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.

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Nears All-Time High As US House Passes $1.9T COVID-19 Relief

Bitcoin is within range of a quick run to the all-time high of $58,332.

By Muyao ShenMar 10, 2021

Markets

Ether Trailing Bitcoin Since CME Futures Launch: Technical Analysis

Did the CME's ether futures launch coincide with a market top, relative to bitcoin? It sure looks like it based on the chart pattern.

By Damanick DantesMar 10, 2021

CME Group Headquarters (CoinDesk Archives)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Gains for Fifth Day, the Longest Streak This Year

Analysts who track price-chart patterns said bitcoin’s climb to about $54,000 could position the largest cryptocurrency for a fresh ascent toward last month’s record price above $58,000.

By Muyao ShenMar 9, 2021

Finance

Crypto Long & Short: Is ETH Coming to Corporate Balance Sheets?

Yes, but ether isn't replacing bitcoin as a reserve asset – it belongs elsewhere.

By Noelle AchesonMar 7, 2021

Markets

Software Firm Meitu Buys $22M of Ether, $17.9M Bitcoin for Its Treasury

Cayman Islands-incorporated Meitu said it bought 15,000 ETH and 379.1 BTC in open market transactions on March 5.

By Kevin ReynoldsMar 7, 2021

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stuck Below $50K, and Blockchain Data May Show Why

Investors are speculating how a faster-than-expected economic rebound might benefit bitcoin.

By Muyao ShenMar 5, 2021

Videos

A Planned Ethereum Update for July Will Overhaul ETH Gas Fees

An Ethereum proposal called EIP 1559 will result in a major update to address rising transaction fees. "The Hash" panel discusses why Ethereum miners and developers are at odds over this and whether or not the plan will actually make gas fees more affordable.

Mar 5, 2021