Why ETH Might Get Rejected... AgainThere are several reasons to believe ETH will get rejected from this area once again:
1_Open interest is extremely high, meaning everyone’s borrowing money to add even more to their long positions. That’s definitely not healthy for a sustained uptrend. We might see a “staircase up, elevator down” type of move soon.
2_This rally is way overextended — we’ve been in a parabolic uptrend with no meaningful correction for the past 47 days. It's been a consistent pattern of higher lows and higher highs. We need at least 2–3 weeks of downtrend to regain strength for another solid move upward.
3_There’s no real fundamental news backing this move. There’s the 401(k) Trump order, but that mostly affects BTC — and even then, it would take ages for any actual money to hit the market (if it ever does). This ETH pump is mostly driven by FOMO — people buying just because others are buying ETFs. Pure hype about ETH hitting some fantasy number in the future.
4_Seasonal weakness matters — I highly doubt ETH can break through major resistance during the summer, especially in a historically bearish month like August.
I expect a correction wave to the downside — at least somewhere bellow the $3,350 area( Why 3350? because it's most recent higher low) . We might get a fakeout above $4,100 before that happens. From there, we can reassess the market to see if it’s ready to finally take out that $4,100 resistance or not.
ETHUSD trade ideas
Ethereum (ETHUSD): All Time High Ahead📈Ethereum has successfully broke above an important daily resistance level today.
The next major resistance is base on the All Time High.
I anticipate the market will continue to rise towards the 4800 level, but I prefer to wait for a pullback to buy on a retest of the broken structure.
Ethereum Breakout Targeting $3,705ETH/USD 1H Analysis:
Price broke out of the falling wedge pattern and is showing signs of bullish reversal. Key resistance levels are at $3,581 and $3,647, with a target set at $3,705. Support holds near $3,555. Potential for upward continuation if momentum sustains.
The Unicorn Breakout Part II – Ethereum at $4K, Queen of Crypto🦄👑 The Unicorn Breakout Part II – Ethereum at $4K, Queen of Crypto 📈♟
I’ve had a lot of conversations these past months.
Some friends told me ETH had no power, no influence.
One even called it the “bitch coin.”
Others insisted it lacked dynamics, that it was doomed to trail behind Bitcoin forever.
But the chart… the chart said otherwise.
That’s why, as a trader, so often I close my ears and follow the chart.
📜 The Recap
From “Push North” in 2021, to the “1-2-X” setup, and the July Unicorn prophecy, ETH has kept its dance inside the quadratic regression channel for over 7 years.
In Part I, we called $4,000 the first milestone. Now, it’s reality.
♟ Bitcoin is King, Ethereum is Queen
With recent leadership changes bringing renewed energy and sharper marketing, plus the Petra upgrade quietly powering under the hood, ETH is stepping into the place it deserves. The queen is the most powerful piece on the chessboard — and in this market, Ethereum is moving exactly like one.
📊 What’s Different This Time
-Network activity is pushing toward record levels.
-Transaction counts are surging, signaling deeper engagement.
-The ETH vs BTC conversation is back, and capital rotation is happening in real time.
🛠 Levels I’m Watching:
$4,092 – Current resistance zone.
$6,034 – Mid-regression line, the next battleground.
$8,674 – Unicorn Zone. Euphoric breakout territory.
$3,372 – Short-term support. Below here, $2,912 is on deck.
💙 The Human Note
This run is proof: conviction matters. Sometimes the crowd is wrong, the noise is deafening, and the chart is the only friend that tells the truth.
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The Unicorn has hit $4K. The Queen has entered the center.
Next move? Checkmate at $6K? We’ll see.
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ETH watch $4238.73: Semi-Major Genesis fib to slow/stop SurgeShown here is a single fib series in 3 different timeframes.
The "Genesis Sequence" has called all major turns since 2015.
$4238.73 is a "Semi-Major" fib Ratio so it will be quite strong.
It is PROBABLE that we orbit this fib a few times.
It is POSSIBLE that we reject and form a local top.
It is PLAUSIBLE that we Break-n-Retest to continue.
See "Related Publications" for previous analysis ---------->>>>>>>>>>>
Was that it for $ETH this year?ETH just tapped the most important level to the upside $4300, and unless it can flip the $4387ish as support and continue higher, I think that's likely it for the year. Needs to take out the top resistance to be in a full bull trend.
I'm very bullish on ETH over the long term, however, in the short term the market looks extended here and I think we can see a major correction.
Will people longing here be stuck buying the highs like they were in Dec 2024 when everyone thought we were going to new highs? TBD. But I think they might be.
Here's why:
1. I think BTC has topped in the short term . If this corrects significantly, it's going to take all of crypto with it.
2. The reason why I think BTC miners haven't really run yet, is because the overall crypto market isn't bullish yet . We need to flip the $1.2T level on the chart for the entire crypto market to be in a bull trend.
3. The charts all look very similar to how they did right before the covid drop. I don't know what causes a large move down, but I can't ignore the signs.
If you're bullish here, you want to see the $4300 level get flipped as support. However, I think it's possible that we can see the lower supports get tagged before we see the resistances get taken out. Here is my long term chart of ETH (I think we go up to $18k+).
If you don't agree, all good, keep doing your thing.
Just want to provide an alternative perspective to the bullish narrative here because it seems like the entire market believes the exact same outcome is likely.
Also note: I don't plan on shorting ETH - I do not short the crypto market - I only aim to buy lower levels.
Good luck from here on out!
MTF 2nd bearish macro outlook on Eth, final wave of (Y) coming?This is an idea I've had for a while (unpublished) but looking at local structure, I have to revive this..
It's a very rare expanding triangle idea as the Y wave of the macro WXY wave.
The December 2024 high took out the March 2024 high. And, it's not uncommon, especially in crypto, for B/W wave to take out the previous high (i.e. overshoot). But, considering that the pink a-b-c-d-e's April 2024 low (c) hit the exact 1.618 extension, and the high likelihood of (d) about to hit 4k+ and overshoot the December high of 2024, there is a likelihood that you're seeing an expanding triangle play out.
If you see a rejection at previous December 2024 high (i.e. a swing failure pattern), you must entertain the idea of expanding triangle at the very least.
The unfortunate part is, if this is true, the (e) wave has a huge range, from ~$1400 to $700. The minimum requirement of (e) is to take out the (c) low but can extend to 1.618 at $700.
Will have to see the local structure playout once we get close to (c) or below.
More evidence for expanding triangle is the volume and the open-interest. From March 2024, volume has been steadily increasing (not visible on Bitstamp chart here, but go look at Binance Ethereum chart, for example) and open-interest has been increasing since March 2024, all the while price has kept peaking at ~$4k. For bulls, this should be very concerning as it means the kettle's been boiling hotter and hotter and the pressure's been building up - and long-to-short ratio is still very much positive. A swing failure pattern at (d) and with late longs entering in the market at the peak, it's possible a cascade of liquidation could result in a quick move down to (e).
Ethereum Eyes Breakout Toward $4,434 After ConsolidationEthereum (ETH/USD) is consolidating near $4,230 within an upward channel, hinting at a potential breakout toward the $4,434 target. Short-term price action suggests buyers may be preparing for a bullish push after holding above key trendline support.
2. Current Price Zone – Price is hovering around $4,230, holding near the midline of the channel, suggesting support is intact.
3. Bullish Setup – The projected path on the chart shows a short dip followed by a rally toward $4,434, indicating bullish sentiment.
4. Key Resistance – The $4,434 level is highlighted as the next major resistance, aligned with the channel’s upper boundary.
5. Support Zone – The trendline from August 9–10 acts as immediate support, keeping the bullish structure valid.
6. Volume/Volatility Signal – The lightning bolt icon may indicate an upcoming high-volatility event, potentially acting as a catalyst for the move.
Ethereum’s $26K Path: Pitchfork Precision Meets 401(k)🚀 Ethereum’s $26K Path: Pitchfork Precision Meets 401(k) Mega Capital Inflows
Ethereum’s long-term pitchfork structure — stretching back nearly a decade — has been an uncannily accurate roadmap for the asset’s entire price history. Every major bull run and retracement has respected these channel boundaries with surgical precision. And now, the math points to a euphoric cycle peak near $26,240.
But here’s what’s different this time: a perfect storm of structural, macro, and legislative catalysts could fuel the most explosive Ethereum rally in history.
1️⃣ The Technical Blueprint: ETH’s Pitchfork to the Moon
The chart above speaks for itself:
Multi-cycle median line respect → Every parabolic move in ETH has peaked near the upper bound of this pitchfork.
2025 setup mirrors 2017 & 2021 → Both prior cycle expansions occurred from near the lower channel up to the upper band within 12–18 months.
Current positioning → ETH is breaking away from the midline, with momentum building toward the $10.4K resistance area before a final euphoric move to the $26K upper band.
2️⃣ The Game-Changer: Trump’s 401(k) Executive Order
On August 7, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order allowing 401(k) retirement plans to invest directly in private equity — and by extension, in private tokenized assets and alternative vehicles that can include crypto exposure.
Why this matters for Ethereum:
$7.3 trillion 401(k) market in the U.S. alone.
Even a 1% allocation into ETH through tokenized or pooled products equals $73 billion in demand — over 25% of ETH’s current market cap.
Coupled with upcoming Ethereum-based private market tokenization rails, this could create persistent retirement-driven demand that never existed before.
3️⃣ Ethereum’s Unstoppable Macro Tailwinds
Beyond the 401(k) shockwave, ETH’s macro positioning has never been stronger:
BlackRock’s Ethereum staking ETF pending SEC approval — opening the floodgates for institutional inflows.
Ultra-sound money supply mechanics — ETH’s burn rate has outpaced issuance in multiple months, meaning supply is shrinking while demand is about to accelerate.
Tokenization megatrend — Real estate, private credit, and commodities are increasingly issued on Ethereum rails, boosting transaction demand and fee burns.
Layer 2 explosion — Rollup adoption is pushing more economic activity onto Ethereum, while fees and settlements still flow to ETH validators.
4️⃣ The Cycle Anatomy: How $26K Happens
If history rhymes, here’s how the final leg could unfold:
Breakout to $6K–$7K as ETF approval and 401(k)-related flows kick in.
Acceleration to $10.4K — the mid-pitchfork resistance — as retail and media hype return.
Parabolic blow-off into the $20K–$26K zone as institutional + retirement inflows collide with ultra-low liquid supply.
5️⃣ Why This Time Could Overshoot
Unlike past cycles, Ethereum now sits at the intersection of:
Institutional-grade adoption (BlackRock, Fidelity, JPMorgan)
On-chain structural scarcity (post-merge burn dynamics)
Legislative green lights (401(k) access to alternatives)
Global macro rotation into risk assets as interest rates pivot
If prior cycles were crypto’s “dot com era,” this one is the mobile internet + cloud migration phase — except ETH is the protocol on which everything runs.
Bottom line:
The $26K target isn’t just a chartist’s fantasy — it’s a mathematically reinforced roadmap now backed by the largest pool of retirement capital in the world.
Ethereum is no longer just “digital oil.” With this convergence of technical, macro, and legislative forces, it’s becoming the primary settlement layer for global finance — and this cycle could be the moment the market finally prices that in.
ETH/USD – Head & Shoulders Setup in Play Ethereum is testing New Resistance around 4,210, forming a potential Head & Shoulders pattern. If price rejects here and breaks below the Neckline (~4,185), we could see a drop towards the 4,068 Day High and the 4,003 OB Buy Zone.
Scenarios:
1️⃣ Bearish Confirmation – Break below the neckline could target 4,068 → 4,003 for a bounce.
2️⃣ Bullish Invalidaton – Strong breakout above 4,210 would cancel the pattern and extend the bullish run.
Key Levels:
Resistance: 4,210
Neckline: ~4,185
Supports: 4,068 / 4,003 / 3,879
Bias: Bearish if neckline breaks; bullish continuation possible above resistance.
📌 Watching closely for neckline reaction — this is the trigger for the next big move.
Ethereum Flips MasterCard: Is $5,000 ETH Next?A new era is dawning for Ethereum, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency. In a stunning display of market strength, Ethereum has not only surpassed the market capitalization of financial giant Mastercard but is also setting its sights on the ambitious $5,000 price target. This powerful rally, which saw Ethereum gain an impressive 45% in a single month, is fueled by a potent combination of surging institutional investment, increasing regulatory clarity, and significant buying pressure from large-scale investors, colloquially known as "whales." However, this bullish narrative is not without its counterpoints, as short-term leverage risks and a sense of caution in the options market present potential hurdles on the path to new all-time highs.
A New King in the Asset Rankings: Ethereum Flips Mastercard
In a landmark moment for the cryptocurrency space, Ethereum's market capitalization soared to over $519 billion in August 2025, eclipsing that of the global payments behemoth, Mastercard. This achievement propelled Ethereum to the 22nd spot among the world's largest assets, placing it ahead of household names like Netflix, Exxon Mobil, Costco, and Johnson & Johnson. The surge was the result of a consistent upward trend, with Ethereum's price climbing nearly 7% in a single day to hit $4,300, capping a 21% rise over several weeks.
This "flippening" of a traditional financial institution has ignited fresh debate about the long-term potential of decentralized assets. The 24/7 nature of cryptocurrency markets provides a distinct advantage, allowing for continuous trading and accumulation of buying momentum, even when traditional stock markets are closed. While Bitcoin still holds a commanding lead with a market capitalization of $2.36 trillion, Ethereum's consistent gains since July 2025 have kept the conversation alive about its potential to one day challenge the top spot.
The Road to $5,000: A Rally Fueled by Whales and Regulatory Tailwinds
The drive towards the psychologically significant $5,000 mark is being underpinned by several powerful forces. A staggering 45% monthly gain has brought this target within reach, with analysts pointing to a confluence of bullish factors.
One of the primary drivers is the unprecedented level of accumulation by "whales." In a single week, these large-scale investors accumulated an astounding $946.6 million worth of Ethereum. This aggressive buying is not limited to individual investors. A mysterious institution was reported to have acquired 221,166 ETH, worth nearly $1 billion, in a single week, signaling strong long-term confidence even at elevated prices. This whale activity is significant as it reduces the available supply of ETH on exchanges, creating a supply squeeze that can amplify price movements.
Adding to this momentum is the growing clarity in the regulatory landscape, particularly in the United States. Recent developments, including the White House's new digital asset framework and a resolution in the Ripple-SEC case, have helped to remove key uncertainties that have long plagued the crypto market. This improved regulatory environment is fostering greater trust and encouraging institutional adoption. The introduction of tax-advantaged structures, such as IRS Code 351, which allows for tax-free exchanges of Ethereum for treasury shares, is further incentivizing large-scale purchases by long-term holders.
The Rise of Corporate Ethereum and ETF Inflows
A significant and growing trend is the increasing allocation of corporate treasuries to Ethereum. As of August 2025, corporate Ether holdings have surged to an impressive $13 billion, with the total amount held by companies reaching 3.04 million ETH. This rally in corporate adoption is being led by firms like BitMine Immersion Technologies, SharpLink Gaming, and The Ether Machine.
BitMine Immersion Technologies, in particular, has made headlines by becoming the first company to hold more than $3 billion in ETH, having increased its holdings by a staggering 410.68% in just 30 days to 833,100 ETH. SharpLink Gaming and The Ether Machine have also significantly boosted their ETH treasuries, with the top ten corporate holders now controlling over 2.63 million ETH, representing about 2.63% of the asset's total supply.
This corporate buying spree is mirrored by the substantial inflows into spot Ethereum Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs). In a single day, ETH ETFs saw inflows of $533.8 million, with cumulative inflows since July 2024 topping $8.9 billion. These sustained ETF inflows, coupled with the growth of corporate reserves, are seen as a powerful combination that could position ETH to outperform and challenge the $5,000 level for the first time.
A Time to Sell? Market Cycles and Exit Strategies
While the current sentiment is overwhelmingly bullish, some analysts are sounding a note of caution, suggesting that the current rally may have an expiration date. Drawing on well-known market cycle cheat sheets, some traders are pointing to the current phase as one of "Optimism" and "Ethereum dominance," which they believe will eventually lead to a "Market Peak/Euphoria" phase.
According to one such analysis by a crypto trader, this peak could be reached by the end of October 2025, at which point the market may experience extreme overvaluation and a subsequent downturn. This perspective suggests that while there may still be room for significant upside, with short-term targets ranging from $5,800 to $6,000, a strategic exit plan is crucial. This view is not universally held, with other technical analyses projecting targets as high as $12,000 based on patterns similar to Bitcoin's 2020 rally.
The Clash of Fundamentals and Short-Term Risks
Despite the strong bullish fundamentals, there are short-term risks that could temper the rally. One of the primary concerns is the high level of leverage in the market. The all-exchange Estimated Leverage Ratio (ELR) has climbed to 0.68, approaching historical highs and signaling excessive speculative activity. While this indicates a high degree of confidence, it also increases the risk of cascading liquidations in the event of a price correction.
The Ethereum options market also reflects a degree of caution. Despite the 41% rally in a month, derivatives data shows that traders have yet to turn decisively bullish. The options delta skew, a measure of the relative demand for bullish versus bearish options, remains in neutral territory. This suggests that while professional traders are not anticipating a significant price drop, they are also not exhibiting the "euphoria" that often accompanies major market tops. This lack of euphoria in the options market could be interpreted in two ways: either as a sign of a healthy, sustainable rally or as an indication that there isn't enough conviction to push the price significantly higher in the immediate future.
Conclusion: A Bullish Trajectory Tempered by Prudence
Ethereum's recent performance has been nothing short of remarkable. The cryptocurrency has not only achieved a significant milestone by surpassing Mastercard in market capitalization but has also laid a strong foundation for a potential run to $5,000 and beyond. The confluence of strong institutional demand, growing corporate adoption, and increasing regulatory clarity paints a decidedly bullish picture for the long term.
However, the path forward is unlikely to be a straight line. The risks associated with high leverage in the short term, coupled with a sense of caution in the options market, serve as important reminders that volatility remains a key characteristic of the crypto space. While the fundamental drivers suggest that Ethereum is well-positioned for continued growth, investors and market participants would be wise to remain vigilant and mindful of the potential for pullbacks. The coming months will be crucial in determining whether Ethereum can sustain its current momentum and solidify its position not just as a leading cryptocurrency, but as a global financial asset of the future.
ETH/USD – 1H | Liquidity Run to OB in Play Price is holding below the P1D High/Swing High, showing signs of weakness after multiple failed attempts to break higher.
If structure plays out, expecting a liquidity sweep toward P1D Low and further delivery into the OB + Equal Low zone.
MMC Key Points:
P1D High rejection → potential liquidity run
Multiple Strong Lows acting as interim targets
Final delivery into deep Order Block near Equal Lows
Watch for reaction at OB for potential reversal setups
Levels to Watch:
Resistance: 4,326 – 4,273
Support Zones: 4,162 / 4,080 / 3,920 OB
🎯 Plan: Monitor for short entries on pullback to resistance zones; target liquidity pools below.
Is Eth still in a downward channel?On 7/23 I wrote:
"Eth will hit my red T1 target, bounce to the top of the current range (green T1)
then drop..."
So far these 2 targets were hit and target 3 (bearish T2) was off by 1%
7/24 Bearish T1 hit
7/28 Bullish T1 hit
8/3 Eth drops toward Bearish T2 (within 1%)
8/7 (Today) I will soon determine if this is a fakeout and my lower target gets hit, or if the bearish scenario will get invalidated and I will enter the remainder of my positions upon confirmation. Either way trading the initial range proved to be a success and I have a strategy moving forward.
I keep these stats for myself to track my accuracy. I also used to track influencer's predictions (when I first started many years ago). I would write notes on my charts, documenting each influencers predicitons and see how often they were correct. If not how do we really know if we should be following them?
Day trading with Ethereum using 15min TF (short and long)By examining the live price action movement, I try to analyse and forecast the market maker actions using the 15min TF chart. If the conditions fulfilled, we will see Ethereum challenging 3320 and 3330 again. I use 15min TF for day trading and cross check with 1 hour TF.
$ETHUSD: Long term trend and cup and handle pattern...Ethereum is finally very close to breaking out into a new 52wk high following a long term basing pattern that looks like a classic cup and handle. Timemode signals warned us of its bullishness earlier, as the daily, weekly, monthly and now quarterly trends turned bullish one after the other since April this year.
If you're sidelined or short, join the bulls and go long ASAP. Risk is a drop under $1715 for the long term patterns at play here, projected targets range from 10k to 95k long term. Fundamentals as you probably know favor a massive bullish trend as ETH transaction count breaks ATH, institutions race to acquire more ETH day to day, ETF flows are steadily bullish and regulations have become favorable for the growth of defi via stablecoin and RWA adoption, as well as potential for new defi primitives and existing ones to gain traction with widespread use.
Ethereum defi now is secure and solid enough, and can handle the required throughput, and the wheels are in motion for a spectacular move from here.
Best of luck!
Cheers,
Ivan Labrie.
ETHUSD previous resistance , new support at 3,807The ETHUSD remains in a bullish trend, with recent price action showing signs of a resistance breakout, within the broader uptrend.
Support Zone: 3,807 – a key level from previous consolidation. Price is currently testing or approaching this level.
A bullish rebound from 3,807 would confirm ongoing upside momentum, with potential targets at:
4,085 – initial resistance
4,166 – psychological and structural level
4,226 – extended resistance on the longer-term chart
Bearish Scenario:
A confirmed break and daily close below 3,807 would weaken the bullish outlook and suggest deeper downside risk toward:
3,732 – minor support
3,650 – stronger support and potential demand zone
Outlook:
Bullish bias remains intact while the ETHUSD holds above 3,807. A sustained break below this level could shift momentum to the downside in the short term.
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ETH/USD – Strong Trend, Healthy Pullback🟢 LONG above $4,220 – aiming for $4,300+
ETH remains in a strong uptrend above the 200 SMA despite a cooling-off phase. RSI at 47 is recovering from oversold territory. Holding $4,220 could spark another push toward $4,300 and possibly retest $4,330 resistance.
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