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.

Videos

Lido Gearing Up For Ethereum's Upcoming Shanghai Upgrade

Lido, the biggest liquid staking platform on the Ethereum blockchain, opened a snapshot vote on its version 2 (v2) upgrade, which includes a "Staking Router" said to ease the onboarding of different validator subsets. The second element of the v2 upgrade will allow users to redeem Lido’s flagship stETH tokens for the underlying ether tokens once Ethereum’s Shanghai upgrade, more accurately known as "Shapella," hits. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the Lido community and the future of decentralization.

Mar 1, 2023, 12:50 p.m. EST

Finance

Centralized Exchange Scrutiny Will Spur Research of Decentralized Exchanges

Decentralized exchanges have an intriguing road ahead amid the wreckage of FTX.

By Glenn Williams Jr., Nick BakerMar 1, 2023, 12:20 p.m. EST

Tech

Lido Community Conducting Snapshot of V2 Upgrade Design Approval

Lido is gearing up for Ethereum’s upcoming Shanghai upgrade.

By Sage D. YoungMar 1, 2023, 10:11 a.m. EST

Tech

Crypto Wallet Provider Safe Launches Developer Stack Enabling Account Abstraction

The open-source stack will allow developers to build Web3 apps that enable account abstraction while maintaining a Web2 user experience.

By Margaux NijkerkMar 1, 2023, 10:00 a.m. EST

La cantidad de contratos inteligentes implementados en Ethereum aumentó más de 40% desde el final del primer trimestre, según Alchemy. (Getty Images)

Markets

Bernstein Sees 'Cautious' Ether Price Until Shanghai Upgrade

The firm noted that investors are worried about a "supply overhang."

By Will CannyMar 1, 2023, 7:14 a.m. EST

Ethereum is due for a major software upgrade later this month. (DALL-E/CoinDesk)

Tech

Upcoming Upgrades That Will Shape the Ethereum Ecosystem

Here are some approaching dates and launches that Ethereum followers and observers should keep an eye on.

By Margaux NijkerkMar 1, 2023, 7:00 a.m. EST

Tech

Disinvitation From Denver Crypto Conference Reveals Tensions Between Aptos, Sui Blockchains

Tensions have gone public between Aptos and Sui, two startup blockchains staffed by teams of individuals who emerged from Facebook's defunct Diem stablecoin project.

By Danny NelsonFeb 28, 2023, 11:40 a.m. EST

In a new dispute between Celsius and a trading partner, both parties seem to have helped fumble depositors' bags. (Getty Images)

Finance

Non-Custodial Liquid Staking Platform Ether.Fi Closes $5.3M Fundraise

The round was co-led by North Island Ventures, Chapter One and Node Capital and included participation from BitMex founder Arthur Hayes.

By Sam ReynoldsFeb 28, 2023, 6:00 a.m. EST

Tech

Second Ethereum Testnet Successfully Simulates Shanghai Hard Fork

The Sepolia testnet was able to successfully process staked ETH withdrawals. There is one more test on the Goerli testnet that is planned before Shanghai goes live.

By Margaux NijkerkFeb 27, 2023, 11:35 p.m. EST