Ethereum Courts Institutions, Bitcoin Captures Traders: Who Wins the Battle?

The trajectories of the crypto giants seem more uncertain than ever. Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to attract attention, between hopes and doubts. The former is still perceived as a store of value, but its technical resistances slow down enthusiasm. The latter, a driver of innovations and uses, attracts institutions more. Yet, neither clearly dominates. The question remains open: which of these pillars will truly emerge victorious from this new wave of attention and capital?

Bitcoin dominates the buzz, Ethereum gains institutions’ trust

In the buzz of crypto conversations, bitcoin maintains a central place even as the market has fallen into a fear zone. Santiment notes it sparks intense debates about its investment potential, market behavior, adoption stages, and even its comparison to gold. The focus is on its scarcity, utility, and role as a digital monetary network. Discussions range from long-term holding strategies to timing advice, highlighting growing involvement from governments and institutions.

Fundamental signals confirm ongoing interest in bitcoin. Illiquid supply has reached a record 14.3 million BTC, and more than 70% of coins are stored in dormant wallets, evidencing strong long-term investor confidence.

Ethereum is not left behind. Discussions highlight its role in flash tokens and its utility in staking, gaming, and DeFi. Institutions and large wallets accumulate quietly, reinforcing the idea that ETH is becoming the preferred asset for more diversified institutional exposure. 

While bitcoin still attracts traders by its aura and volatility, ether weaves another narrative: that of a structural tool of the ecosystem.

Dogecoin, Tether and MicroStrategy blur the crypto market cards

The battle is not only between BTC and ETH. Dogecoin bursts onto the scene with a historic project: launching the first US DOGE ETF. According to Santiment, Dogecoin grabs attention for several reasons. The announcement of the upcoming launch of the first DOGE ETF in the US sparked keen interest.

Simultaneously, the company Thumzup, supported by Trump, is expanding mining operations with 3,500 additional rigs. The Dogecoin price holds around 0.21 dollars, supported by an active community and growing institutional interest.

Key figures to remember

• 14.3 million BTC now illiquid;
• Over 70% of bitcoins stored without notable activity;
• Dogecoin targets its first ETF in the United States;
• Tether holds over 8.7 billion dollars worth of gold.

Meanwhile, MicroStrategy remains at the heart of debates with its potential inclusion in the S&P 500 index. This would make the company an unprecedented institutional exposure lever to BTC. Finally, Tether surprises by diversifying its empire. With more than 8.7 billion dollars invested in gold and expansion into refining and trading, the stablecoin giant asserts itself as a strategic player far beyond its initial role.

Meanwhile, MultiversX faces concerns about dilution of its supply and migration of projects to SUI, despite hopes placed in xPortal and xMoney.

Forecasts diverge as much as they multiply. Some predict a seven-figure bitcoin, others a five-figure Ethereum. But others speak instead of an imminent collapse, fueling the idea that unanimity does not exist among financial analysts. The crypto market feeds as much on dreams of grandeur as on fears of a crash.