Uniswap Price Jumps 14% in a Week — The $90M Governance Shift You Can’t Ignore

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  • Uniswap proposes new legal structure to enable $90M/month fee switch.
  • UNI benefits from 15% share of Ethereum gas usage.
  • Technicals point to $12.85 if $11.60 resistance breaks.

The Uniswap Foundation proposed forming a Wyoming Decentralized Unincorporated Nonprofit Association (DUNA), dubbed DUNI. This legal structure would formalize UNI governance decisions and potentially enable the long-discussed fee switch, which could redirect around $90 million per month in protocol fees to the DAO treasury or UNI holders.

The announcement pushed UNI’s price up 6%, with analysts noting that clearer legal standing could significantly reduce regulatory risks. A governance vote is set for August 18, and market watchers are eyeing the outcome closely.

Ethereum Network Effects Support UNI

Uniswap’s trading activity remains a major driver of Ethereum’s on-chain demand. As of August 11, Uniswap swaps made up 15% of Ethereum’s gas usage, helping the protocol generate $3.27 million in daily revenue.

However, Ethereum’s 2.3% price drop on August 12 slightly tempered UNI’s upside, reinforcing the close link between the two assets.

Technical Outlook: Bulls Eye $12.85

On the 4-hour chart, UNI is consolidating near $11.20 after facing resistance at $11.60. Key support sits at $10.95, with stronger demand expected near $10.60. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) at 64.41 leaves room for further upward movement before overbought levels.

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If bulls break $11.60, the next target is $12.14, with a potential run toward $12.85. A drop below $10.95 could shift sentiment bearish, with $9.40 as the next major support.

Uniswap’s price strength amid a market downturn highlights the impact of legal and network fundamentals on crypto valuations. With the governance vote approaching, UNI could see heightened volatility — and potentially a breakout — in the coming days.

Source: CMC Data

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