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Ethereum’s 45% Price Jump Explained Ethereum’s price rose by about 45% in the past month, moving from roughly $2,900 in early July to over $4,300 by August 11, 2025, per CoinMarketCap. The second-largest cryptocurrency has been boosted by a mix of institutional inflows, technical upgrades, and favorable macroeconomic news. As of August 12, ETH trades around $4,260—up more than 16% in the past week alone—leaving investors wondering whether this rally is sustainable or just a sharp rebound from oversold conditions. Institutional Money Driving the Rally One of the clearest drivers of Ethereum’s surge has been heavy institutional buying. Exchange-traded funds…

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has reacted to a significant milestone for the top U.S. cryptocurrency exchange. In a tweet, Armstrong disclosed that Coinbase has acquired an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), indicating considerable growth in customer service. In his X post, Armstrong applauded the company’s Customer Experience team, highlighting the effort that went into achieving this milestone. “The Customer Experience team at Coinbase has been working hard to improve our scores and we finally hit an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau,” the Coinbase CEO wrote. He added that as Coinbase continues to handle a growing…

HashKey Exchange has announced its role as the official trading platform for MicroBit Capital’s new Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs. This marks a fresh milestone for Hong Kong’s digital asset market. Both ETFs went live on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, drawing strong attention from investors. The MicroBit Ethereum Spot ETF (3425.HK) has introduced a first-of-its-kind feature in the region: native staking at issuance. Through this service, investors can earn staking rewards directly from their ETF holdings, without the need for complex individual setups. HashKey Exchange will provide the staking services, supported by HashKey Cloud’s Web3 infrastructure technology. The…

TradeOS, a blockchain-based trading infrastructure provider, is partnering with Revox AI, a decentralized firm for robust dApps using AI and Web3. The collaboration aims to advance AI-to-AI composability to enhance the Web3 user experience. As disclosed by TradeOS in its social media announcement, the partnership will unlock unique possibilities for AI-led task execution within the commerce sector. Ultimately, the joint effort is focused on improving automation, innovation, and efficiency in the swiftly evolving Web3 and AI sectors. We’re proud to announce a strategic partnership with @revoxdotai, the first MCP infrastructure enabling AI-to-AI composability in Web3.This collaboration empowers AI Agents on…

Ethereum has recently broken through a major resistance zone between $3,900 and $4,100, closing a three-day candle above this level. This move is considered bullish in the larger trend, supporting continued upside. However, one analyst has warned that the market may see a short-term pullback before further gains. Support Zones To Watch The $3,900 to $4,100 range is now the critical support area to watch. If Ethereum holds above this zone, the breakout is likely to remain valid. But if the price falls back below $3,900 on a closing basis, the breakout could be invalidated, trapping buyers who entered at…

The cryptocurrency world is buzzing with significant news: Heath Tarbert, the esteemed Circle president, is heading to South Korea later this month. This pivotal visit promises to ignite crucial discussions within the nation’s rapidly evolving South Korea crypto market. Circle, a leading stablecoin issuer, is making strategic moves, and Mr. Tarbert’s agenda includes high-level meetings with key players, setting the stage for potential advancements. Why is the Circle President’s Visit to South Korea So Important? Heath Tarbert’s trip signifies a crucial moment for global stablecoin regulation and the broader digital asset landscape. As president of Circle, one of the world’s…

Eager gamers keen to get their hands on the latest crypto gaming handheld from Mysten Labs are being greeted with unexpected import duties, potentially amounting to hundreds of dollars. Early buyers of the SuiPlay0X1 are staring down the consequences of President Donald Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs” on global partners as the White House’s trade policy begins to bite. Mysten Labs has confirmed to Decrypt that it is holding the next shipment of devices as it attempts to triage complaints from buyers and get a better handle on expected fees. The SuiPlay0X1 is a handheld gaming PC akin to Valve’s popular Steam…

Gemini secures Malta MiCA license, gaining approval to operate across 30 European countries. Malta becomes Gemini’s European hub, supporting regulated growth, innovation, and customer protection efforts. Head of Europe Mark Jennings says MiCA could shape global crypto regulatory frameworks. Gemini also files for Nasdaq listing under ticker GEMI, expanding global financial presence. Gemini, the crypto exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, has taken another big step in Europe. The company has now secured a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) license in Malta, a move that strengthens its position as one of the most regulated players in the industry. Gemini…

Skeptics of Ethereum’s rollup-centric roadmap have speculated that layer-2 networks might eventually peel away from the ecosystem. The concern was that rollup teams would grow tired of paying Ethereum’s data availability fees and break off into sovereign layer-1 chains with their own validators. But so far, that hasn’t happened. Instead, the gravitational pull has flowed the other way: independent layer-1s are re-architecting themselves as Ethereum L2s. Celo and Lisk are two prominent examples. Celo launched in 2020 aiming to build a mobile-first, payments-centric L1 with its own stablecoins and identity layer. Lisk’s origins go back even further to 2016, when…

Bernstein analysts believe Coinbase is in a great spot to benefit from Ethereum’s recent price surge and the start of a new altcoin season. As Ethereum hits its highest levels in years, more people are trading and staking on Coinbase — which could mean a big boost in volume and revenue soon. Ethereum’s Rise is Driving More Trading Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency, has been gaining steam lately. Its price is climbing to heights not seen in years. This naturally draws in investors eager to jump into the market. Coinbase, which supports a wide range of tokens, is ready to welcome…