The cryptocurrency market suffered another sharp downturn on Wednesday, November 5, that marked a nearly $1 trillion monthly loss in market capitalization, which has dropped from $4.3 trillion recorded in early October to $3.4 trillion at the time of writing. Major cryptocurrencies all saw major losses. Bitcoin (BTC), down 8% on the week, tested the critical $100,000 support level, while Ethereum (ETH) dropped to $3,300, plummeting 16% over the same period. Institutional investors also pulled $1.15 billion from Bitcoin ETFs last week, signaling waning sentiment among traditional institutions, which were…
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Ethereum Loses Critical Holders’ Support
Ethereum (ETH) has staged a recovery after bouncing from recent lows, pushing closer to the $4,500 level. The rally comes even as some of the most crucial long-term holders (LTHs) exit positions. Other investors, however, appear to be countering the impact through consistent inflows that are supporting price strength. Ethereum Investors Counter Each Other On-chain data shows Ethereum’s Liveliness metric trending higher, a signal that long-term holders continue to sell. This group holds significant influence, and their selling often creates downward pressure on ETH’s valuation. Their recent activity reflects caution…
Read MorePeter Thiel acquires 7.5% stake in Ethereum treasury ETHZilla
Peter Thiel, the billionaire tech investor and co-founder of PayPal and Palantir, is part of an investor group that holds a 7.5% stake in 180 Life Sciences, which is rebranding as ETHZilla, an Ethereum-focused corporate treasury vehicle, according to a new SEC disclosure. Shares of 180 Life Sciences (ATNF) jumped over 11% at Monday’s close and surged roughly 57% in overnight trading, Yahoo Finance data shows. 180 Life Sciences announced its Ethereum treasury plan in late July. On Monday, the biotech firm said it sold $156 million in senior secured…
Read MoreSharpLink Gaming Faces Share Decline Amid $400 Million Ether Acquisition Deal
SharpLink Gaming recently announced a $400 million share purchase deal to enhance its Ether holdings. This strategic move is expected to raise its total ETH assets to over $3 billion, positioning the company as a significant player in the cryptocurrency market. Following the announcement, SharpLink’s shares fell over 6.5% to $22.34 but saw a recovery in after-hours trading, gaining nearly 3.5% to $23.10. This volatility reflects investor sentiment and market dynamics surrounding cryptocurrency investments. What are the implications of SharpLink’s Ether purchase? The purchase is expected to enhance SharpLink’s market…
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