ETH price drops to 4-month low, but Ether futures data hints at $3.2K bounce

Bitwise has officially listed Bitcoin, Ether, and Solana exchange-traded products (ETPs) on Nasdaq Stockholm, providing local investors with regulated access to these cryptocurrencies through spot and staking-based products. This move marks a significant expansion of Bitwise's presence in the European market.

Ether's price has been lagging despite strengthening fundamentals, as noted by Etherealize CEO Vivek Raman, who suggests that this gap may present a significant opportunity for investors by 2026.

Bitcoin's price surged to a new high of $97,500, with market data indicating that bullish sentiment is driving expectations for prices to exceed $100,000. This rally suggests a potential return of the bull market in cryptocurrency.

Dash's price surged by 125% as traders shifted their focus to privacy coins, particularly following governance issues faced by Zcash. This shift indicates a growing interest in privacy-focused cryptocurrencies amid a volatile market.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have experienced significant fluctuations in early 2026, with traditional funds attracting $46 billion, while crypto funds lag behind amid a downturn in investor sentiment.

Germany's DZ Bank has obtained a MiCA license for its 'meinKrypto' platform, enabling retail access to cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, and Cardano through cooperative banks. This move marks a significant step in the bank's commitment to integrating digital assets into its services.

A prominent Bitcoin trader, often referred to as a whale, has reported a remarkable $50 million gain from long positions in Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL), underscoring the potential for significant profits in the volatile cryptocurrency market.