Ethereum: Rising Amidst Geopolitical Turmoil as Institutional Interest Fuels Growth

A turbulent week for global financial markets saw geopolitical tensions in the Middle East trigger a risk-off sentiment, leading to sharp market volatility across equities, cryptocurrencies, and bond markets. While optimism fueled a strong start to the year thanks to diplomatic progress and improved trade relations between the U.S. and China, renewed tensions in the region led to a shift towards safety-haven assets like gold and oil. However, Ethereum has emerged as a beacon of strength amid this uncertainty, attracting institutional buyers in search of stability.