Analyst Predicts ETH Could Reach $8,000 in Next 5 Years
Is the price of ether (ETH) undervalued? “Yes ... We have an $8,000 price target on the coin, that’s a five year price target,” says VanEck’s Head of Digital Assets Research Matthew Sigel. He's joined by Jason Lau of Okcoin for a markets analysis post-Merge.
Ether Now ‘Deflationary’ Since the Merge: Analyst
Matthew Sigel, head of digital assets research at VanEck, discusses ether's (ETH) state of supply and demand as the Merge is complete. "ETH is now deflationary ... we need the demand side to come through," he said. Plus, why we need "commitment to building and using the chain."
Ether Shorts Most Expensive in 16 Months Ahead of Merge
The cost of holding a short position or a bearish bet in the perpetual futures market tied to ether (ETH) is surging ahead of Ethereum’s technological upgrade, the Merge, slated to happen in less than 24 hours. “The Hash” team discusses what this means for ether’s price action and the wider Ethereum ecosystem.
How Will Bitcoin Dominance Be Impacted by the Merge?
"You'd have to expect Ethereum to continue to take ... the global total crypto market share," Eaglebrook’s Director of Research Joe Orsini says. He explains how Ethereum's improvements post-Merge could impact bitcoin.
'Distinct Demand Patterns' With Ether Futures: CME Group Exec
Bitcoin and ether are "trading about the same," says Tim McCourt, Global Head of Equity & FX Products at CME Group, "But, we have seen more ... distinct enthusiasm around ether." He outlines how the top two cryptocurrencies by market cap are trading on CME.
CME Group Launches Ethereum Options Ahead of Merge
Leading derivatives marketplace CME Group is launching ether (ETH) options amid surging demand for ETH derivatives ahead of the Ethereum Merge. Tim McCourt, global head of equity and FX products at CME Group, shares his insights following the first block trade.
Bitcoin Slips to $20K as US Inflation Continues to Rise
Bitcoin (BTC) and ether (ETH) tumbled as U.S. August inflation data came in higher than expected. QCP Capital co-founder and CIO Darius Sit discusses a potential bitcoin bottom and his crypto markets outlook. Plus, the current state of institutional investors in Asia.
Bitcoin Rally Continues While Ether Stays Steady Around $1,700
Bitcoin (BTC) rises above $22,000 ahead of the anticipated “Merge” while ether (ETH) lags behind. Observers claim the underperformance of ether stems from traders rotating money out of ether into bitcoin. “All About Bitcoin” host Christine Lee breaks down the Chart of the Day.
Bitcoin Above $22K Ahead of Ethereum Merge; Will the ‘Flippening’ Eventually Happen?
ConsenSys Head Economist Lex Sokolin joins “First Mover” to discuss impacts of the Ethereum Merge on ether (ETH) price, and the significance of reducing energy consumption for future Web3 developments. Plus, his thoughts on whether ether will eventually flip bitcoin (BTC).
Exploring the Regulatory Impact of Upcoming Ethereum Merge
Could the upcoming Ethereum Merge change the nature of ether (ETH) from a commodity to a security? Prime Trust VP Jeremy Sheridan discusses the legal considerations of the merge and how it might shape the future of the U.S. crypto regulatory framework. Plus, he reacts to Celsius’ lawsuit against Prime Trust.