Ethereum on the Rise: Open Interest Hits All-Time High as Market Eyes Breakout Above $2,800

🔹 Ethereum (ETH) is currently experiencing a surge in investor interest that could signal an upcoming price breakout. Open interest in ETH derivatives has reached a historic peak — data shows over $22 billion in active contracts (about 7.17 million ETH), highlighting an increase in speculative activity.

🔹 ETH is hovering near the $2,800 mark, and many analysts believe a strong breakout may be imminent. As Bitcoin stabilizes, traders are shifting their focus to Ethereum — a high-volatility asset with greater potential returns.

Traders and Whales Stay Patient — But Confident While both retail traders and so-called "smart money" are watching ETH with cautious optimism, large holders are keeping their coins in personal wallets instead of moving them to exchanges — which helps reduce available supply. Currently, ETH exchange reserves are down to 18.99 million ETH, one of the lowest levels ever recorded. 📉 With the majority of open interest leaning long and only 31% in shorts, some speculators are betting on a breakout above $2,900. One new whale reportedly holds a long position worth $11 million.

Ethereum Network Remains Strong and Active Ethereum continues to dominate the decentralized finance (DeFi) landscape. Over 431,000 active addresses interact on the network daily, with ETH and USDT transactions consuming the most gas. DeFi apps, DEXs, and lending protocols remain active — with over $1 billion currently in liquidatable loan positions. While many investors are holding ETH, others are queuing up to stake their coins. The validator queue has grown to nearly 10,000, with only a small number of validators exiting the network.

ETH Making a Comeback Ethereum is steadily recovering from the 2023 bear market, when its price dropped below 0.02 BTC. Today, it's back around 0.026 BTC, and sentiment is rising that it could reach $6,000–$10,000 if DeFi activity, stablecoin supply, and adoption continue to grow. Unlike in recent months — when ETH was seen as a “dead coin” — it’s now in a prime position to reemerge as a leader in the upcoming altcoin cycle.

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