Ethereum Bulls Eye Next Major Move Amid AlphaPepe Frenzy

Ethereum's price is up 29% in the past week, but investors are keeping a close eye on the next big move. AlphaPepe, a smaller project with a similar smart-contract focus, has already begun its presale and is moving quickly, with over $2.5 million raised from more than 11,100 holders.

The difference between Ethereum and AlphaPepe is stark: while Ethereum needs significant fresh capital to make its next major move, AlphaPepe is built for the retail buyer who wants in before the chart becomes obvious. The project's planned listing price starts at $0.08, with a current Stage 20 price of $0.02817.

The bonus drop on AlphaPepe also gives buyers extra tokens after they click to reveal a reward, every draw giving a bonus between 10% and 200%, active for 48 hours on qualifying buys. With the fourth CEX set to be revealed on August 31, investors are keeping a close eye on this project.

For now, Ethereum remains attractive for traders seeking a large-cap smart-contract token, but it needs confirmation before its next major move can happen. AlphaPepe's presale closure and DEX launch are scheduled for Q1 2027.