Ether

Ether (ETH) is the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum blockchain, functioning as a fuel for operations within the network. It serves multiple purposes: as a digital currency, it can be bought, sold, and held as an investment; as a utility token, it's used to pay for transaction fees and computational services on the Ethereum network. Ether is integral to running decentralized applications (dApps) and executing smart contracts on Ethereum, providing the necessary resources for these operations. As Ethereum evolves, especially with upgrades like Ethereum 2.0, Ether's role remains central, facilitating not just transactions but also the broader ecosystem of decentralized finance (DeFi) and various blockchain-based applications.

Tech

FTX Exploiter Swaps Thousands of Stolen BNB Crypto Tokens Into Ether, BUSD

The attacker appears to convert the illicitly gained funds around the same time every day.

By Shaurya MalwaNov 17, 2022

Markets

Ether Staking Yields Jump Up to 25%; All-Time High Since Merge

Just staking ether on Lido is paying out 10% annualized, while a more elaborate move bumps yield to as much as 25%.

By Shaurya MalwaNov 17, 2022

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Sinks Amid Crypto's Latest Debacle

ALSO: Shaurya Malwa considers the widening fallout from FTX, now including Genesis Global Capital's decision to pause withdrawals. Could TradFi be swept up next in the crisis?

By James RubinNov 17, 2022

Markets

Market Wrap: Genesis Withdrawal Suspension Looms Over Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies fell as investors chewed over the industry’s latest debacle.

By James Rubin, Glenn Williams Jr., Jocelyn YangNov 16, 2022

Markets

First Mover Asia: FTX Debacle Might Change Hong Kong’s Approach to Retail Crypto Regulation; Bitcoin Shows Its Mettle

The special administrative region of China wants to become a regional crypto hub, but FTX’s filing for bankruptcy protection could prompt regulators to tighten restrictions.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinNov 16, 2022

The FTX collapse may alter Hong Kong regulators approach to retail crypto trading. (Yiu Yu Hoi/Getty Images)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rises on Encouraging Inflation News

The largest cryptocurrency hovered near $16.8K. Ether and other altcoins also surge.

By James Rubin, Glenn Williams Jr., Jocelyn YangNov 15, 2022

Videos

FTX Accounts Drainer Transfers Millions in Stolen Crypto, Becomes 35th-Largest Ether Holder

The unknown actor behind last week’s $600 million exploit of crypto exchange FTX transferred more than 21,555 ether (ETH), or over $27 million, in stolen funds to a single address during European morning hours on Tuesday. "The Hash" panel discusses the latest in the FTX collapse.

Nov 15, 2022

Markets

First Mover Americas: FTX's Hacked Funds Are on the Move

The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Nov. 15, 2022.

By Jamie Crawley, Omkar Godbole, Jocelyn YangNov 15, 2022

Tech

FTX Accounts Drainer Swaps Millions in Stolen Crypto, Becomes 35th-Largest Ether Holder

The funds were converted to DAI stablecoins and bridged to the Ethereum network.

By Shaurya MalwaNov 15, 2022

Markets

First Mover Asia: Bitcoin, Ether Rise Late Despite FTX Fatigue

ALSO: Sam Reynolds considers the advantages of licensed custodians as the crypto industry wrestles with the fallout from crypto exchange FTX's implosion.

By Sam Reynolds, James RubinNov 15, 2022