The 2023 Shanghai upgrade allowed ETH staking withdrawals, increasing liquidity and causing a 20% Q1 2025 price drop. Over 30% of ETH is staked, reducing liquid supply and boosting volatility. Trading at $2,430, ETH is supported by $33B in ETF inflows and Layer 2 growth (e.g., Arbitrum). Long-term, staking rewards (3-5%) and Pectra upgrades could drive ETH to $6,000 by Q3 2025, though high gas fees and Solana competition pose risks.https://m.economictimes.com/markets/cryptocurrency/bitcoin-crosses-105000-amid-geopolitical-relief-and-etf-inflows-sui-chainlink-jump-up-to-15/amp_articleshow/122043608.cms