Record ETH ETF flows, Glamsterdam chat and more - The Daily Gwei Refuel #843 - Ethereum Updates
Monday, 21 July 2025 · 2 min read · Listen to the episode ↗
Recent discussions spotlight bullish trends in Ethereum (ETH), highlighted by record ETF inflows of $2.1 billion and significant staked ETH at 36 million. Upcoming upgrades, including the Fusaka and Glamster Dam, promise improvements in transaction efficiency and block latency. Additionally, BlackRock's ETH ETF staking application signals a likely approval, further establishing a regulatory framework that could bolster Ethereum's growth and decentralization efforts in staking.
Dan Desirisano discusses the bullish sentiment surrounding Ethereum (ETH), which has surged to $3,800 from $1,400 in just three months. He contrasts the current positive news with the skepticism during ETH's price drop and plans to feature David Hoffman on The Daily Gwei for a rare public conversation. The focus is on Ethereum's technological advancements, particularly the upcoming Fusaka upgrade in November and the anticipated Glamster Dam upgrade, potentially scheduled for May 2026.
Technical discussions highlight the benefits of reducing block latency from 12 seconds to 6 seconds, with a consensus that slot-shaping upgrades should precede this change. Dan prioritizes the inclusion of the EPBS and Fossil proposals in the Glamster Dam upgrade, noting Fossil's potential to enhance transaction inclusion speed. The recent increase in Ethereum's gas limit, currently at 37.3 million with a target of 45 million, is also discussed, with speculation about raising it to 60 million and possibly 100 million by year-end.
BlackRock's filing for staking for its ETH ETF is noted, with expectations for approval soon, coinciding with an all-time high in staked ETH. Hill Dobby's ETH 2 staking dashboard reveals that 36 million ETH is currently staked, with 1.1 million active validators. Concerns about potential capping of staking rewards arise, with preferences leaning towards a round robin system rather than a hard cap.
Decentralization in ETH staking is emphasized, with a preference for in-house staking to mitigate centralization risks. Recent legislative developments, including the Clarity and Genius Acts, are viewed positively for Ethereum, providing regulatory stability. ETH treasury companies are actively purchasing ETH, with significant investments from Sharp Link Gaming and others.
In terms of ETF developments, ETH ETFs have seen record inflows of $2.1 billion, with net inflows of 672,000 ETH over the past week. The issuance of ETH is deemed less relevant compared to current demand, with most issued ETH going to stakers. The host concludes by teasing an upcoming discussion with David Hoffman, aiming for an open dialogue on critical issues within the Ethereum ecosystem.
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