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

Is Ethereum's Merge Priced-In? Arca's Head of Research Explains

Arca’s Director of Research Katie Talati lays out the case for why Ethereum's "most major upgrade to date" is already priced-in.

Aug 23, 2022

Videos

Arca Exec on Why the September Merge Will Boost Ether Price

Arca's head of research Katie Talati shares her analysis of the upcoming Ethereum "merge" and why she believes it will boost the price of ether (ETH). Plus, her reactions to MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor's doubts on the ethics and technical development of Ethereum.

Aug 23, 2022

Markets

Ethereum Merge Drama Continues as Traders Pile Out, Then Back In

Ethereum regained investor support on Monday after slumping in recent days.

By Jimmy HeAug 22, 2022

Videos

Opening Keynote: Eth 2.0 and the Road Ahead

The move to Eth 2.0 will bring the Ethereum network ever closer to fulfilling its original vision: that of a "world computer" that plays host to a parallel, decentralized financial system. This system has taken the crypto world by storm recently but has been limited by Eth 1.0 infrastructure. Will Eth 2.0 be the rocket fuel that takes this nascent financial engine mainstream?

Aug 22, 2022

Podcasts

Popular Uniswap Frontend Blocks 253 Crypto Addresses Related to DeFi Crimes

By William Foxley, Zack Seward, Jennifer Sanasie, Wendy OAug 22, 2022

Opinion

Is Ethereum's Merge Priced-In?

Arca’s director of research lays out the case for buying ETH ahead of the Merge.

By Daniel KuhnAug 22, 2022

Tech

Sepolia Is the First Ethereum Testnet to Get a Post-Merge Upgrade

Upgrades to Ethereum test networks – even small ones – are important steps in ensuring that the new proof-of-stake protocol runs smoothly.

By Margaux NijkerkAug 22, 2022

Ethereum's Merge will slow demand for GPUs. (Bradley D. Saum/Shutterstock)

Tech

Popular Uniswap Frontend Blocks Over 250 Crypto Addresses Related to DeFi Crimes

The move comes shortly after the U.S. government placed sanctions on privacy mixer Tornado Cash, prompting other DeFi developers to take protective measures.

By Shaurya MalwaAug 22, 2022