world. These projects, which are followed with curiosity by investors, are increasingly attracting attention with the possibility of offering tangible benefits. In particular, the integration of AI and the crypto world will bring a new dimension to the sector.
Record Investment Interest in Ethereum Spot ETFs
Interest in Ethereum has been further strengthened by spot ETF investments. According to SoSo Value’s report, $2.1 billion worth of investment inflows were made to Ethereum spot ETFs in December. This figure constitutes 81.5% of total net inflows. In particular, Fidelity Ethereum Fund (FETH) is the leader in this field with $1.58 billion. Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust is second with $601 million in investment.