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.

Ethereum News

Tech

MakerDAO Users Sue Stablecoin Issuer Following 'Black Thursday' Losses

A lawsuit against the Maker Foundation claims the DeFi platform “intentionally misrepresented the risks associated with CDP ownership.”

Ni William FoxleyAbr 14, 2020

Maker Foundation CEO Rune Christensen (CoinDesk archives)

Merkado

What's Next for Bitcoin After March's Crash – CoinDesk Quarterly Review

Will bitcoin move beyond "digital gold"? Is ether viable as money? In 24 charts, CoinDesk Research looks at what happened to crypto assets in the first quarter and what may emerge in the future.

Ni Galen MooreAbr 9, 2020

Quarterly crypto analysis: bitcoin hodlwaves show long-held assets stayed put

Pananalapi

Chicago's Trading Firms Look to DeFi With New 'Alliance'

DeFi may actually grow during the coronavirus crisis. TD Ameritrade, Cumberland, CMT Digital, DV Trading and Jump Trading are hoping to facilitate.

Ni Leigh CuenAbr 8, 2020

Imran Khan of Volt Capital is the DeFi Alliance's project lead.

Merkado

Ether Rises to 28-Day High Amid Positive Sentiment for Coming 'Eth 2.0' Upgrade

Experts say ether's recent rise in value can in part be attributed to growing confidence in the network's future.

Ni Sebastian SinclairAbr 7, 2020

Credit: Shutterstock

Pananalapi

Bitcoin's Lightning Becomes Latest Protocol to Court Publishers With Micropayments

With paywall systems for a whole bevy of assets, crypto payments could revolutionize the media industry – if demand actually matched supply.

Ni Leigh CuenMar 31, 2020

Lightning Labs co-founder Olaoluwa Osuntokun at the 2019 Lightning Conference in Berlin.

Pananalapi

'MLB Champions' Downplays ETH, Aims for Mass Market in New Game Reboot

Blockchain game MLB Champions is rolling out a slew of new gameplay features while reducing its reliance on Ethereum.

Ni William FoxleyMar 31, 2020

ONLY GAME IN TOWN: With the baseball season currently delayed due to coronavirus, MLB Champions is looking to provide fans with an outlet. (Credit: Lucid Sight)

Tech

Opera's Android Web Browser Adds Access to .Crypto Domains for 80M Users

The “blockchain-ready” web browser has added support for Unstoppable Domains’ decentralized .crypto websites.

Ni Danny NelsonMar 30, 2020

From a technical standpoint, the integration marks an intriguing if obscure milestone for Opera. (Credit: Shutterstock)

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US, European Stocks Up but Crypto Traders Remain Cautious

American and European equity markets extended their gains on Thursday while major cryptocurrencies made only slight moves on the day.

Ni Daniel CawreyMar 26, 2020

Source: CoinDesk BPI

Tech

Why Polynomial Commitments Might Be a 'Breakthrough' for Ethereum 2.0

What are "polynomial commitments" and how do they fit into Vitalik Buterin's new Eth 2.0 roadmap?

Ni William FoxleyMar 23, 2020

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis and Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin read children's books at ETHDenver 2020. (Photo by Will Foxley for CoinDesk)

Tech

'SkyWeaver' Didn't Plan for a Captive Audience of Millions but It Sure Helps

SkyWeaver is among a crop of blockchain-based games looking to prove the value of digital scarcity in the gaming industry.

Ni Brady DaleMar 20, 2020

GAME ON: In Skyweaver, players battle for the chance to win digital cards that can be traded on Ethereum. (Credit: Horizon Games)
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