The GENIUS Act is seen as a major catalyst for Ethereum's growth, especially after recent positive price movements and its potential to boost institutional trust by tightening stablecoin regulations.

In 2025, Ethereum has attracted $17 billion in new stablecoin inflows, pushing its market cap to record levels amid rising demand for blockchain space.

Analysts forecast that Ethereum's price could reach $4,000 before the end of the third quarter of 2025, driven by the effects of the GENIUS Act and increasing institutional interest.

Institutional interest in Ethereum is evident, with over $1 billion in inflows into spot ETFs, including Sharplink Gaming adding more than 74,000 shares, highlighting strategic accumulation.

Ethereum continues to dominate the DeFi sector with a Total Value Locked of $76 billion and a stablecoin supply of $128 billion, reaffirming its role as a key settlement layer in crypto.

On July 12, 2025, Ethereum's price neared a critical supply zone just below $3,000, followed by a slight pullback, signaling strong demand despite bearish attempts.

Ethereum's recent 20% price rally is largely attributed to institutional inflows rather than retail speculation, indicating a strategic buildup of ETH holdings.

Sharplink Gaming's stock surged 270% within ten days, coinciding with its investments in Ethereum, which raises questions about its long-term ETH strategy.