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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Markets

USA v. Virgil Griffith: What We Know (and Don’t) in the Bombshell Crypto Sanctions Case

Prosecutors appear to have a strong case against Virgil Griffith, the ethereum developer charged with conspiring to aid North Korea, legal experts say.

By Nikhilesh DeJan 31, 2020

SANCTIONS CHARGE: Virgil Griffith is accused of violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act by allegedly telling North Korean government officials how to evade sanctions using cryptocurrency.

Markets

Ethereum Dev Virgil Griffith Pleads Not Guilty to Violating North Korea Sanctions

Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith pleaded not guilty to a charge of conspiracy to violate the International Emergency Economic Powers Act on Thursday.

By Nikhilesh DeJan 30, 2020

Ethereum developer Virgil Griffith speaks at Consensus: Singapore 2018

Tech

'One Network, Many Chains' – The Case for Blockchain Interoperability

Inter-blockchain communication (IBC) is poised to be a major theme of 2020. And, like most trends in crypto, it has its fair share of hope, hype and haters.

By Brady DaleJan 30, 2020

'HERESY': Andreas Antonopoulos articulated why "winner takes all" is out and inter-blockchain communication is in, at the Blockstack Summit in San Francisco. (Credit: Gary Sexton/Blockstack Summit 2019)

Markets

Stablecoins 'Flip' Ethereum's Native Currency in Transfer Value

A greater share of value is being transferred via stablecoins over the ethereum network than its own native cryptocurrency.

By Sebastian SinclairJan 30, 2020

Policy

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis to Speak at ETHDenver Conference

For the first time, ETHDenver is officially partnering with Colorado's state government.

By William FoxleyJan 29, 2020

Colorado State Capitol image via Shutterstock

Finance

Swiss Company Gets Green Light to Incorporate for a Blockchain IPO

In what's being called a first for Switzerland, a company has been allowed to incorporate for an IPO of tokenized shares on a blockchain.

By Daniel PalmerJan 29, 2020

Finance

Transfer Agent Vertalo Chooses Tezos Over Ethereum for Security Token Development

The digital security issuer says it chose Tezos because it is faster than ethereum, ideal for security tokens and is proof-of-stake.

By Nate DiCamilloJan 27, 2020

Vertalo Chief Executive Dave Hendricks (middle), co-founder William Baxter (second from left) and other Vertalo employees.

Markets

DigixDAO Votes to Liquidate $64M Treasury

With only 52 votes, the DigixDAO treasury will dissolve, returning DGD holders their staked $ETH.

By William FoxleyJan 20, 2020

Liquid gold being poured into a cast to make a bullion bar at a Gold Reef City demonstration. Even the crucible glows under the immense heat. (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

Finance

Chrysler Building Owner Sells Stake in Zurich Property for ERC-20 Tokens and Cash

Property firm RFR Holdings accepted a 20 percent stake of the purchasing price in digital securities based on ethereum tech.

By Paddy BakerJan 16, 2020

Bahnhofstrasse, Zurich. Credit: Shutterstock

Markets

NBA Team Auctioning Basketball Star's Jersey on Ethereum Blockchain

The Sacramento Kings plan to auction off Buddy Hield’s jersey from Wednesday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks using an ethereum-based platform built by ConsenSys.

By Nikhilesh DeJan 15, 2020