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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Videos

First Bitcoin, Now Eth; Twitter Adds Ethereum Wallet Support to Tipping

Ethereum wallet addresses are now in the mix for Twitter-native tipping after the social media giant aded bitcoin tips back in September. The move follows Twitter's continued exploration of the Ethereum and Web 3 ecosystem after the departure of Jack Dorsey. "The Hash" crew questions the point of this new feature when gas fees could cost more than the tips themselves. Plus, a discussion on where Twitter is likely to move from here.

Feb 17, 2022

Tech

Ethereum Founder Vitalik Buterin Touts Essay Collection in ETHDenver Talk

Ethereum’s co-founder and figurehead continues his transition to a public intellectual role.

By Andrew ThurmanFeb 17, 2022

Vitalik Buterin speaks at ETHDenver 2022. (Andrew Thurman/CoinDesk)

Finance

Twitter Adds Ethereum Wallet Support to Tipping Feature

The social media giant added the ability to send bitcoin tips in September but Ethereum addresses are new.

By Zack SewardFeb 16, 2022

(David Paul Morris/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Opinion

ETHDenver Day 2: NFTs, Gaming the Future and COVID Fantasists

And why isn't blockchain being used for coronavirus check-ins?

By David Z. MorrisFeb 16, 2022

Layer 2

Ethereum’s Rollups Aren’t All Built the Same

The most popular implementations of these Ethereum scaling solutions have very different security models and user experiences.

By Edward OosterbaanFeb 16, 2022

Finance

Morgan Stanley Says Ethereum Less Decentralized, Ether More Volatile Compared to Bitcoin

Attempts to regulate DeFi and NFT markets could see less demand for transactions on the Ethereum network.

By Will CannyFeb 16, 2022

Markets

Why Are Fees on Ethereum Dropping?

Simple ether and ERC-20 wallet transfers are being included in blocks for a fraction of the cost seen during December and January.

By Edward OosterbaanFeb 15, 2022

Markets

Crypto Funds Saw Fourth Week of Inflows as Ether Funds Turned Around

Some $75 million went into digital-asset funds last week as ether funds saw their first inflows in 10 weeks.

By Angelique ChenFeb 14, 2022

US$75 million flew into digital-asset funds last week as ether funds saw first inflows in 10 weeks. (CoinShares)

Videos

Polygon Co-Founder on What’s Next for Web 3

Polygon, a layer 2 (L2) solution for the Ethereum blockchain, raised $450 million in its latest funding round to build Web 3 applications and invest in zero-knowledge technology.

Feb 11, 2022