The Ethereum Foundation has released its 2026 protocol priorities focusing on scalability, user experience, and network resilience, with major upgrades planned including Glamsterdam and Hegotá. Despite these technical enhancements, ETH has faced significant market pressure, down over 33% year-to-date, and immediate price impact from upgrades is uncertain. Long-term benefits are expected from increased adoption and institutional confidence driven by these improvements, while short-term price trends remain heavily influenced by broader market conditions.
