Ethereum
ETH#2| 1h | 24h | 7d | 30d | 1y |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.07% | +0.58% | +1.63% | +2.31% | -55.66% |
About Ethereum
Ethereum changed the direction of the crypto industry by showing that a blockchain could do more than move digital money. It introduced smart contracts, allowing developers to build decentralized applications, token systems, lending protocols, NFT marketplaces, and entirely new financial infrastructure. ETH is the native asset that powers this network and is used for transaction fees, staking, and economic activity across the Ethereum ecosystem.
Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not primarily defined by monetary scarcity. Its importance comes from utility, developer adoption, and the network effects built around decentralized applications. Many of the most important experiments in DeFi, tokenization, DAOs, stablecoins, and Web3 infrastructure have either started on Ethereum or remain closely connected to it.
For users following the ETH price, the asset represents more than short-term market movement. It reflects demand for block space, confidence in smart contract infrastructure, and Ethereum’s continuing role as a foundation for blockchain innovation. Ethereum remains one of the most important assets to watch for anyone interested in where decentralized technology is heading.
Ethereum Markets
| Exchange | Pair | Price | Volume (24h) | Trust |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTCC | ETH/USDT | $1,878.39 | $696.93M | red |
| Pionex | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $241.1M | green |
| BVOX | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $223.83M | red |
| Binance | ETH/USDT | $1,878.12 | $206.12M | green |
| Tapbit | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $189.09M | yellow |
| Biconomy.com | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $172.22M | green |
| Hotcoin | ETH/USDT | $1,878.12 | $130.36M | yellow |
| Binance | ETH/USDC | $1,876.66 | $120M | green |
| Crypto.com Exchange | ETH/USD | $1,879.66 | $111.35M | green |
| KCEX | ETH/USDT | $1,878.14 | $108.48M | yellow |
| WEEX | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $105.3M | green |
| Gate | ETH/USDT | $1,878.16 | $104.9M | green |
| OrangeX | ETH/USDT | $1,877.82 | $101.32M | yellow |
| DigiFinex | ETH/USDT | $1,878.11 | $98.5M | green |
| Ourbit | ETH/USDT | $1,878.12 | $92.98M | green |
| Bybit | ETH/USDT | $1,878.10 | $89.8M | green |
| OKX | ETH/USDT | $1,878.09 | $88.96M | green |
| Poloniex | ETH/USDT | $1,877.60 | $88.35M | yellow |
| Coinbase International Exchange | ETH/USDC | $1,876.25 | $85.35M | red |
| Coinbase Exchange | ETH/USD | $1,879.51 | $84.33M | green |
Ethereum Price History
Ethereum (ETH) reached its all-time high of $4,946.05 on August 24, 2025, and trades 61.3% below that peak today. Its all-time low was $0.432979 on October 19, 2015, and the price has since risen 441,784% from that low.
| Year | Open | High | Low | Close | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026(YTD) | $2,967.07 | $3,354.83 | $1,523.32 | $1,913.26 | -35.52% |
| 2025 | $3,331.28 | $4,830.07 | $1,471.94 | $2,970.64 | -10.83% |
| 2024 | $2,352.65 | $4,065.75 | $2,210.57 | $3,355.68 | +42.63% |
| 2023 | $1,200.10 | $2,380.34 | $1,200.10 | $2,281.36 | +90.10% |
| 2022 | $3,766.74 | $3,830.92 | $994.41 | $1,195.00 | -68.27% |
| 2021 | $730.60 | $4,810.97 | $730.60 | $3,675.79 | +403.12% |
| 2020 | $130.57 | $752.53 | $110.23 | $737.15 | +464.56% |
| 2019 | $168.54 | $221.04 | $122.23 | $129.02 | -23.45% |
| 2018 | $757.22 | $1,385.02 | $370.35 | $686.74 | -9.31% |
| 2017 | $8.154 | $812.50 | $8.154 | $741.27 | +8990.88% |
| 2016 | $0.9339 | $20.61 | $0.9316 | $8.054 | +762.40% |
| 2015 | $2.773 | $2.773 | $0.4356 | $0.9296 | -66.48% |
Analysis
Ethereum Lags Bitcoin as Top 10 Stagnates in Low-Volume Drift
Ethereum posted a mild 0.36% decline over 24 hours, underperforming Bitcoin's 1.12% gain and settling near the back of a largely directionless top 10 pack.
Ethereum Volume Read: Thin Liquidity Behind ETH’s Sub-$1,900 Consolidation
Ethereum’s 2.1% turnover ratio highlights low participation as ETH holds near $1,900, suggesting limited conviction despite a modest monthly gain.
Ethereum Holds Near $1,880 as Multi-Timeframe Data Points to Trend Exhaustion
Ethereum trades flat on the day at $1,881.38, with a 7-day decline of 1.63% offsetting the 1.60% monthly gain, suggesting a market consolidating after prior…
Ethereum Price Flatlines Near $1,881 as Volume Fails to Spark Momentum
Ethereum trades virtually unchanged over 24 hours, with low volume and a 7-day decline of 1.81% signaling weak momentum. The second-largest asset remains 62%…
Ethereum Volatility Collapses as ETH Compresses into Tight Multi-Timeframe Range
Ethereum's 1h, 24h, and 7d changes have converged below 1%, signaling historically low volatility. The spread between short-term and weekly performance…
Ethereum Trades 62% Below All-Time High Despite 30-Day Rebound
Ethereum's price sits far below its August 2025 peak, but a 5.9% gain over the past month suggests a tentative recovery within a broader downtrend.
Ethereum Holds Steady Near $1,885 as Top 10 Shows Mixed Positioning
Ethereum’s 0.32% daily gain places it in the middle of a fragmented top 10, where BNB and Dogecoin led while Bitcoin and LEO declined. ETH remains 61.9% below…
Ethereum Volume Fades Below 4% Turnover as Price Retreats to $1,878
Ethereum’s 24-hour volume-to-market-cap ratio sits at 0.036, signalling subdued turnover as the asset posts a 2.05% daily decline. The low participation rate…
Ethereum Multi-Timeframe Check: Gradual Ascent Clinging to $1,917
ETH posts modest gains across 24h, 7d and 30d windows, but the shallow slope and heavy ATH discount suggest a tentative recovery rather than a decisive trend…
Ethereum Holds Near $1,913 as Weekly Momentum Cools Into Weekend
Ethereum trades at $1,912.72 with a 2.02% weekly gain but negligible intraday movement. Volume remains thin as price consolidates 61% below its all-time high.
Ethereum News
Tom Lee Says Ethereum Is the 'Downstream Story' for AI's New 'Hive Mind' - Benzinga
Tom Lee Says Ethereum Is the 'Downstream Story' for AI's New 'Hive Mind' Benzinga
Current price of Ethereum for August 18, 2026 - Fortune
Current price of Ethereum for August 18, 2026 Fortune
Crypto News: Ethereum Based Crypto Pepeto Sells Out Another Stage Early, Tracing Dogecoin's Path Before Its Big Run - markets.businessinsider.com
Crypto News: Ethereum Based Crypto Pepeto Sells Out Another Stage Early, Tracing Dogecoin's Path Before Its Big Run markets.businessinsider.com
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Trade Sideways on Low-Volatility Tuesday - Benzinga
Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Dogecoin Trade Sideways on Low-Volatility Tuesday Benzinga
What’s Next For Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices? - Coinpedia
What’s Next For Bitcoin, Ethereum and XRP Prices? Coinpedia
This Ethereum Whale Must Know Something: $100 Million Accumulated Amid Price Dip - Yellow.com
This Ethereum Whale Must Know Something: $100 Million Accumulated Amid Price Dip Yellow.com
Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Crypto prices mixed as Iran stalemate continues - Yahoo Finance
Bitcoin and ethereum prices today, Tuesday, August 18, 2026: Crypto prices mixed as Iran stalemate continues Yahoo Finance
Ethereum price trapped below $1,920, is $2,000 next? - Crypto News
Ethereum price trapped below $1,920, is $2,000 next? Crypto News
Ethereum to $5,000? Tom Lee Flags ‘Major Breakout’ Setup as 2 Historic Rally Signals Flash - Yahoo Finance
Ethereum to $5,000? Tom Lee Flags ‘Major Breakout’ Setup as 2 Historic Rally Signals Flash Yahoo Finance
Spot Ethereum ETFs Post $5M Net Inflows as Fidelity and Bitwise Lead - CryptoRank
Spot Ethereum ETFs Post $5M Net Inflows as Fidelity and Bitwise Lead CryptoRank
Ethereum FAQ
What is Ethereum?
Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). It was proposed in 2013 by Vitalik Buterin and launched in 2015. Ether is the native cryptocurrency used to power transactions and computational services on the network.
How does Ethereum work?
Ethereum operates as a distributed ledger maintained by a global network of nodes. It uses a proof-of-stake consensus mechanism after transitioning from proof-of-work in 2022. Smart contracts are self-executing programs stored on the blockchain that run exactly as programmed, enabling automated agreements and decentralized applications without intermediaries.
What is ETH used for?
ETH is the native token of the Ethereum network. It is used to pay transaction fees, known as gas, for executing smart contracts and sending transactions. ETH also serves as a unit of account and can be staked to help secure the network under proof-of-stake, earning rewards for validators.
How does Ethereum differ from Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is primarily a digital currency and store of value, while Ethereum is a programmable blockchain platform for building decentralized applications. Ethereum's smart contract capability allows developers to create tokens, DeFi protocols, and NFTs, whereas Bitcoin's scripting language is intentionally limited. Both are decentralized cryptocurrencies, but Ethereum's design prioritizes flexibility and computation.
What is Ethereum (ETH)?
Ethereum (ETH) is a cryptocurrency . Ethereum has a current supply of 120,681,917. 11749511.
What is the current price of Ethereum?
Ethereum is currently priced at $1,913.26, up 0.58% in the last 24 hours. It is ranked #2 by market capitalization. Over the past 7 days, ETH is up 1.63%.
What is Ethereum's market cap?
Ethereum has a market capitalization of $230.90B. The 24-hour trading volume is $6.92B, reflecting the total value of ETH traded across all exchanges in the last day.
