Ethereum News Today: Ethereum Nears $4,000 as ETF Inflows Hit $5.1B, Highlighting Institutional Adoption

Ethereum (ETH) is edging closer to the $4,000 psychological level, fueled by a surge in institutional demand for spot Ethereum ETFs. As of July 26, the cryptocurrency traded at $3,745, just below the critical $4,100 resistance level, while ETF inflows for the month totaled $5.1 billion, marking 11 consecutive weeks of net positive flows. This momentum reflects growing confidence in the blockchain’s infrastructure, with Ethereum dominating key segments like non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralized finance (DeFi), and tokenized real-world assets. The latest data shows Ethereum’s NFT sales have risen 58% in 30 days to $301 million, while its DeFi total value locked hit $186 billion, representing 67% market share [1].

Spot Ethereum ETFs have become a cornerstone of institutional adoption. BlackRock’s ETHA ETF, the largest in the category, added $440 million in assets on July 25 alone, pushing its total holdings to $10.69 billion—a 50% market share in the space. Fidelity’s FBTC followed closely, with $2.3 billion in inflows, bringing its assets to $2.55 billion. The combined $5.1 billion influx in July underscores a shift toward regulated exposure to crypto, as traditional investors seek to capitalize on Ethereum’s foundational role in the digital asset ecosystem [1].

Technical analysis highlights a potential breakout scenario. The weekly chart shows Ethereum forming an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, with $4,100 acting as the neckline. A breach above this level could validate the pattern and propel the price toward $5,000. The asset has also remained above its 50-week Exponential Moving Average, while the Relative Strength Index approaches overbought territory at 70, signaling near-term momentum [1]. Analyst Scott Melker has reiterated a $4,000 price target, citing ETF-driven demand as a key catalyst for breaking through the threshold [3].

The ETF-driven inflows align with broader trends in institutional treasury management. Firms like SharpLink Gaming and BitMine Immersion Technologies have expanded Ethereum holdings, reflecting a strategic allocation to the blockchain’s utility in tokenization and DeFi. Ethereum’s dominance in tokenized assets—over $7 billion in real-world asset tokenization—further cements its appeal to investors seeking exposure to innovative financial infrastructure [1].

While the $4,000 level remains a focal point, analysts caution that sustained gains will depend on continued institutional participation and macroeconomic conditions. Ethereum’s upcoming network upgrades, which aim to enhance scalability and efficiency, could also influence its trajectory. However, regulatory developments and market sentiment toward risk assets remain potential headwinds. For now, the $5.1 billion in ETF inflows and the formation of bullish technical patterns suggest Ethereum is well-positioned to test—and potentially surpass—key resistance levels in the near term [3].

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[1] [Ethereum Price Targets $4,000 as ETH ETFs Add $5.1 Billion](https://crypto.news/ethereum-price-targets-4000-as-eth-etfs-5-1-billion/)

[3] [Ethereum Treasury Firm SharpLink Gaming Adds Blackrock Veteran as Co-CEO](https://www.thecoinrepublic.com/2025/07/26/ethereum-treasury-firm-sharplink-gaming-adds-blackrock-veteran-as-co-ceo/)