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.

Markets

Watch Out for These Risks Before Investing in Bitcoin or Ether

Twelve years after its creation, regulating bitcoin is still complicated in most countries. That's just one of the investment risks.

By Christine KimMar 12, 2021

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Rallies Near $58K, Stocks Soar to Record Highs

And yet, bitcoin’s trading volume shows no signs of returning to previous high levels.

By Muyao ShenMar 11, 2021

Tech

'Keanu' Explained: What It Means to Merge Two Ethereum Projects

Keep and NuCypher, ICO-era survivors with $500M in combined assets, may soon forge a new model of cooperation among decentralized protocols.

By Brady DaleMar 11, 2021

Actor Keanu Reeves walks on stage to speak about "Cyberpunk 2077" from developer CD Projekt Red during the Xbox E3 2019 Briefing at The Microsoft Theater on June 09, 2019, in Los Angeles.

Markets

Ether Uptrend Is Weakening, Could Test Lower Support: Technical Analysis

Ether is facing resistance from all-time-highs and could see lower support, initially around $1,561.

By Damanick DantesMar 11, 2021

Ether prices have softened recently after a powerful bull run over the past year.

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Nears All-Time High As US House Passes $1.9T COVID-19 Relief

Bitcoin is within range of a quick run to the all-time high of $58,332.

By Muyao ShenMar 10, 2021

Videos

Biggest Challenges Facing Ethereum Today

Multicoin Capital Co-founder Kyle Samani on potential Ethereum killers like Serum and the biggest challenges facing ETH today.

Mar 10, 2021

Tech

Zaki Manian's Sommelier Finance Raises $3.5M to Help DeFi Investors Avoid Impermanent Loss

A cross-chain balm to help DeFi minnows swim with the whales.

By William FoxleyMar 10, 2021

Markets

Ether Trailing Bitcoin Since CME Futures Launch: Technical Analysis

Did the CME's ether futures launch coincide with a market top, relative to bitcoin? It sure looks like it based on the chart pattern.

By Damanick DantesMar 10, 2021

CME Group Headquarters (CoinDesk Archives)

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Gains for Fifth Day, the Longest Streak This Year

Analysts who track price-chart patterns said bitcoin’s climb to about $54,000 could position the largest cryptocurrency for a fresh ascent toward last month’s record price above $58,000.

By Muyao ShenMar 9, 2021

Markets

Investors Put Less Money Into Crypto Funds Last Week as Bitcoin Market Stagnated

Last week's drop in crypto investment inflows to a fourth of the prior week's pace came as prices retreated in prices for bitcoin and other digital assets.

By Damanick DantesMar 9, 2021