Ethereum News

Ethereum (ETH) was launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and a team of co-founders as the world's first programmable blockchain, enabling smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) that extend far beyond simple peer-to-peer transactions. After transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus through "The Merge" in 2022, Ethereum now processes transactions more efficiently while maintaining its position as the foundation for decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 innovation.

The Ethereum ecosystem encompasses thousands of decentralized applications, from DeFi protocols like Uniswap and Aave to NFT marketplaces, gaming platforms, and layer-2 scaling solutions like Arbitrum and Polygon. Developers, validators, and users interact within this programmable economy where ETH serves as both a digital currency and the fuel powering smart contract execution through gas fees.

CoinDesk covers all aspects of Etherum, from protocol upgrades and scaling developments to DeFi innovation and regulatory implications. Our reporters track everything from Ethereum's roadmap milestones and staking developments to the broader implications of programmable money and decentralized autonomous organizations.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

Ethereum News

Tech

Cardano’s Vasil Upgrade Marks an Important Milestone in the Blockchain’s Evolution

The chief scientist at IOG, Aggelos Kiayias, explains why Cardano has re-thought smart contracts and how it prioritizes security over speed.

By Ian AllisonSep 22, 2022

Chief scientist at IOG Aggelos Kiayias (Provided)

Finance

Crypto-Mixing Service Tornado Cash Code Is Back on GitHub

The move by GitHub comes as Ethereum developers have called for platforms that host the mixer service to not ban Tornado Cash code.

By Margaux NijkerkSep 22, 2022

No one knows exactly what the fallout from the Tornado Cash sanctions will look like. (Antonio Masiello/Getty Images)

Learn

What Is Ethereum?

Ethereum is the world’s second-largest crypto project by market capitalization and was the first to introduce smart contract functionality to the industry.

By Alyssa HertigSep 22, 2022

Ethereum (Shutterstock)

Opinion

Why Devcon 7 Should Be in Istanbul

Hosting Ethereum’s biggest event in Turkey can build on what is already strong interest in blockchain and crypto technology.

By Turan SertSep 22, 2022

(Engin Yapici/Unsplash)
Podcasts

Crypto Update | The Ethereum Merge Finally Happened: So What?

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineSep 22, 2022

Weekend Story | The Short-Sightedness of Run-Amok Regulators

Learn

How Does Ethereum Staking Work?

The Ethereum network has transitioned to proof-of-stake. Ethereum staking is a way ETH investors can earn a reward by locking up their coins.

By Andrey Sergeenkov, Toby Leah BochanSep 22, 2022

Ethereum around computers (Dalle-E/CoinDesk)

Opinion

The Merge Doesn’t Solve Ethereum’s 'Atomic Composability'

What that is and why "cross-pollination" between decentralized applications matters.

By Jeremy EpsteinSep 22, 2022

(Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)
Podcasts

Ethereum's Merge Was a Success. What's Next?

By Dan Ilett, Danny Nelson, Benjamin Schiller, Danny BradburySep 22, 2022

Opinionated

Tech

Bernstein: Arbitrum Has Strongest User Momentum Among Leading Blockchains

There is speculation that a token launch may be near, rewarding early users, a report from Bernstein said.

By Will CannySep 22, 2022

The co-founders of Offchain Labs, the firm behind Arbitrum. (Offchain Labs)

Markets

JPMorgan Sees Concerns for Ethereum Blockchain After the Merge

The platform has become less decentralized after the switch to proof-of-stake, the bank said.

By Will CannySep 22, 2022

(Renuagra/Pixabay)
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