The Ethereum Foundation (EF) announced a gradual sale of 10,000 ETH, approximately $43 million. The proceeds will be allocated for research initiatives and grants.
Treasury Management Strategy of the Foundation
The Ethereum Foundation confirmed its strategy of selling ETH in smaller chunks on centralized exchanges to avoid shaking the market. Previously, the foundation has already allocated over $32 million for community support and development in 2025. Recently, EF paused new grant applications while redesigning its funding structure.
Corporations Accumulating ETH
While EF sells its assets, large institutional investors are actively buying ETH. Yunfeng Financial Group disclosed a purchase of 10,000 ETH, and Ether Machine secured 150,000 ETH to build its treasury ahead of a planned Nasdaq listing. Ether Machine now manages assets worth around $1.5 billion.
Market Prospects for ETH
Ethereum shows resilience in the market, trading around $4,326, which is over 23% higher than a month ago. Co-founder Joseph Lubin suggested that in the future, Ethereum could surpass Bitcoin as the leading monetary base. Despite the upcoming sales from EF, institutional demand may mitigate the potential price pressure.
The sale of ETH by the Ethereum Foundation and simultaneous accumulation by institutions highlight a shift in cryptocurrency ownership dynamics, potentially leading to new market scenarios.
