I've posted on the tailwinds for Ether before. Ethereum's price gains are being driven by a powerful mix of regulatory clarity, institutional interest, technical progress, and its expanding role in stablecoins and DeFi. More:Stablecoin growth & regulation tailwinds: Ethereum provides the infrastructure for nearly half of all stablecoins. The GENIUS Act and other U.S. legislative progress toward stablecoin regulation are boosting confidence—and demand—in the Ethereum ecosystemInstitutional adoption increasing: Major players—from banks like JPMorgan to asset managers—are showing interest. Public firms pivoting toward Ethereum, combined with institutional crypto strategies, signal growing corporate confidenceLaunch of spot Ethereum ETFs: Since May 2024, nine spot ETH ETFs have been approved and are attracting inflows. These funds are making Ethereum accessible to mainstream investors without needing to hold it directlyProtocol upgrades (Pectra & Dencun): Recent technical improvements, especially the Pectra upgrade, have enhanced scalability, staking efficiency, and reduced transaction costs—strengthening Ethereum’s usefulness and investor appealPotential for yield via staking & DeFi growth: Ethereum supports robust decentralized finance and staking opportunities, enabling users and institutions to generate yield—making it more than just a speculative asset This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at investinglive.com.