As we head into “Uptober,” the cryptocurrency market is buzzing with potential opportunities. While Ethereum continues to lead the charge in decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart contracts, its price struggles to find a bottom, with a 3-month return down by 18%. Therefore, investors must keep on emerging Ethereum rivals such as Solana (SUI), Avalanche (AVAX), and SUI as they hold the potential to turn $100 into $1,000 in the upcoming rally.