Vitalik Buterin is pushing back against aggressive online culture—and also, perhaps, embracing it—as he revamps the Ethereum Foundation.

Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, continues to capture the attention of investors, developers, and the broader crypto community. As the Ethereum network evolves with major upgrades like Ethereum 2.0, scalability improvements, and expanding decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions, the future price trajectory of ETH remains a key focus for market participants.

The return of Donald Trump to the presidency has caused a wave of enthusiasm in the digital asset market, with institutional investors making bold bets on cryptocurrencies like XRP and Solana. This trend is noted by the CoinShares' Digital Asset Fund Flows Weekly Report, which reveals a historic influx of funds into the crypto market with total assets under management (AuM) now at a new all-time high.

Solana (SOL) has emerged as a strong competitor to Ethereum in the cryptocurrency space, earning the title of “Ethereum Killer” due to its fast transaction speeds and low costs. Although the crypto market is still volatile, Solana continues to make strides, having previously hit an all-time high (ATH) of $294.33.

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ETH's price momentum slows amid leadership disputes at the Ethereum Foundation and Solana's expanding DApp market share.

Sol Strategies Inc. has commenced trading on the OTCQX Best Market under the ticker "CYFRF," marking a milestone for Solana blockchain investment. This upgrade enhances transparency, attracts U.S. investors, and aligns with its pending Nasdaq application to expand global opportunities. The post Sol Strategies Entered OTC Group Best Market Under the Ticker “CYFRF” appeared first on Cryptonews.

Tuesday's surge in cryptocurrency markets coincides with a wave of ETF filings submitted to the SEC within 24 hours of the Donald Trump administration taking office. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $107,106.40 +3.3% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $3,335.10 +0.1% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $252.85 +2.7% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $3.19 +2.2% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.3841 +7.2% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00002102 +2.2% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 35.8% and daily active addresses up by 7.3%.

Ethereum's upcoming growth could be fueled by whale accumulation, Q1 trends, and Ethereum Foundation changes.

Ethereum, the largest altcoin by market capitalization, is trading at surprisingly low levels compared to its peers, raising concerns among investors. As the broader crypto market shows signs of strength, Ethereum's underperformance has sparked fears that this cycle may not deliver the returns many expected from the leading altcoin.

The official TRUMP token on Solana is up nearly 9% on the day, hitting its highest price in more than 24 hours.

Buterin labeled inflammatory X posts about the head of the Ethereum Foundation as "pure evil."

Tron takes a win as the most efficient network in transactions relative to token value. Meanwhile, TRX seems to have found new local bottom but is it enough for a substantial rally?

REX Shares has filed multiple exotic ETF applications for such tokens as XRP, Solana (SOL), and Dogecoin (DOGE).

Several Ethereum key metrics are witnessing a positive sentiment following a renewed upward momentum in the digital asset's price. Favorable macroeconomic and market conditions are believed to have bolstered the uptrend in ETH's price and market dynamics, reflecting the potential for more price growth.

Crypto analyst Ali Martinez has discussed Ethereum current price action as the second largest crypto by market cap remains below $4,000. The analyst outlined some facts to give a clearer picture of whether or not it is the right time to give up on ETH.

Jupiter's JUP token fell as the Solana decentralized exchange prepares to open claims for its latest airdrop for users.

Oxbridge Re Holdings Limited, a publicly listed company specializing in reinsurance and tokenized real-world assets, has announced the inclusion of Bitcoin and Ethereum in its treasury reserve strategy.

Bad actors can exploit this vulnerability and lock users out of their own wallets.

Will Ethereum Foundation overhaul boost ETH's value in the long run?

Solana (SOL) price recently surged to a new all-time high, breaking volume and trading records after the launch of TRUMP's official coin on the Solana blockchain.

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Pump.fun, a Solana-based meme coin launchpad, recently deposited 116,055 SOL, valued at $28 million, to cryptocurrency exchange Kraken. The transaction, reported by Lookonchain, comes amidst an ongoing class action lawsuit targeting the creators of Pump.fun for allegedly exploiting users and violating securities laws.

Solana (SOL) and Cardano (ADA) are two of the leading smart contract layer-one blockchains in crypto, supported by passionate communities. With that, Finbold decided to ask an artificial intelligence (AI) whether SOL or ADA make a better buy for 2025.

Ethereum co-founder Joseph Lubin, who is also the CEO of blockchain company ConsenSys, has predicted that the Web3 boom will be orders of magnitude larger than the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s. Lubin made these bold remarks in a recent post on the social media platform X, where he explained that the Web3 revolution is already underway and will dramatically reshape the world.

Coinbase is seeing intense congestion on the Solana network, causing deposit and transfer delay.

Searches for “Bitcoin” and “Crypto” also jumped on Google Trends post-TRUMP meme coin launch, signaling renewed retail interest.

TL;DR Vitalik Buterin reaffirms his authority over the Ethereum Foundation and rejects calls for a leadership change. The Ethereum community is pushing to promote Danny Ryan, a key figure in the transition to Proof of Stake, as a leader within the foundation.

The community pushes for change, but Vitalik defends the current management and plans future reforms.

Ethereum Foundation allocates 50K ETH to DeFi, marking a major shift to active participation, as leadership changes unfold.

Ethereum has struggled against Bitcoin as BTC dominances pushes ETH/BTC pair to a four-year low.

Still at the top of the hierarchy, the most known and used assets are Bitcoin and Ethereum. However, their high prices and big market capitalization have greatly reduced their ability to create life-changing returns. For 2025 investors, the less-known but highly promising altcoins have exponential riches potential.

Bitcoin is showing no signs of slowing down, and why would it? As Donald Trump, who is now well-known for his crypto-friendly attitude, officially joins the office of the US President, the crypto world is expecting a lot of pro-crypto administrative changes and executive government orders to be passed in the coming days.

The rollout of Donald Trump's official meme coin on Solana has boosted not only the crypto's price and trading volume but also the total dollar value locked (TVL). The TVL on Solana has crossed the $10 billion mark for the first time since the implosion of Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX exchange and hit a new historic high of over $12 billion.

Solana (SOL), in the last 72 hours, has experienced bullish sentiment that pushed its price to an all-time high of $294.33. After achieving the feat on Jan. 19, supported by the hype of surprise meme coins on the blockchain, SOL has experienced a price decline.

Solana (SOL), known for its high-speed blockchain operations, has experienced a rollercoaster of price movements, culminating in a notable drop from its all-time high (ATH) shortly after Donald Trump's inauguration. To understand this phenomenon, one must consider the confluence of market dynamics, political influences, and the speculative nature of cryptocurrency investments.

In a latest development, Asset manager REX Shares has filed for several crypto-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with the SEC, including options for XRP, SOL, DOGE, and BONK for institutional investors. In a recent X post, Bloomberg analyst Eric Balchunas shared the news. The asset manager filed these applications in collaboration with Osprey.

The latest price analysis by Coinidol.com report, the price of Ethereum (ETH) has been moving in a range above the $3,000 support but below the 50-day SMA or resistance at $3,600.

In a recent development, asset manager REX Shares has applied for a flurry of crypto-related exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The filing included applications for ETFs that will offer XRP, SOL, DOGE, and BONK to institutional investors.

Solana's total value locked (TVL) has exceeded $10 billion, for the first time since the FTX collapse, which sent shockwaves across the crypto ecosystem.

The Ethereum Foundation is exploring the possibility of staking its substantial ETH reserves, a shift from its long-standing approach of avoiding direct participation in staking.

The crypto world is abuzz with positive sentiment as trading volumes skyrocket. Donald Trump is said to have bought over $48 million worth of ETH, which has caused ripples in the market. But that is not all. Solana (SOL) reached a new all-time high on Sunday. It is among the top gainers right now.

Ethereum (ETH) appears to have found a powerful ally in World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform reportedly linked to U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Coinbase's infrastructure is once again under fire after Solana deposits are delayed, highlighting recurring issues with the platform's performance.

TL;DR Base Protocol, Ethereum's Layer-2 solution, has surpassed $1 billion in annualized on-chain Gross Domestic Product (GDP), marking an important milestone. Jesse Pollak, the leader of Base, has announced the ambitious goal of reaching $1 trillion in annualized on-chain GDP, reflecting confidence in its scalability.

In a consolidating crypto environment, Tron and Dogecoin show reasons for optimism, with supportive technical structures. While no forecast is guaranteed, these setups highlight opportunities for those managing risk responsibly.

Vitalik Buterin dismissed calls for a leadership shakeup in the Ethereum Foundation, reaffirmed his authority and condemned harassment against Aya Miyaguchi.