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.

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Crypto Trends Upward Despite Axie Infinity Hack

Ledn Co-Founder & CSO Mauricio Di Bartolomeo explains why the crypto markets are trending upward as the industry reacts to the $625 million exploit of Axie Infinity’s Ronin network. Di Bartolomeo addresses other recent hacks like Badger DAO and Wormhole, while noting macro factors at play, such as the excitement surrounding the Ethereum merge to proof-of-stake.

31 mar 2022

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First Mover Americas: Ether-Bitcoin Ratio on Track for Monthly Gain

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 31, 2022.

Di Omkar Godbole, Parikshit Mishra, Sandali Handagama31 mar 2022

A digital screen displays the price of cryptocurrency Ethereum to U.S. dollar in Hong Kong, China, on Friday, March 25, 2022. Bitcoin climbed to more than $44,000 for the first time in almost a month, breaking out of its recent narrow trading range amid a renewal of risk appetite. Photographer: Paul Yeung/Bloomberg via Getty Images

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How a Post-Merge Ethereum Could Attract Institutional Investment

Ethereum’s staking derivatives offer many of the qualities institutions look for in investments.

Di Andrew Thurman, Sage D. Young30 mar 2022

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Opera’s Crypto Browser to Support Solana, Polygon, StarkEx in Web 3 Push

Eight more blockchain networks are coming to the Norwegian browser company’s native wallet.

Di Cam Thompson30 mar 2022

From a technical standpoint, the integration marks an intriguing if obscure milestone for Opera. (Credit: Shutterstock)

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OpenSea Closing In on Support for Solana NFTs

The move could give Solana NFTs, still a sliver of the market compared to Ethereum collectibles, a shot in the arm.

Di Danny Nelson29 mar 2022

(OpenSea/CoinDesk, modified by PhotoMosh)

Podcast

Crypto News Roundup for March 29, 2022

Di Adrian Blust, Adam B. Levine29 mar 2022

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

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First Mover Americas: Ether's Net Issuance Points to Supply Squeeze Ahead, Waves Hits Record High

The latest moves in crypto markets in context for March 29, 2022.

Di Omkar Godbole, Parikshit Mishra29 mar 2022

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Abra CEO on Why He Thinks ETH Will Eventually Overtake BTC

Abra CEO Bill Barhydt explains why ether could overtake bitcoin following its upgrade to a proof-of-stake mechanism, highlighting the many use cases for the Ethereum network, ranging from NFTs to DeFi applications. Plus, a conversation about crypto leaving centralized exchanges and Abra’s digital asset lending programs.

28 mar 2022

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