Key Insights : Ethereum price is under pressure as it tests a key technical level. Meanwhile, major institutional players are increasing their holdings. One such player, BlackRock, has recently increased its position in ETH through its iShares ETF product. BlackRock Adds $73M Worth of ETH: Ethereum Price to Rally? Recent blockchain data shows that BlackRock’s iShares Ethereum ETF has acquired 27,846 ETH. This brings its total ETH holdings under management to 1,493,295. The purchase is valued at $73.21 million. It brings the total Ethereum value within the fund to approximately $3.93 billion. Notably, this acquisition occurred amid growing anticipation surrounding spot Ethereum ETF approvals in the United States. Institutional interest has increased following the Securities and Exchange Commission’s May 2024 indication that such products could advance. BlackRock’s Ethereum position signals long-term strategic interest, reinforcing its earlier moves in Bitcoin ETF products. In addition, the iShares fund is one of nine Ethereum ETFs currently active in the market. On June 5, these nine ETFs recorded a combined net inflow of 22,029 ETH, equivalent to $57.91 million. Institutions continue to accumulate ETH despite market fluctuations. Short-term conditions still pose downside risks to the Ethereum price. ETH Price Prediction: ETH Holds at Key