Catenaa, Monday, August 11, 2025- Bitcoin closes in on its all-time high, nearing $123,000 while Ethereum surges past $4,300,
Bitcoin rally is seen as fueled by a weekend rally and renewed investor optimism ahead of Tuesday’s US Consumer Price Index (CPI) release. Meanwhile
However, Ethereum is marking its highest level since late 2021, boosted by expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut and regulatory clarity.
Bitcoin climbed 4.5% since Saturday, recovering losses from last week, with derivatives data showing a sharp increase in leveraged long bets.
The cryptocurrency is trading near $117,000 after surging following pro-crypto executive orders from President Donald Trump, which included allowing crypto in 401(k) plans and barring banks from cutting services to crypto firms.
Recent SEC guidance easing concerns over liquid staking and stablecoins, combined with White House directives supporting crypto inclusion in retirement plans, have reduced regulatory uncertainty. Ethereum’s rising institutional interest is evident, with companies like Sharplink Gaming planning to add significant amounts to their ETH treasuries.
Analysts note that both Bitcoin and Ethereum gains are supported by a softer U.S. dollar and positive macroeconomic signals. Bitcoin’s market dominance has dipped below 58% as investors increasingly rotate into Ethereum amid clearer regulatory frameworks. Experts predict Bitcoin could reach $150,000 before year-end, while Ethereum benefits from growing staking activity and ETF inflows.
Markets now focus on the CPI report, with expectations for a slight inflation uptick. A softer reading could accelerate Federal Reserve rate cuts, potentially pushing crypto prices even higher.
