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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Tech

Blockchain Bridge Wormhole Suffers Possible Exploit Worth Over $326M

The popular bridge for connecting Ethereum, Solana and more is now attempting to negotiate on-chain with the hacker.

By Andrew ThurmanFeb 2, 2022

Layer 2

Just-In-Time Liquidity: How MEV Can Enhance DeFi on Ethereum

“Just-In-Time” (JIT) Liquidity Provision is becoming an increasingly popular MEV strategy with some net positives for DeFi.

By Edward OosterbaanFeb 2, 2022

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Videos

ConsenSys Acquires Ethereum Wallet MyCrypto, Plans to Merge It With MetaMask

Ethereum ecosystem titan ConsenSys said Tuesday it acquired Ethereum wallet MyCrypto, for undisclosed terms. MyCrypto will eventually merge with ConsenSys’ hugely popular MetaMask wallet. "The Hash" hosts discuss the implications for Metamask's acquisition in the latest move bringing the hot wallet service to more platforms and deepening its integrations.

Feb 1, 2022

Markets

Bitcoin Bargain? Investors Put Money Into Crypto Funds for Second Straight Week

Cryptocurrency funds attracted $19 million of new money last week, suggesting investors are cautiously adding to positions, with prices depressed compared with year-end levels.

By Angelique ChenJan 31, 2022

Investors put $19 million into crypto funds during the seven days through Jan. 28, the second straight week of inflows. (CoinShares)

Markets

Ethereum Suffers Worst Month in Nearly 2 Years, SOL Falls Even Harder

Most major altcoins have sunk more than bitcoin, with all members of the CoinDesk 20 digital assets deeply in the red in January.

By Lyllah LedesmaJan 31, 2022

Markets

Excessive Volatility Hindering Further Mainstream Adoption of Bitcoin, JPMorgan Says

The bank said Ethereum is also facing challenges due to declining market share in the DeFi and NFT sectors.

By Will CannyJan 31, 2022

Markets

Cuatro cosas que deberías hacer en un mercado bajista de cripto

No es fácil mantener la tranquilidad mientras tus activos cripto registran pérdidas de dos dígitos. Pero no desesperes: sigue estos sencillos pasos y aprovecha al máximo esta oportunidad de caída de precios

By Ollie LeechJan 27, 2022

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Videos

Coinbase Close to Listing Solana Ecosystem Tokens, Sources Say

According to four CoinDesk sources familiar with the plans, Coinbase is readying withdrawals of SPL, or “Solana Program Library,” tokens comparable to Ethereum’s ERC-20. “The Hash” panel discusses the major development in Coinbase’s token onboarding strategy and what this could indicate about the state of crypto exchanges.

Jan 27, 2022