The year 2024 was one of mixed results for Ethereum (ETH), given the fall in the Ethereum price between August and November 2024. Despite its recovery in the final months of the year, Ethereum paled in comparison with other altcoins like Dogecoin (DOGE) and XRP.

"The person deciding the new EF leadership team is me," ethereum's co-founder Vitalik Buterin said amid some crypto drama as ethereum's price keeps lagging behind bitcoin.

Yoshitaka Kitao, the representative director, president and CEO of SBI Holdings, Inc (a major Ripple partner in Japan), has taken to his account on the X platform (formerly widely known as Twitter) to attract the attention of the crypto community to an important approaching event – XRP Community Day 2025.

As the US SEC gears up for its first meeting under acting chair Mark Uyeda, there are growing speculations in the crypto community about an imminent Ripple SEC case settlement.

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TRON founder Justin Sun has unveiled his hypothetical plan for the Ethereum Foundation (EF). He joined the conversation about the recent criticism the crypto community has leveled against Ethereum leadership and its operations.

The crypto community is rife with speculation about an imminent Ripple SEC case settlement as the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prepares for its first meeting under acting chair Mark Uyeda. However, ex-Securities lawyer Marc Fagel debunked rumors of the settlement.

While the new president has made no announcement, Consensys founder Joe Lubin pointed out some tell-tale signs, including World Liberty Financial's recent Ether purchases.

This analysis examines the 4-hour charts of ADA and XRP, focusing on Elliott Wave structures, Fibonacci levels, and potential scenarios. Key resistance and support levels are emphasized for future price movement predictions.

Sun's proposal could reshape Ethereum's financial strategy, potentially boosting investor confidence and driving significant market shifts. The post Justin Sun proposes plan to drive Ethereum to $10,000 appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

XRP is still making notable progress as the broader market begins a mild bullish recovery. Its price performance has remained positive since at least early November 2024.

Crypto enthusiasts are full of anticipation as XRP price eyes a monumental surge to $15, spurred by Ripple's legal wins and a rare technical buy signal. While this news has reignited investor interest in XRP, another crypto contender, PropiChain, is quietly building momentum.

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Ethereum price has remained in a tight range this month as its ecosystem faces substantial challenges and increasing competition. Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency, was trading at $3,310 on January 22, roughly 20% below its November highs.

SOON raised $22 million through an NFT sale to celebrate its mainnet launch, aiming for community-driven growth with fair tokenomics and Solana Virtual Machine integration.

Unlike other Ethereum L2s, “the first true SVM rollup" uses the Solana Virtual Machine to speed transaction settlement times.

The crypto market is buzzing with anticipation as it seems like regulatory approval for staked ETH ETFs are imminent, supported by the optimism from Ethereum co-creator Joe Lubin.

The latest move in the ongoing rivalry between Stellar (XLM) and XRP saw the former hit an all-time low against its competitor. After XLM failed to hold the key price point of 0.15 XRP, it suffered a big drop, losing over 8% in a single day and 29% since the start of the week.

Justin Sun, the founder of the Tron network, has unveiled an ambitious strategy to transform Ethereum's ecosystem and push its price to $10,000. In a Jan. 22 post on X, Sun detailed how changes in supply management, operational strategy, and fiscal policies could reshape the trajectory of the second-largest digital asset by market capitalization.

XRP, the native cryptocurrency of Ripple, has been experiencing a notable surge since the start of 2025, crossing the significant $3 mark for the first time since January 2018. Despite some recent market pullbacks, analyst Dark Defender remains exceptionally bullish on XRP, advising investors to “sit back and relax,” and ignore the ongoing Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt (FUD) that has surfaced amidst broader market volatility.

On January 21, Ethereum core developer Eric Conner announced his departure from the community, citing his discontent with the Ethereum Foundation (EF) leadership decisions. The announcement came after co-founder Vitalik Buterin dismissed calls for a shakeup in the current leadership and claimed sole authority over the organization.

Ethereum has been moving within a tight range, caught between the 100-day MA at $3.2K and the $3.5K resistance. This consolidation phase, accompanied by heightened volatility, suggests that a decisive breakout is on the horizon, which could lead to a new trend.

Tron founder Justin Sun has laid out an ambitious plan to drive Ethereum (ETH) price towards a $10,000 price point. Sun's proposal includes halting ETH sales, taxing Layer 2 solutions, and focusing on Layer 1 development.

Justin Sun, who founded Tron blockchain, has taken to social media to reveal how he would push the second most popular cryptocurrency Ethereum up to make it reach $10,000 if he were in charge.

Ripple and DTX Exchange offer unique investment opportunities, while Dogecoin tanks. DTX Exchange's multi-asset platform is growing with community support.

TL;DR EigenLayer has launched its Rewards v2 upgrade on the Ethereum mainnet, enhancing flexibility, efficiency, and customization in the reward system. Key features include operator-specific rewards, variable fees for Actively Validated Services (AVSs), and batch reward collection to reduce gas fees.

In an effort to uplift market sentiment, Coinbase CEO recently announced plans to offer ‘tier 1 support' to Solana following transaction glitches on the crypto trading platform. Notably, the exchange's CEO, Brian Armstrong, revealed that the transaction glitch on the network was fixed.

Since the market has historically moved in opposite directions of investor sentiment, Santiment says ETH has a chance to rally amid current negativity.

The rise of crypto scams highlights vulnerabilities in blockchain ecosystems, with the latest revelation exposing a fraudulent claim that the US Treasury created an XRP wallet. An in-depth on-chain analysis revealed the wallet's origins in the Philippines, despite its initial portrayal as a legitimate source tied to major institutions like Bank of America and JPMorgan.

Eric Conner, a core developer in the Ethereum ecosystem, has announced his departure from the community, citing issues with leadership within the Ethereum Foundation (EF).

In a recent tweet, XRPScan, a popular XRP Ledger Explorer, issued a critical warning to the XRP community. The alert responded to speculations of an XRP account allegedly affiliated with the U.S. Treasury.

ConsenSys founder Joe Lubin revealed that Ethereum ETF issuers are optimistic about receiving regulatory approval to offer staking features soon.

The inauguration of President Donald Trump has had an impact on the crypto market, revived investors' interest, and boosted the crypto community. Ripple (XRP) is now close to reaching the $4 goal after crossing $3. Meanwhile, Shiba Inu (SHIB) has been on a downtrend, forcing investors to look for other opportunities.

XRP News: Ripple's native crypto has once again created headlines, as it outpaces the second-largest crypto by market cap recently. According to recent reports, XRP and another top altcoin recorded more gains as compared to Ethereum over the last 30 days.

World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a prominent crypto project backed by the Trump family, has made a significant bet on Ethereum (ETH), holding an impressive 56,969 ETH, valued at $184 million. This substantial position represents 57% of WLFI's total portfolio, signaling the project's confidence in Ethereum's long-term prospects.

XRP maintains bullish momentum above $3.15 with strong technical support at $3.10, while facing immediate resistance at $3.2250 as it aims for higher targets.

Ethereum, Solana, and Sui technical analysis: ETH eyes $25K, SOL targets $4.5K, and SUI aims for $10 as key bullish setups unfold.

Ethereum ETF staking could soon become a reality, says Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin. The new SEC leadership under Paul Atkins will likely be a force for good in the US crypto industry, and $ETH ETF staking could be the first step toward a Crypto-Trump America.

With Ethereum in the middle of a major restructuring, the conversation about decentralization took an unexpected turn. Ripple CTO David Schwartz joined the discussion, offering a measured defense of Vitalik Buterin's methods, even as debates over centralized decision-making continued to dominate talks.

Corbin Fraser has sparked a debate in the crypto community with his recent critique of Ethereum, accusing the blockchain giant of prioritizing cultural and environmental ideals over competitiveness and utility. Ethereum's Ideological Focus Could Backfire Bitcoin.

As XRP, currently the third-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, navigates recent fluctuations, analysts and market experts are optimistic about its potential for significant price growth. After experiencing a brief dip toward $2.83 over the weekend, following an unsuccessful attempt to breach its all-time high of $3.40 set seven years ago, the sentiment surrounding XRP remains bullish.

"Those expecting something monumental to happen are about to be disappointed," a former SEC staff member claimed.

The Ethereum Foundation is implementing organizational changes and expanding its DeFi involvement while founder Vitalik Buterin maintains firm control over leadership decisions despite community pressure for more dramatic reforms.

XRP is experiencing a period of heightened activity, with recent developments suggesting a potential surge for the cryptocurrency. One of the most significant indicators of this is the record $250 million worth of XRP outflow from exchanges, which has raised interest among both traders and long-term holders.

Ethereum whales have accumulated $1 billion worth of ETH over two weeks while network activity doubles and exchange supply decreases, suggesting strong institutional interest during the current price consolidation around $3,300.

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Concerns about the Ethereum Foundation's (EF) leadership and its direction were recently addressed by Vitalik Buterin, who clarified the EF's function and role within the Ethereum ecosystem. EF is only one part of a much larger decentralized ecosystem, as he made clear in his remarks.