The native token of the Ethereum blockchain has broken its previous record, rising 15% to $4,866.73 and surpassing its November 2021 high. This surge comes after a long period of being touted as a more adaptable alternative to leading cryptocurrency Bitcoin. In just over four months, Ether has increased by over 40%, outperforming Bitcoin in the process.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-08-22/ether-eth-rises-to-record-topping-2021-crypto-bull-market-high