$ETH $BTC #CryptoNews🔒📰🚫 Ethereum Outpaces Solana in Investment Flows, Nears $4,000 Price Target

August 8, 2025

Ethereum has overtaken Solana in short-term investment inflows, as the investment ratio between Solana and Ethereum has dropped to its lowest level this year.

Ethereum’s open interest has reached a record $58 billion, and the ETH/BTC pair has moved above its 200-week average — signaling a shift of capital from Bitcoin to alternative cryptocurrencies.

Additionally, low funding rates indicate that most market activity is being driven by spot demand rather than leveraged speculation.

Ethereum’s price is approaching the psychological resistance level of $4,000, with increased buying from institutional investors and ETFs. According to Glassnode, capital flows are tilting more toward Ethereum compared to Solana, highlighting the strengthening of the altcoin market under Ethereum’s leadership.

In the current market environment, the ETH/BTC pair has risen above the 200-week average for the first time in more than two years — a sign of investors reallocating from Bitcoin to Ethereum and other altcoins.

Bitcoin’s price remains under pressure below $116,000, while Ethereum has recovered to $3,902.

Ethereum’s futures open interest has climbed to $58 billion, giving it a 34.8% market share, while Bitcoin’s share has dropped to 47.1%.

These figures reflect rising institutional interest in Ethereum and increased network activity.

Experts note that most of the buying is happening in the spot market, a sign of a healthier market structure. According to Nate Geraci, president of ETF Store, since early June, ETFs and corporate treasuries have purchased about 1.6% of Ethereum’s total supply.

Although Ethereum saw nearly a 10% drop last week, it quickly rebounded by 9%, and all eyes are now on whether it can break through the crucial $4,000 resistance level.

Analysts believe that surpassing this level could trigger a search for new highs, potentially ushering in a new phase for the altcoin market.