Ethereum Roars To $3,800: What’s Driving The Surge?
Ethereum‘s (CRYPTO: ETH) most recent breakout isn’t just a product of ETF hype, it’s backed by a surge in DeFi activity and a rising structural shift, according to a 10x Research report.
What Happened: With total value locked (TVL) in Ethereum-based DeFi protocols reaching $84 billion, the highest since January 2022, the report argues Ethereum is entering a new growth phase powered by real usage, not short-term hype.
The report emphasizes that “internal smart contract calls,” a less visible but crucial on-chain metric have increased sharply, reflecting deeper interaction between DeFi protocols.
This growth points to rising composability and utility on Ethereum, extending far beyond speculative trading.
“DeFi activity is quietly laying the groundwork for Ethereum’s next phase,” the report states. “ETF flows may catch headlines, but smart contract calls and long-term positioning tell the real story.”
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