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MARKETS DAILY: Crypto Update | Can ETH Regain Momentum Amid Fierce Competition?

Feb 18, 2025
Matthew Sigel, Head of Digital Assets Research at VanEck, joins to dive into Ethereum's recent struggles against emerging competitors. He discusses the impact of capital moving to faster, cheaper alternatives and analyzes Bitcoin's persistent dominance. Sigel also speculates on Ethereum's upcoming upgrades and their potential to reignite interest from institutional investors. Additionally, he touches on the anticipated wave of crypto IPOs and how regulatory changes might shape the future of the crypto market.
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  • Ethereum's performance has declined due to competition from alternative layer-1 solutions, necessitating crucial upgrades to improve its market position.
  • Institutional support for Ethereum is likely to grow as regulatory conditions improve, potentially enhancing its market share and competitiveness.

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