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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Финансы

'Foolish' to Invest in High-End GPUs for Crypto Mining, Says Research Firm Head

Jon Peddie Research cited two reasons it believes high-end GPUs aren't worth the investment for ether miners.

Автор Sebastian Sinclair8 мар. 2021 г.

Финансы

Crypto Long & Short: Is ETH Coming to Corporate Balance Sheets?

Yes, but ether isn't replacing bitcoin as a reserve asset – it belongs elsewhere.

Автор Noelle Acheson7 мар. 2021 г.

Финансы

Galaxy's Institutional Ethereum Funds Raise $32M at Launch – From a Select Few

Five investors have put money into the funds since Galaxy unveiled them in late January, SEC documents show.

Автор Danny Nelson5 мар. 2021 г.

Рынки

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Stuck Below $50K, and Blockchain Data May Show Why

Investors are speculating how a faster-than-expected economic rebound might benefit bitcoin.

Автор Muyao Shen5 мар. 2021 г.

Рынки

Soaring Prices for Enjin, FLOW and Rarible Reveal Risks of 'NFT Marketplace' Tokens

Traders think they have a way to profit off NFTs without actually buying them. Buyers still need to be cautious.

Автор Muyao Shen5 мар. 2021 г.

NFT-associated tokens have skyrocketed this year amid the rapid growth in NFTs.

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A Planned Ethereum Update for July Will Overhaul ETH Gas Fees

An Ethereum proposal called EIP 1559 will result in a major update to address rising transaction fees. "The Hash" panel discusses why Ethereum miners and developers are at odds over this and whether or not the plan will actually make gas fees more affordable.

5 мар. 2021 г.

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What Causes a Crypto Flash Crash? Sometimes, Business as Usual

What was behind the Ethereum flash crash on Kraken? We dive deep into the numbers to find out.

Автор Galen Moore5 мар. 2021 г.

Технологии

Ethereum's 'EIP 1559' Fee Market Overhaul Greenlit for July

A large majority of Ethereum miners are against the proposal. But that hasn’t stopped developers from scheduling the upgrade for July.

Автор William Foxley5 мар. 2021 г.

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Nyan Dogecoin NFT Fetches $69K in ETH

A GIF cat with a DOGE body sold Thursday for 45 ETH.

Автор Sebastian Sinclair, Daniel Kuhn5 мар. 2021 г.

A still of the Nyan Dogecoin GIF that sold for 45 ETH.

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CoinDesk Report: The Investment Case for Crypto

CoinDesk Director of Research Noelle Acheson breaks down the latest CoinDesk Research report comparing the value propositions of BTC and ETH, the use-case for ether, and what institutional investors should be watching.

4 мар. 2021 г.