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title: "Ethereum Experiences $1.1 Billion Net Exchange Outflows Amid Smart Contract Concerns"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
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description: "Ethereum has witnessed net exchange outflows totaling $1.1 billion this week, according to Sentora. Investors are reportedly transferring Ethereum into self-custody due to concerns surrounding smart contracts, which is impacting market liquidity. According to NS3.AI, this trend reflects a growing caution among investors as they seek to mitigate risks associated with smart contract vulnerabilities. The movement of Ethereum into self-custody is contributing to reduced liquidity in the market, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the cryptocurrency sector."
datetime: "2026-04-24T12:03:59.000Z"
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# Ethereum Experiences $1.1 Billion Net Exchange Outflows Amid Smart Contract Concerns

Ethereum has witnessed net exchange outflows totaling $1.1 billion this week, according to Sentora. Investors are reportedly transferring Ethereum into self-custody due to concerns surrounding smart contracts, which is impacting market liquidity. According to NS3.AI, this trend reflects a growing caution among investors as they seek to mitigate risks associated with smart contract vulnerabilities. The movement of Ethereum into self-custody is contributing to reduced liquidity in the market, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by the cryptocurrency sector.

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