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<p>Ethereum (ETH) fell below $3,000 for the first time in 50 days, causing a shockwave among crypto investors. This drop raises questions about the future of the market.</p>
<h2 id="h-a-drop-marked-by-massive-liquidations">A drop marked by massive liquidations</h2>
<p>The decline of Ethereum to $2,871 is part of a broader correction in the crypto market. On July 5, the total market capitalization of cryptocurrencies fell below $2 trillion, a level unseen since February. This widespread decline also affected Bitcoin (BTC), which fell to $54,953.</p>
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<p>The reasons for this drop are multiple. <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/crypto-mt-gox-finally-repays-its-creditors-after-ten-years-of-waiting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The bankruptcy of Mt. Gox</a> transferred 47,229 bitcoins, worth $2.6 billion, to a new address, increasing selling pressure on the market.</p>
<p>Additionally, the <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/germany-continues-to-dump-bitcoin-will-the-market-hold/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">German</a> government has transferred 7,583 BTC to exchanges since June 19, further adding to this pressure with a total value of $415 million.</p>
<p>These movements have led to massive liquidations of long positions, including $235 million in Ethereum futures contracts.</p>
<p>This increased selling context has therefore exacerbated the market correction, raising fears of the end of the recent cryptocurrency bull run.</p>
<h2 id="h-volatility-a-double-edged-sword">Volatility: a double-edged sword</h2>
<p>Volatility is an inherent characteristic of the crypto market. While it can offer significant gain opportunities, it also carries major risks. Traders who were hoping for stability post-ETF launches are facing a very different reality.</p>
<p>The famous economist and crypto-skeptic <a href="https://x.com/PeterSchiff/status/1809102408506646703" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Peter Schiff</a> recently predicted a drop of Ethereum to $1,500. This forecast, although pessimistic, reflects growing concerns within the crypto community.</p>
<p>Schiff points out that Ethereum is going through critical support levels, and the recent drop below $3,000 seems to prove him right.</p>
<p>However, not everything is bleak. Franklin Templeton, a global asset manager, published an optimistic report on Ethereum, highlighting its technological advancements and economic potential.</p>
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<p>This perspective contrasts sharply with Schiff’s predictions, illustrating the duality of opinions surrounding Ethereum.</p>
<h2 id="h-perspectives-and-resilience-of-the-eth-crypto">Perspectives and resilience of the ETH crypto</h2>
<p>Despite the recent correction, Ethereum derivative indicators show relative resilience.</p>
<p>Monthly futures contracts are trading at a premium, although this has fallen from 11% to 8% recently. This relative stability suggests that professional traders are not preparing for significant further declines.</p>
<p>Moreover, the <a href="https://www.cointribune.com/en/heres-how-ethereum-etfs-will-disrupt-the-crypto-market/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">upcoming launch of an Ethereum spot ETF</a> in the United States could offer a positive dynamic. The approval of this ETF could attract new institutional investors, thereby strengthening Ethereum’s position in the market.</p>
<p>It is important to note that, although short-term predictions are uncertain, Ethereum and its crypto continue to play a central role in the decentralized economy. Its capabilities as a platform for decentralized applications (dApps) and smart contracts remain unmatched, offering long-term growth prospects.</p>

Crypto: Ethereum Falls Below $3,000 – Fears Rise

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