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Ethereum’s Network Efficiency Improves Despite Market Decline And ETH Movements 

As Ethereum’s price surpassed the $4,000 mark once again, investors noticed a significant improvement in network efficiency compared to previous milestones in 2021. 

Despite the higher market valuation, transaction fees have plummeted to an average of $9.35, a stark contrast to the $62.85 observed during the last peak in November 2021. This reduction in gas fees can be attributed in part to the advancements made through the Ethereum 2.0 transition.

The decline in transaction costs and network congestion opens doors to broader use cases and increased adoption of Ethereum over time. Lower fees facilitate smoother transactions and encourage developers and users to explore innovative applications on the Ethereum network.

However, Ethereum’s price trajectory took a downturn, experiencing a 5% decline with a dip to $3,571.77, according to Coinmarketcap data. This price movement underscores the volatility inherent in cryptocurrency markets, highlighting the importance of monitoring market trends and investor sentiment.

FTX And Alameda Research Moves Ethereum Out Of Their Holdings

On-chain data reveals interesting insights into the actions of major players in the Ethereum ecosystem. FTX and Alameda Research wallets have been observed frequently moving ETH out of their holdings ahead of market downturns.

Over the past 15 days, these entities deposited 6,500 ETH ($24.57 million) to Coinbase in seven transactions, coinciding with five out of seven instances of market dips.

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Additionally, FTX and Alameda Research have transferred $6.26 million worth of various assets, including ALI, GAL, TONCOIN, WAVES, OHM, HGET, TLM, and MTA, during the same period. These movements suggest strategic portfolio adjustments by prominent market participants, potentially signaling their anticipation of market movements.

Despite short-term price fluctuations, Ethereum’s network improvements and growing ecosystem continue to attract interest from investors and developers alike, underscoring its significance in the broader cryptocurrency landscape.

Disclosure: This is not trading or investment advice. Always do your research before buying any cryptocurrency or investing in any services.

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Will Izuchukwu

Will is a News/Content Writer and SEO Expert with years of active experience. He has a good history of writing credible articles and trending topics ranging from News Articles to Constructive Writings all around the Cryptocurrency and Blockchain Industry.

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