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

Q4 Crypto Surge? Historical Trends, Fed Shift and ETF Demand Align

With interest rates at a 3-year low and $18 billion in ETF inflows, CoinDesk Indices sees a strong setup for continued gains in BTC and altcoins.

By Helene Braun, AI BoostOct 12, 2025

Tech

Ethereum Foundation Expands Privacy Push With Dedicated Research Cluster

The Foundation framed privacy as essential to Ethereum’s credibility. Blockchains are transparent by design, but widespread adoption requires that users and institutions have the option to transact, govern, and build without exposing sensitive data.

By Shaurya MalwaOct 9, 2025

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Tech

The Protocol: 77% of Bitcoin Holders Have Never Used BTCFi, Survey Reveals

Also: Ethereum Fusaka Upgrade on Holesky, DoubleZero Goes Live and Bee Maps Raises $42M.

By Margaux NijkerkOct 8, 2025

Tech

Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Could Cut Node Costs, Ease Adoption

Fusaka – a blend of the names Fulu and Osaka – consists of two simultaneous upgrades to Ethereum’s consensus and execution layers, respectively.

By Margaux Nijkerk, AI BoostOct 8, 2025

Markets

Solana’s $2.85B Revenue Rivals Palantir, Robinhood Amid Waning Memecoin Craze

21Shares’ Matt Mena says Solana’s $2.85B in annual revenue shows lasting strength across DeFi, trading and new app sectors even as memecoin mania has cooled.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostOct 7, 2025

Finance

BitMine Immersion Added $821M in Ether, Bringing Cash and Crypto Holdings to $13.4B

The firm extended its lead as the largest ether treasury, holding over 2.83 million in ETH tokens.

By Krisztian Sandor, AI BoostOct 6, 2025

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Finance

Grayscale Adds Staking to Ethereum and Solana Investment Products in U.S. First

The update applies to Grayscale's Ethereum Trust ETF, Ethereum Mini Trust ETF, and Solana Trust, which have a combined $8.25 billion in assets under management.

By Francisco RodriguesOct 6, 2025

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Tech

How Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Could Be a Game-Changer, Asset Manager VanEck Explains

Global asset manager VanEck says Ethereum’s Fusaka upgrade in December could cut costs for rollups and strengthen ETH’s role as the backbone of onchain activity.

By Siamak Masnavi, AI BoostOct 4, 2025

Finance

ETH Treasury Firm to Tokenize Nasdaq-Listed Shares on Ethereum With Securitize

The move positions FG Nexus (FGNX) among the first Nasdaq-listed firms to bring dividend-paying stock on blockchain rails.

By Krisztian SandorOct 2, 2025

Tech

Ethereum’s Fusaka Upgrade Passes Holesky Test, Moves Closer To Mainnet

The next two testnet runs are scheduled for Oct. 14 and 28. After those are complete, Ethereum developers will lock in a date for Fusaka’s full mainnet launch.

By Margaux NijkerkOct 1, 2025