Ethereum experienced significant long liquidation events in both August and September, each exceeding $400 million, according to CryptoQuant. On August 14, a $444 million liquidation occurred amid a buyer-dominated market, with a positive funding rate and $29 billion in open interest. In contrast, on September 22, a $467 million liquidation took place as sellers gained control, marked by a negative funding rate and $27.3 billion in open interest. These events highlight a shift in market dynamics from an uptrend in August to a seller-dominated environment in September.