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Ethereum Update and Staking Contracts Unlock - Potential Market Response
2023-04-12
Author: Adriana Parker
It is widely known that Ethereum (ETH) is the largest cryptocurrency in terms of capitalization, with a current market value of $232.7 billion. As the cryptocurrency market is highly volatile and unpredictable, Ethereum is no exception. The crypto is set to experience a significant impact, as the highly anticipated Shanghai update draws near and a large sum of $34 billion worth of Ether is scheduled to be unlocked from staking contracts. The upcoming upgrade of Ethereum's network is anticipated to bring in multiple improvements such as heightened scalability, enhanced efficiency and higher security. If the update is successful, it can potentially result in increased utilization of Ethereum and subsequently drive up the price. Additionally, if and when the massive sum of value locked into staking contracts is released, it could have a noteworthy impact on the crypto's price. The market seems uncertain as to what the impact of the Ethereum update and the unlock of $34 billion worth of Ether will be, driving many investors to explore alternative digital assets as a hedge against potential selling pressure. Cardano (ADA) is one such digital asset that has seen surprising price action, as it recently crossed the 200-day moving average, a resistance level. Yet, the cryptocurrency surprisingly reversed its course within a short time frame, possibly due to strong selling pressure in the market at higher price levels. Solana (SOL) is another cryptocurrency performing notably well, as it has experienced a 10% price spike in light of the Ethereum update. It is believed that investors are paying attention to the digital asset as a possible hedge against the staking unlock, possibly due to its relatively fast and reliable network. Given the current market climate and the imminent Ethereum update and its staking contracts unlock, there is much scepticism and anticipation as market participants attempt to predict the response from the cryptocurrency's price performance. As such, the effect of the events on Ethereum remains to be seen in due course.
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