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

Unpatched Ethereum Clients Pose 51% Attack Risk, Says Report

Ethereum clients that still haven't patched known vulnerabilities pose a security risk to the entire network, according to new research.

By Daniel PalmerMay 17, 2019

Markets

Blockchain-Based Digital Collectibles Market Meme Factory Launches Today

Meme Factory, an ethereum-based marketplace for creating, selling and trading digital collectibles, goes live Thursday.

By Yogita KhatriMay 16, 2019

Markets

Just 376 Individuals Hold 33% of All Ether Cryptocurrency: Chainalysis

A third of all ether is owned by just 376 whales, blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis says. Yet that number is down from some previous years.

By Yogita KhatriMay 16, 2019

Markets

World's Fifth-Largest Electrical Company Is Using an Ethereum Dapp

One of the world's largest electrical companies is teaming up with ethereum app iExec on a new test.

By Alyssa HertigMay 15, 2019

Markets

Blockchain Project Thundercore Releases Code for 'Pala' Consensus Protocol

Blockchain provider platform ThunderCore announced the open-sourcing of a new consensus protocol called Pala.

By Christine KimMay 15, 2019

Markets

Bitcoin Price Rally Stalls As Ether, XRP Shine

With bitcoin's rally showing signs of exhaustion above $8,000, investors have started pouring money into relatively cheap alternatives.

By Omkar GodboleMay 15, 2019

Markets

Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Publishes Latest Client Specs in Blockchain Standards Push

The EEA has published its latest client spec, which simplifies permissioning systems for enterprise blockchains, among other recommendations.

By Ian AllisonMay 13, 2019

Markets

Ethereum's Reddit Moderators Resign Amid Controversy

Controversy surrounding Reddit moderation in the ethereum community has led to mods resigning and new practices being codified on the forum.

By Christine KimMay 12, 2019

Tech

Codename 'TRUEngine': GE Aviation, Microsoft Reveal Aircraft Parts Blockchain

Millions of dollars worth of airplane parts are unusable. GE Aviation's new blockchain tech aims to fix that.

By Ian AllisonMay 12, 2019

Markets

Ethereum Foundation to Spend $30 Million on Development Over Next Year

The Ethereum Foundation's executive director, Aya Miyaguchi, announced how much the non-profit aims to spend on critical projects.

By Christine KimMay 11, 2019

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