Insight: Ethereum Hype Grows, But Price Lags – Bitcoin Could Be the Real Risk
Ethereum just hit a notable milestone: for the first time, its trading volume has surpassed Bitcoin’s, largely driven by growing institutional interest and optimism. Despite this surge in enthusiasm, ETH’s price remains flat, hovering around $2,600–$2,620 — indicating that significant capital isn't actually flowing into the market.
Instead of increasing their exposure, many institutions are simply reallocating their existing ETH holdings to stocks, reducing fresh demand. The bigger risk, however, comes from Bitcoin: long-term BTC holders are currently sitting on an average profit of 215%. If they start cashing out in large numbers, it could trigger a broader market correction — pulling ETH down with it.
In short, Ethereum is stuck in a phase of "rising volume, stagnant price." Without a strong catalyst like spot ETF approvals or a major network upgrade, sustaining upward momentum in the near term will be challenging.