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According to Foresight News, Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently shared insights into Ethereum's significant connection with China during an interview with Wu Blockchain. He highlighted the pivotal role played by Wanxiang in supporting Ethereum during a critical financial period. In 2015, following the launch of Ethereum's mainnet, the foundation faced severe financial constraints, nearly exhausting its funds. To sustain the development team, the foundation needed to sell Ethereum. Wanxiang stepped in, purchasing 410,000 Ether at a price of $1.2 each, amounting to a total investment of $500,000. This financial support was crucial for the foundation, potentially saving it from a dire situation. For Wanxiang, this investment turned out to be highly beneficial. Buterin emphasized the importance of this transaction, noting that it not only provided essential financial relief to the Ethereum Foundation but also marked a significant investment opportunity for Wanxiang. This collaboration underscored the strong ties between Ethereum and China, highlighting the mutual benefits derived from this partnership.

According to Cointelegraph, Ethereum exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States might soon incorporate staking yield, as suggested by a report from Bernstein Research dated December 2. The report speculates that under a potential crypto-friendly Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) led by a new Trump administration, the approval of ETH staking yield could become a reality. Staking involves locking Ether (ETH) as collateral with a validator on the Ethereum blockchain, allowing stakers to earn ETH payouts from network fees and other rewards. However, there is a risk of losing ETH collateral if the validator misbehaves, a process known as 'slashing.' As of December 2, the annualized percentage return (APR) for staking ETH is approximately 3.1%, as reported by StakingRewards.com. Bernstein suggests that this yield could increase to 4-5% with heightened activity levels on the Ethereum network. In July, the SEC authorized spot Ethereum ETFs to trade in the US but did not permit these funds to stake ETH for additional yield, despite requests from ETF issuers like Fidelity, 21Shares, and Franklin Templeton. With US President-elect Donald Trump expressing intentions to transform the US into a 'world’s crypto capital,' there is speculation that he might appoint crypto-friendly leaders to head financial regulatory bodies when he assumes office on January 20, 2025. This development could potentially expedite the approval of staking for Ethereum ETFs, according to Bernstein. The report also highlights Ethereum's risk-reward profile, noting that ETH is seen as an attractive investment opportunity. This perspective is supported by increasing investor interest following a period of underperformance compared to Bitcoin (BTC). Bernstein points out that Ethereum's fundamentals appear robust, and the recent uptick in ETF inflows signals a renewed interest in the cryptocurrency. Ether investment funds have recorded net inflows of $2.2 billion in 2024, surpassing the previous record of approximately $2 billion in 2021, indicating a significant shift in sentiment towards ETH, as per CoinShares. Additionally, Matthew Sigel, VanEck’s head of digital asset research, forecasts that the Ethereum network could generate up to $66 billion in annual free cash flow by 2030, potentially driving the spot price of ETH to as high as $22,000 per token.

According to Cointelegraph, Ether (ETH) investment funds have reached a milestone with net inflows of $2.2 billion in 2024, surpassing the previous record of approximately $2 billion set in 2021. This significant increase in inflows indicates a notable shift in investor sentiment towards ETH, as highlighted in CoinShares’ December 2 weekly digital asset fund flows report. The overall cryptocurrency investment landscape has also seen substantial activity, with net inflows totaling $270 million during the week starting November 26. This brings the total inflows for the year to a new high of over $37 billion, based on CoinShares' data. During this period, there was a noticeable shift in investor interest from Bitcoin (BTC) to ETH. Bitcoin experienced outflows of $457 million, marking its first major outflows since September, while ETH recorded inflows of $634 million. Felix Hartmann, founder of Hartmann Capital, interprets this shift from BTC to ETH as an indication that Wall Street is increasingly participating in the "alt rotation." This sentiment is echoed by crypto commentator Ethereum Vibin, who noted in a social media post that ETH ETF flows have surpassed BTC ETF flows for the first time. Cointelegraph also reported on November 29 that Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have attracted more investor funds than Bitcoin ETFs since November 22, following a significant legal victory for Ethereum’s decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem in a United States court. In addition to ETH, XRP (XRP) has also experienced notable inflows, reaching nearly $100 million, the largest ever recorded. CoinShares attributes this surge to growing excitement around the potential for an exchange-traded fund. On December 1, XRP overtook Solana (SOL) in market capitalization and subsequently surpassed Tether’s USDt (USDT) to become the third-largest crypto asset by market cap. The native asset of blockchain payments firm Ripple has reached a new high for 2024, driven by investor optimism for pro-crypto developments in the United States under President-elect Donald Trump. Investors are also closely watching for progress on Ripple’s dollar-pegged, overcollateralized stablecoin project, RLUSD.

On Dec 02, 2024, 17:40 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has dropped below 3,600 USDT and is now trading at 3,598.060059 USDT, with a narrowed 3.01% decrease in 24 hours.

According to Odaily, Ethereum experienced significant growth in various sectors during November. Data disclosed by analyst Lars on the X platform reveals that Ethereum's staking revenue increased by 18.8%, reaching $263 million. This rise highlights the growing interest and participation in Ethereum's staking ecosystem. Additionally, Ethereum's on-chain activities saw substantial developments. In November, 46,553 ETH were burned, equivalent to $147 million. Since the implementation of EIP-1559 in early August 2021, a total of 4.48 million ETH, valued at $12.6 billion, have been burned. This burning mechanism is part of Ethereum's strategy to reduce supply and potentially increase the value of the remaining tokens. Moreover, the non-fungible token (NFT) market on the Ethereum blockchain also witnessed a notable surge. The transaction volume for NFTs reached approximately $196.3 million in November, marking a 61.5% increase. This growth indicates a renewed interest in digital collectibles and art, further solidifying Ethereum's position as a leading platform for NFT transactions.

According to PANews, recent data from Lookonchain reveals a substantial increase in the total value locked (TVL) across several blockchain platforms over the past week. Ethereum experienced a notable rise in its TVL, with an increase of $4.81 billion. This surge indicates a growing interest and investment in the Ethereum network, reflecting its continued prominence in the blockchain space.In addition to Ethereum, Base also saw a significant boost in its TVL, with an increase of $302 million. This growth suggests that Base is gaining traction among investors and users, contributing to its expanding ecosystem. The influx of funds into Base highlights its potential as a competitive platform in the blockchain industry.Hyperliquid, another platform, reported an increase of $290 million in its TVL. This rise underscores the platform's growing appeal and the confidence investors have in its capabilities. The increase in TVL across these platforms indicates a broader trend of rising interest and investment in blockchain technologies, as funds continue to flow into Ethereum, Base, and Hyperliquid.

According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum (ETH) dropped below 3,600 USDT and is now trading at 3,589 USDT, with a 3.24% decrease in 24 hours.

According to CoinDesk, Ethereum is currently experiencing a positive trend, offering promising signals for its native token, ether (ETH). The cryptocurrency's price chart reveals a pattern similar to the one observed in bitcoin (BTC) before its significant rally last month.Ether's three-line break chart, which eliminates daily fluctuations and erratic price changes, indicates that the eight-month corrective trend marked by lower highs and lower lows has concluded. The broader upward trend from the October 2023 lows near $1,500 has resumed. Such breakouts often lead to a bullish cascade effect, attracting new buyers and pushing out sellers who previously limited price increases during consolidation.Bitcoin experienced a comparable breakout in mid-October, leading to a rally that reached record highs above $73,000. Since then, BTC has surged by 45% to over $96,000, as reported by TradingView and CoinDesk. While traders use price patterns to assess trend strength and changes, these patterns do not always perform as expected, and fundamental factors can significantly influence trends.Recent activity on the Ethereum network supports the bullish outlook for ETH. The number of "blobs" posted on the Ethereum network by layer 2 protocols increased in November. Posting blobs incurs variable fees paid in ether, which are burned like regular transaction fees, reducing ETH's market supply.Additionally, mainstream investor interest in ether is growing. On Friday, the nine spot ether ETFs listed in the U.S. saw inflows totaling $332.9 million, marking the highest single-day tally since their inception, according to Farside Investors.

According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum (ETH) dropped below 3,700 USDT and is now trading at 3,698.620117 USDT, with a 0.24% increase in 24 hours.

On Dec 01, 2024, 21:24 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 3,700 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 3,700.610107 USDT, with a narrowed narrowed 0.24% decrease in 24 hours.

According to Foresight News, Ethereum Foundation researcher Justin Drake recently reflected on the four-year anniversary of the Ethereum Beacon Chain, which was launched on December 1, 2020. At its inception, 50 million ETH were staked, and while it initially offered no direct benefits to users, it has since evolved into one of the most robust foundations in blockchain history. Looking ahead, Ethereum has the potential to become the settlement layer of the internet of value. Despite its imperfections, the Beacon Chain is undergoing a long-term upgrade journey. These upgrades aim to improve censorship resistance and MEV handling, reduce staking deposits, increase finality speed, enable smart issuance, achieve smartwatch-level full-chain verification, and ensure post-quantum security. Beyond the consensus layer, there are aspirations to achieve full sharding on the data layer and native rollups on the execution layer. Improvements to Layer 1 (L1) will be implemented incrementally over the years, with some enhancements, such as chain networking and post-quantum security, potentially requiring a complete redesign. Layer 2 (L2) solutions are expected to deliver significant performance improvements within months. These enhancements include a faster user experience, low fees, unlimited throughput, and synchronous composability. The ongoing developments in both L1 and L2 are set to bolster Ethereum's position as a leading blockchain platform, paving the way for a more efficient and secure digital economy.

On Dec 01, 2024, 13:17 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 3,700 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 3,701.199951 USDT, with a narrowed 0.63% increase in 24 hours.

According to PANews, recent data disclosed by Cointelegraph on the X platform reveals that Ethereum's market capitalization has surpassed that of major American membership warehouse chain Costco and Vanguard Group, Inc. This achievement has propelled Ethereum back into the top 30 global assets by market capitalization, currently ranking at the 29th position. This development highlights Ethereum's significant growth and influence in the global financial landscape. The cryptocurrency's ability to surpass well-established companies like Costco and Vanguard underscores its increasing acceptance and integration into mainstream financial systems. Ethereum's rise in market capitalization reflects its expanding role in various sectors, including decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which continue to attract substantial investment and interest from both individual and institutional investors. The ascent of Ethereum in the global market capitalization rankings is indicative of the broader trend of cryptocurrencies gaining prominence as viable investment assets. As digital currencies continue to evolve and mature, their impact on traditional financial markets becomes more pronounced, challenging conventional asset classes and prompting discussions about the future of finance. Ethereum's current position in the global market capitalization rankings serves as a testament to its growing importance and potential in shaping the financial landscape.

According to PANews, data from Dune reveals that the Ethereum Name Service (ENS) experienced a significant decline in new domain registrations in November, with fewer than 10,000 new domains registered. Specifically, only 8,664 new domains were added, marking the lowest monthly registration figure for the year. Despite the drop in new registrations, the total number of active domains remains substantial, standing at 1,811,983. Additionally, the number of unique user addresses participating in the ENS ecosystem has reached 875,047. The total number of domain sets, or 'Names set,' has also grown to 899,849. This data highlights the ongoing engagement and interest in the ENS, even as new registrations have slowed.

On Dec 01, 2024, 04:49 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 3,700 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 3,703.889893 USDT, with a narrowed 1.65% increase in 24 hours.

According to Odaily, Bitwise CEO Hunter Horsley recently shared his insights on social media platform X, expressing optimism about the future of Ethereum (ETH) and other Layer 1 blockchains. Horsley emphasized that a bearish outlook on Ethereum is unlikely to persist in the long term. He clarified that supporting Ethereum does not preclude being bullish on other Layer 1 blockchains, suggesting that both can thrive simultaneously.Horsley highlighted the potential for significant growth within the Layer 1 blockchain category, indicating that the success of one platform does not necessitate the decline of another. This perspective underscores a broader view of the blockchain ecosystem, where multiple platforms can coexist and expand, contributing to the overall advancement of the technology. His comments reflect a balanced approach to the competitive landscape of blockchain platforms, advocating for a scenario where diverse technologies can achieve success without undermining each other.

On Nov 30, 2024, 20:38 PM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, Ethereum has crossed the 3,700 USDT benchmark and is now trading at 3,700.790039 USDT, with a narrowed 2.71% increase in 24 hours.

According to Cointelegraph, spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the United States reached a new milestone for daily inflows on November 29. Data from Farside indicates that $332.9 million was invested into the nine spot Ether ETFs on that day, surpassing the previous record of $295.5 million set on November 11 by $37.4 million. BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, played a significant role in this achievement, contributing $250.4 million to the total inflows on November 29. Nate Geraci, president of ETF Store, highlighted in a post on X that BlackRock's iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA) has accumulated over $2 billion in inflows since its launch on July 23. At the time of reporting, Ether was trading at $3,662, marking a 1.88% increase since November 28, according to CoinMarketCap data. The surge in Ether ETF inflows has caught the attention of several crypto commentators, who noted that these inflows exceeded those of spot Bitcoin ETFs, which attracted $320 million on the same day. Felix Hartmann, founder of Hartmann Capital, interpreted this as a sign that Wall Street is increasingly participating in the "alt rotation." Ethereum Vibin, a crypto commentator, remarked that "ETH ETF flows have flipped BTC ETF flows for the first time." This marks the first occasion where Ether ETFs recorded higher inflows than spot Bitcoin ETFs on days when both experienced inflows. This trend follows several recent days where spot Ether ETFs maintained positive inflows, while spot Bitcoin ETFs faced outflows. Cointelegraph reported on November 29 that since November 22, Ether ETFs have attracted more investor interest than Bitcoin ETFs, coinciding with a significant legal victory for Ethereum's decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem in a US court. Between November 22 and 27, spot Ether ETFs accumulated $224.9 million in net inflows over four trading days, whereas spot Bitcoin ETFs recorded $35.2 million in net inflows, largely due to a substantial outflow on November 25.