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.

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Finance

The Merge May Negatively Impact DeFi Protocols, Stablecoins: Report

The transition to proof-of-stake could decrease stablecoin values and shrink lending pools, according to DappRadar.

By Elizabeth NapolitanoAug 26, 2022

The upcoming Merge comes with some risks, says DappRadar. (ryasick/Getty Images)

Finance

Ether May Continue to Lose Momentum Until Merge Is Completed, BofA Says

Investors want more clarity around The Merge and its implications, the bank told clients in a research note.

By Michael BellusciAug 26, 2022

Activist investor reported to have been pushing Riot to move into HPC. (Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)

Finance

Ethereum Could Get Kicked Off Cloud Host That Powers 10% of Crypto Network

Hetzner, which hosts roughly 10% of Ethereum nodes, says it does not allow mining or anything “even remotely related,” including staking.

By Sam KesslerAug 26, 2022

Opinion

In Defense of Crypto Speculation

Crypto needs speculation. The higher it is, the greater the potential for disruption.

By Michael J. CaseyAug 26, 2022

Finance

Coinbase Pledges to ‘Evaluate’ Forked Ethereum Tokens in Update to ‘Merge’ Policy

The crypto exchange is changing its tune – slightly – on its planned response to Ethereum’s biggest tech upgrade.

By Danny NelsonAug 26, 2022

The Ethereum Merge could cast a long shadow if stakeholders decide to fork. (Sunbeam Photography/Unsplash)

Opinion

If Ethereum Starts Slashing, It Burns

A move to penalize "bad actors" would make ether as politicized as fiat currency, says Nic Carter.

By Nic CarterAug 25, 2022

Finance

Alchemy Acquires Web3 Educational Platform ChainShot to Onboard Developers

The Web3 developer backend has been steadily growing its educational resources over the past several months.

By Cam ThompsonAug 25, 2022

Nikil Viswanathan, CEO de Alchemy. (Danny Nelson)

Podcasts

Crypto News Roundup for Aug. 25, 2022

By Adrian Blust, Adam B. LevineAug 25, 2022

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

Videos

Crypto Exchange Gemini Now Offers Staking Rewards

Crypto exchange Gemini will offer support for clients throughout the U.S., Singapore and Hong Kong to earn and store staking rewards in their accounts. Gemini Vice President of Product Layla Amjadi discusses how the service could help increase user interest ahead of Ethereum’s upcoming shift to a proof-of-stake model.

Aug 25, 2022

Tech

Crypto Exchange Coinbase to Offer Liquid Staking Token Before Ethereum Merge

The Coinbase Wrapped Staked ETH (cbETH) will have several uses, including selling and transferring staked ETH as well as using it as collateral in DeFi protocols.

By Aoyon AshrafAug 24, 2022