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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Minority Mining Pools Threaten to Collude Against Contentious Ethereum Update

A small band of Ethereum miners are trying to pick off larger mining pools’ subscribers in a bid to shoot down EIP 1559.

Ni William FoxleyEne 21, 2021

Crypto mining rig

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First Mover: As Bitcoin Flips Bearish, Neither Biden Nor BlackRock Brightens Mood

There are many long-term bulls in the bitcoin market. But in the short term?

Ni Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Sebastian SinclairEne 21, 2021

Cryptocurrency analysts see stormy weather in the forecast for bitcoin.

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Tether Use on Tron Passes Ethereum as Low Fees Attract Small Transactions

Tron USDT volume eclipses Ethereum for the third consecutive week.

Ni Zack VoellEne 20, 2021

Tether weekly transaction count on Ethereum and Tron

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First Mover: What's Next for Ethereum After Cryptocurrency Hits All-Time High

The Ethereum blockchain is growing fast thanks to DeFi, and some traders say the ether cryptocurrency could notch further gains.

Ni Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Sebastian SinclairEne 20, 2021

Wednesday's inauguration of a new U.S. president continues a tradition that started with George Washington taking the oath of office in 1989.

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Valid Points: Why Ethereum 2.0 Shifts How Investors Value ETH

The use case of ether has shifted with the launch of Ethereum 2.0. Here’s why that matters.

Ni Christine Kim, William FoxleyEne 20, 2021

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Ethereum's Ether Cryptocurrency Sets New All-Time Price High Near $1,440

Ether (ETH) has broken its previous all-time high set in January 2018 with a rise to $1,439.

Ni William FoxleyEne 19, 2021

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Optimism ‘Soft Launches’ Ethereum Throughput Solution With DeFi’s Synthetix

A potential fix for Ethereum's costly congestion problems.

Ni William FoxleyEne 15, 2021

Members of the Synthetix team

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Lido Protocol Does Eth 2.0 Staking but With a DeFi Twist

There's a new yield farm for those backing Ethereum 2.0.

Ni Brady DaleEne 14, 2021

A new field to till.

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Fireblocks Rolls Out Staking Rewards for Eth 2.0, Polkadot and Tezos

The institution-focused crypto custodian is bringing staking services to its 165-plus customers.

Ni Ian AllisonEne 14, 2021

Left to right: Fireblocks co-founders Pavel Berengoltz, Michael Shaulov and Idan Ofrat. (Fireblocks)

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These DeFi Tokens Have Double-Digit Gains as Bitcoin's Growth Tapers

DeFi tokens are attracting investors as bitcoin's rally fades and new protocols are updated.

Ni Muyao ShenEne 13, 2021

Prices for Maker (MKR), Dec. 13, 2020 to Jan. 13, 2021.
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