Ethereum is gaining significant institutional traction, with a Goldman Sachs report indicating increased participation that could drive its market cap towards $3.2 trillion. Meanwhile, Bitcoin is nearing its all-time high of $124,457, with a 71% probability on Polymarket of reaching $126,000 by the end of October. Mixed U.S. economic data has sparked speculation of potential Federal Reserve easing, contributing to increased crypto inflows. Traders are keenly observing which cryptocurrency will achieve its target first.