Ether

Global search interest for “Ethereum” has soared to its highest level since 2021, according to Google Trends data, reflecting a surge in public attention as the cryptocurrency closes in on record prices. The surge coincides with heightened institutional activity, propelling Ether to $4,670 on Wednesday and bringing it within 5% of its Nov. 2021 record…

Ether, the native asset of Ethereum, outpaced the broader crypto market on Wednesday, climbing as much as 7% to $4,624. The rally leaves the world’s second-largest digital asset just 5.4% shy of its record high set in Nov. 2021. The surge comes as demand from institutional investors and corporate treasuries accelerates. Ethereum-focused treasuries, listed entities…