Ethereum
Why Ethereum is down 1.2% in the last hour
Analysis
Ethereum (ETH) slipped about 1.2% over the past hour as traders reacted to DeFi risk considerations tied to Aave. Bitcoinist reported an Aave proposal seeking higher borrowing limits for ETH (and Bitcoin) collateral, which can raise leverage and liquidation sensitivity—often pressuring prices in the near term when markets turn cautious.
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Aave Proposal Seeks Higher Borrowing Limits For ETH And Bitcoin Collateral
TL;DR An Aave ARFC proposes higher collateral efficiency for ETH- and Bitcoin-linked assets. The proposal would raise WETH LTV to 81% and liquidation threshold to 84%. The parameters are still under g...
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