The cryptocurrency market saw significant shifts after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s comments at Jackson Hole on August 22, 2025, fueling speculation about a September rate cut. This sparked Ethereum to surge, attracting institutional investments and highlighting its growing appeal in the market. 15% growth was observed as Ethereum surged, significantly outpacing Bitcoin’s modest rise of 4%. The increased momentum is attributed to institutions pouring money into ETH-related products, coupled with heightened interest in on-chain activity and staking incentives. This shift reflects a larger trend towards digital assets following the potential for easing monetary policy.