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

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Falls to $48K as Fed's Powell Makes No New Promises; Ether Drops

Bitcoin prices quadrupled last year and have rallied 66% this year on speculation the cryptocurrency could serve as an inflation hedge.

By Bradley KeounMar 4, 2021, 5:03 p.m. ET

Finance

Controversial Dapps Test Binance Smart Chain’s Decentralization

Developers built politically sensitive applications on Binance Smart Chain as a way of showing the increasingly popular blockchain platform is not as decentralized as Ethereum. The dapps remain online.

By David PanMar 3, 2021, 6:30 p.m. ET

Videos

Ethereum Now Available on Amazon Managed Blockchain

Amazon Web Services (AWS) users can now easily run Ethereum nodes and connect to the public Ethereum network via its ‘Managed Blockchain’ service. “The Hash” panel breaks down the pros and cons.

Mar 3, 2021, 5:49 p.m. ET

Markets

Enjin to Tackle Soaring Gas Fees, Scaling With New Blockchain Products

Dubbed JumpNet and Efinity, the company says its two scaling solutions will increase support for NFTs while removing Ethereum's expensive gas fees from the equation.

By Sebastian SinclairMar 3, 2021, 10:00 a.m. ET

Tech

Valid Points: What Coinbase's Public Listing Means for Eth 2.0

Coinbase's IPO introduces a new set of stake holders in Ethereum's governance community.

By William Foxley, Christine KimMar 3, 2021, 7:30 a.m. ET

Tech

Amazon Managed Blockchain at Last Supports Ethereum, Ending a Two-Year Tease

There are over 8,000 nodes on the Ethereum network. Amazon’s new management feature should increase that number.

By William FoxleyMar 2, 2021, 1:49 p.m. ET

Markets

Second Ethereum ETF Filed in Canada

A second preliminary prospectus for an ether exchange-traded fund (ETF) has been filed Tuesday by Evolve Funds Group in Canada.

By Tanzeel AkhtarMar 2, 2021, 11:24 a.m. ET

Videos

This NFT Success Story Involves Traditional Marketing

Crypto artist Dave Krugman, whose digital work "Ecumenopolis: Sector 1 NYC" recently sold for 20 ETH on SuperRare, explains how the non-fungible token boom has impacted his career and how NFTs are shaping the future of art. "This presents a really interesting opportunity for artists to finally be taken seriously in the digital realm," Krugman said. Plus, a discussion of practical tips for artists hoping to navigate the NFT terrain.

Mar 2, 2021, 10:41 a.m. ET

Markets

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Faces Long Odds in Bid for Sixth Straight Monthly Gain

Bitcoin started March nicely but whether it can match its previous winning streak is yet to be seen.

By Muyao ShenMar 1, 2021, 4:33 p.m. ET

Videos

Just How Decentralized Is Binance Smart Chain? The Growing Debate

When a bunch of Ethereum developers launch a contract on the Binance Smart Chain, drama ensues. “The Hash” panel discusses the growing debate about why certain decentralized platforms could possibly be subjected to centralized forces.

Mar 1, 2021, 2:52 p.m. ET