**Cryptocurrency News**

- **Ether (ETH) Under Pressure**: Despite successful tech upgrades and the approval of spot ETFs, Ether’s price has underperformed investors’ expectations over the past two years.

- **Market Uncertainty**: The overall market situation remains volatile amid recession fears and rumors of a major Bitcoin sell-off.

- **Liquid Supply Declining**: Ether inventories on exchanges remain at historically low levels, which could lead to higher prices if demand increases.

- **Stakes Rising**: Staking deposits continue to rise despite the price decline, indicating investor confidence in Ether’s long-term potential.

- **Peer Comparison**: Ether has lagged significantly behind Bitcoin and Solana in price growth, which could change as market conditions improve and institutional investment increases.

- **Possible growth by the end of the year**: Positive economic conditions and regulatory support could be a catalyst for Ethereum price growth.