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.

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Survey: Enthusiasm for Ethereum Hit an All-Time High in Q1

CoinDesk highlights the results of a survey it conducted in Q1 on the state of the ethereum protocol and its sentiment among users.

By Alex SunnarborgJun 14, 2017

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The #Flippening: Will Ether 'Pass' Bitcoin And What Would It Mean?

Will ether's market capitalization surpass bitcoin's? Market analysts weigh in on a market trend that could mark a historic shift in the sector.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIJun 13, 2017

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3 Signs the Cryptocurrency Exchange Market Is Maturing

CoinDesk Research looks at the major shifts in the composition of bitcoin, ethereum and other exchange traded volume in Q1 and the weeks since.

By Alex SunnarborgJun 11, 2017

Markets

3,000% Gains in 2017: What's Next for Ether Prices?

Ether prices have surged this year, but where do leading analysts and market observers believe they will go next?

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIJun 9, 2017

Markets

Three Thoughts on the 'Crypto Bubble'

A VC offers his insight on the price of bitcoin and ether. Even if speculators are running wild, he says, that may not mean the assets are overbought.

By Josh HannahJun 4, 2017