Bitcoin's once-wild swings are fading as the cryptocurrency grows into a long-term investment asset for big institutions.
Its annual volatility has dropped to 38% comparable to global blue-chip stocks, making it less attractive for short-term speculators but more stable for businesses considering digital assets.
This shift is pushing traders toward Ethereum, where activity is heating up. Ether-based exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have seen inflows of $2.5 billion this month, compared with $1.3 billion in outflows from Bitcoin products.
BlackRock's Ether ETF, launched only in April, already holds $5.5 billion in open positions, showing strong institutional and corporate appetite.
For SMEs exploring crypto, this trend signals two key opportunities: Bitcoin is emerging as a reliable store of value for businesses that want safer exposure, while Ethereum presents more volatility-driven growth potential.
SMEs in fintech, e-commerce, and payment services can also benefit from Ethereum's wider utility in powering smart contracts and decentralized applications.
Analysts expect Ether to consolidate between $3,900 and $4,400, though a drop to the low $3,000s is possible. For entrepreneurs and small firms, the message is clear—Bitcoin is becoming the "digital gold" for long-term strategy, while Ethereum remains the playground for innovation and fast-moving gains.
