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Ethereum Falls, Pulls Away from $3,500 Even as Bitcoin Records New ATH

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In Brief

  • Ethereum whale transactions hit a $13.8 billion high, signaling large-holder interest but limited price gains.
  • Ethereum’s EMAs approach a Golden Cross, but recent declines may delay this bullish signal.
  • ETH may test support at $2,930, with $3,327 and $3,524 as critical recovery targets.
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Ethereum’s recent price movement has shown a decline following a rally, even after ETH Whales made a comeback and Bitcoin reached a new all-time high. 

While ETH had gained momentum alongside the broader market surge, this recent drop could hinder a significant shift in Ethereum’s price trajectory, raising questions about its short-term outlook.

Ethereum Whales Aren’t Strong Enough

Ethereum whale activity has spiked, with transaction volume reaching over $13.8 billion, a three-month high. This uptick signals renewed interest from large wallet holders, a group that significantly influences ETH’s price trends. Such whale participation often leads to short-term surges in Ethereum’s value, as witnessed in the recent rally.

Despite the whale-driven increase, Ethereum’s price has faced resistance in maintaining its peak. This pattern reflects a mix of enthusiasm and caution among investors, as the heightened whale activity has yet to propel ETH past critical levels. The surge in whale activity may contribute to Ethereum’s ongoing resilience, but it also reveals the volatility inherent in the current market sentiment.

Ethereum Whale Transaction Volume.
Ethereum Whale Transaction Volume. Source: IntoTheBlock

On the macro side, Ethereum’s momentum is being tested as its EMAs (Exponential Moving Averages) inch closer to forming a Golden Cross. The 50-day EMA nearing a crossover with the 200-day EMA would confirm a Golden Cross, traditionally a bullish signal. However, ETH’s recent price dip may delay this bullish indicator.

The Golden Cross remains a crucial marker for Ethereum’s potential upward momentum, as a successful formation would validate a more sustained uptrend. Until then, the delay may result in more cautious trading as investors await clearer signals that the altcoin’s current trend can turn positive.

Ethereum EMAs
Ethereum EMAs. Source: TradingView

ETH Price Prediction: Finding Support

Last week, Ethereum’s price surged by 39%, pushing it above $3,327. Despite this gain, ETH failed to secure $3,327 as a support level, leading to a 6% drop over the last 72 hours. This downturn has pulled Ethereum further from the critical $3,524 resistance.

If the current decline continues, ETH could test the support level at $2,930. This could act as a buffer but might also signal additional downward movement if breached. 

Ethereum Price Analysis.
Ethereum Price Analysis. Source: TradingView

However, a reversal fueled by Bitcoin’s ongoing strength could help ETH regain momentum toward $3,327. Turning this level into support would invalidate the bearish outlook and position Ethereum to target $3,524 as the next milestone.

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Aaryamann Shrivastava
Aaryamann Shrivastava is a technical and on-chain analyst at BeInCrypto, where he specializes in market reports on cryptocurrencies from diverse sectors, including Telegram Apps, liquid staking, Layer 1s, meme coins, artificial intelligence (AI), metaverse, internet of things (IoT), Ethereum ecosystem, and Bitcoin. Previously, he conducted market analysis and technical assessments of various altcoins at FXStreet and AMBCrypto, covering all aspects of the crypto industry, including...
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