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

Notional Raises $10M to Grow DeFi Lending Protocol With ‘Real World’ Potential

The Ethereum-based lending startup is seeing users take out crypto loans for more than just yield farming.

By Danny NelsonApr 29, 2021

Jeff Wu (left) and Teddy Woodward (right), co-founders of Notional Finance

Videos

What Is Driving the Demand for Ether?

Ether is setting new records as demand soars, but what's behind the craze? Matt Weller of Forex.com joins "First Mover" to discuss the crypto market trends, including how DeFi and NFTs are boosting demand for ETH and how bitcoin HODLers are a sign of a bullish market.

Apr 29, 2021

Markets

Bitcoin ETF Hopeful WisdomTree Lists Ethereum ETP in Germany, Switzerland

The company’s application to list a bitcoin ETF in the U.S. is currently being reviewed by the SEC.

By Jamie CrawleyApr 29, 2021

Videos

What’s Driving Ether to Record Highs?

Ether (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap, soared to a new record high on Wednesday. “The Hash” panel suggests the possible reasons driving the price of ETH to new all-time highs and why ether is now garnering investment-research coverage by JPMorgan.

Apr 28, 2021

Markets

European Investment Bank Issues $121M Digital Notes Using Ethereum

Goldman Sachs, Banco Santander SA and Societe Generale AG served as joint managers.

By Tanzeel AkhtarApr 28, 2021

Markets

Serum Token Becomes Latest Project in Bankman-Fried Empire to Turn Heads

FTX-backed serum has surged to an all-time high price.

By Muyao ShenApr 28, 2021

Finance

'AWS for Blockchains' Alchemy Closes $80M Funding Round at $505M Valuation

Alchemy powers most of DeFi and almost all the big NFT platforms. The round was co-led by Coatue Management.

By Ian AllisonApr 28, 2021

Tech

Valid Points: More Ethereum Upgrades to Come After Proof of Stake, Buterin Says

The Ethereum 2.0 network had its first major incident on Saturday; Vitalik projects many more upgrades in Ethereum's post-merge future

By Christine KimApr 28, 2021

Markets

Polygon's Ethereum Scaling Project Is Never Complete: Sandeep Nailwal

Polygon's co-founder and COO says he works 18-19 hours a day, helping to build a project that will grow alongside Ethereum.

By Daniel KuhnApr 27, 2021

Markets

Ether Hits All-Time High Price Above $2.7K After Rallying 19% in 3 Days

The price move extends the second-largest cryptocurrency's stunning rally this year: It has tripled already in 2021, amid trader enthusiasm over growth in blockchain applications.

By Daniel CawreyApr 27, 2021