Ethereum Surges on Regulatory Clarity and Treasury Demand

Ethereum (ETH) has surged past $4,300, reaching its highest level since late 2021, driven by institutional inflows, positive regulatory developments, and a weakening U.S. dollar. Companies are now adding Ether to their treasuries, mirroring earlier Bitcoin adoption trends, while ETF inflows for ETH have surpassed those for Bitcoin. Regulatory clarity from the SEC on staking has removed barriers, enabling greater institutional participation and permitting crypto allocations in 401(k) retirement plans. Technical analysts note key support at $4,100 and $3,950, with some forecasts suggesting ETH could rally toward $8,000. The bullish outlook is bolstered by Ethereum's dominance in decentralization, network activity, and its growing role as a corporate financial asset. However, traders are cautioned to watch for volatility as the market nears historical highs.