Ethereum News Today: Ether Machine Surpasses Ethereum Foundation in ETH Holdings as Corporate Demand Rises

The Ether Machine has emerged as one of the most significant Ethereum holders, surpassing the Ethereum Foundation in total ETH holdings with a portfolio of 334,757 ETH, valued at approximately $1.28 billion [1]. This milestone was achieved following a recent acquisition of 15,000 ETH for $56.9 million, raising concerns and interest in how corporate entities are increasingly prioritizing direct ownership of Ethereum over traditional financial instruments like ETFs [2].

The Ether Machine, a corporate treasury firm formed by the merger of The Ether Reserve, LLC and Dynamix Corporation, is positioning Ethereum as a strategic asset for institutional-grade exposure. The company’s approach includes leveraging staking and decentralized finance (DeFi) strategies to generate yield from its ETH holdings, offering benefits that ETFs cannot replicate [3]. According to COINOTAG analysis, corporate Ethereum treasuries have surged in 2025, with the total value of ETH held by 64 entities now exceeding $10 billion [4].

This shift is reflected in the broader Ethereum custody landscape. In January 2025, spot Ether ETFs held $12.1 billion in assets, while corporate treasuries held only $120 million. By July, corporate ETH holdings had grown to $6.2 billion, significantly narrowing the gap and indicating a strong preference for native Ethereum holdings that enable staking and active network participation [5].

Ethereum staking has become a central component of this trend, allowing entities to earn variable yields by locking up ETH to support network security. Unlike ETFs, which offer passive exposure, direct ownership allows companies like The Ether Machine to generate returns through staking rewards, reinforcing the utility-driven adoption of Ethereum [6].

Looking ahead, The Ether Machine plans to list on NASDAQ in Q4 2024, aiming to provide public investors with institutional-grade Ethereum exposure. This move is expected to increase liquidity and transparency, further legitimizing Ethereum as a corporate treasury asset [7]. As more firms explore Ethereum as a yield-generating and diversification tool, the competitive landscape for ETH treasury management is likely to intensify, potentially influencing further price appreciation and institutional adoption [8].

The broader market has also seen a response to these developments. In July 2025, Ethereum’s price rose 56%, marking its strongest monthly performance since July 2022 [9]. Analysts from Wall Street, including a Bernstein representative, have noted that corporate demand for ETH is expected to rise as more firms seek to capitalize on its yield potential and diversification benefits [10].

The Ether Machine’s strategy aligns with a growing trend where institutions are integrating Ethereum into their asset portfolios. For example, BlackRock’s Ethereum holdings have grown by 50% in a single month, reaching over $11.4 billion by July 2025 [11]. This reflects a maturing corporate approach to crypto, where Ethereum is increasingly viewed as a legitimate and strategic asset class.

As the crypto landscape evolves, the Ether Machine’s success highlights the potential for Ethereum to play a pivotal role in corporate finance, driven by institutional demand and the utility of direct ETH ownership. With its planned NASDAQ listing and continued accumulation, the company is signaling a broader shift in how corporations are engaging with digital assets [12].

[1] https://en.coinotag.com/the-ether-machines-eth-holdings-may-surpass-ethereum-foundation-amid-growing-corporate-treasury-trend/

[2] https://www.binance.com/sk/square/post/07-31-2025-ether-machine-expands-holdings-with-56-9-million-eth-purchase-27677602802113

[3] https://www.theblock.co/

[4] https://www.mexc.com/zh-MY/news/data-the-total-value-of-eth-treasury-reserves-of-64-entities-has-exceeded-10-billion/63103

[5] https://cryptoadventure.com/ether-a-90s-tech-stock-ends-july-with-biggest-gain-in-3-years

[6] https://alphanode.global/insights/fed-holds-rates-july-31-2025/

[11] https://www.coingabbar.com/en/crypto-currency-news/will-eth-hit-dollar-blackrock-ethereum-buy?srsltid=AfmBOoqcImwIL4s6MpjNl88mgeSK-pHP3MLbTjkA97m32c2hWlPpqNJi