Ethereum News Today: Institutional Inflows Drive Ethereum's $4,000 Rebound as Exchange Supply Hits 9-Year Low

Ethereum (ETH) rebounded above $4,000 in early October 2025 after a sharp correction that saw it dip below $3,300, driven by geopolitical tensions and market volatility. The recovery followed a $19 billion liquidation event triggered by U.S.-China tariff announcements, with Bitcoin (BTC) also experiencing a brief dip below $105,000 before rebounding to $114,500. Institutional buyers, including BitMine, capitalized on the dip, acquiring 202,000 ETH at an average of $4,154, totaling $827 million. Exchange supply for ETH hit a 9-year low, signaling strong accumulation by long-term holders.

Technical analysis highlights Ethereum's consolidation above $4,000, a critical psychological level that previously acted as resistance. A "cup" pattern on the 4-hour chart suggests potential for a rally to $4,500, with analysts projecting a possible move toward $5,700–$7,500 by year-end if institutional inflows continue. However, leverage in futures markets remains a concern, with open interest rising 8.2% in 24 hours. A sustained break above $4,250–$4,300 resistance could confirm a bullish trend, while a drop below $4,000 risks renewed selling pressure.

Ethereum's ecosystem saw positive developments, including a 47% surge in decentralized exchange (DEX) volume to $33.9 billion. Institutional adoption also grew, with U.S. spot ETH ETFs accumulating $30 billion worth of ETH by mid-2025. Staking rewards, currently yielding 4–5% annual percentage yield (APY), further incentivized holding.

Amid the volatility, Remittix (RTX), a cross-chain DeFi project, emerged as a resilient player. The project's beta wallet, launched in Q3 2025, enables crypto-to-fiat transfers in 30+ countries, leveraging Ethereum and Solana blockchains. Remittix's presale raised over $27.4 million, with 678 million tokens sold at $0.1130 each, and confirmed listings on BitMart and LBank. Its utility in cross-border payments, combined with CertiK-verified smart contracts and a $250,000 promotional campaign, attracted attention as a potential "100x" opportunity.

Market analysts remain divided on Ethereum's long-term trajectory. Standard Chartered raised its 2025 target to $7,500, citing ETF inflows and stablecoin growth, while bearish scenarios warn of a potential drop to sub-$2,000 if macroeconomic shocks persist. For Remittix, success hinges on product execution and adoption, with its PayFi infrastructure targeting inefficiencies in the $19 trillion global remittance market.

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