Trend Research Invests $35 Million in Ether, Optimistic for 2026

Trend Research Increases Ether Holdings to $1.8 Billion

Trend Research founder Jack Yi announced that the agency will continue purchasing Ether, driven by optimistic expectations for cryptocurrency performance in 2026. Recently, Trend Research acquired $35 million in Ether, raising its holdings to over 601,000 ETH, valued at approximately $1.83 billion, according to data from blockchain analysis platform Lookonchain.

Yi stated that he anticipates a favorable environment in the crypto market during the first half of 2026, mentioning that he will persist in buying Ether "until the bull market arrives." Additionally, he expressed a "maximum position in ETH" and a "significant position" in the World Liberty Financial (WLFI) token, which has ties to the Trump family.

Recent estimates suggest that 2026 will be characterized by positive financial trends, including the stability of stablecoins and pro-cryptocurrency policies. Despite pessimistic predictions from other analysts, Trend Research remains confident in the long-term prospects of Ether.