Ethereum Futures Open Interest Soars to $71 Billion: A Sign of Institutional Influence

Ethereum futures trading activity has reached a new all-time high, exceeding $71 billion in August 2025. This surge is driven by significant increases in both institutional and retail participation across major exchanges like Binance ($13.33B), CME Group ($8.84B), and OKX ($4.11B). These figures indicate a potential shift in market dominance for Ethereum, fueled by growing interest from institutional investors.