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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Ethereum News

Ethereum Core Developers Debate Benefits of More Frequent Hard Forks

Ethereum core developers are discussing the possibility of executing more frequent hard forks as the software aims to offer new features.

Oleh Christine Kim12 Apr 2019

Bitcoin Cash successfully split into two blockchains, again.

Opera Launches Desktop Dapp Browser With Built-In Ethereum Wallet

Opera has launched the desktop version of its new browser with a built-in wallet for ether, ERC-20 tokens and CryptoKitties-style collectibles.

Oleh Yogita Khatri9 Apr 2019

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The Trolls Accused Me of ‘Crypto-Colonialism’ in Syria – I’m Listening

Cryptocurrency isn't colonialism in Syria – it's a step in ensuring the technological autonomy of the region.

Oleh Rachel-Rose O'Leary9 Apr 2019

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Former Simple Bank Co-Founder Unveils New Blockchain Payments Startup

Sila, a startup launched by former Simple Bank co-founder Shamir Karkal, has unveiled an open beta for its ethereum-based payments platform.

Oleh Nikhilesh De4 Apr 2019

Sila CEO Shamir Karkal (left) with CTO Alexander Lipton, Chief Legal Officer Angela Angelovska-Wilson and COO Isaac Hines. (Credit: Sila)

Former Obama Tech Officer Raises $3.7 Million for Blockchain SaaS Startup

Led by former Obama White House Deputy CTO Ed Felten, Offchain Labs is the latest startup vying for enterprise clients.

Oleh Leigh Cuen3 Apr 2019

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ConsenSys Picks Latest Blockchain Startups for Accelerator Program

ConsenSys Ventures has selected 10 blockchain startups for the second cohort of its accelerator program Tachyon, launching today.

Oleh Yogita Khatri1 Apr 2019

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Bitmain's Jihan Wu: ASICs Are Making Ethereum More Decentralized

The Bitmain co-founder says ASIC miners are making blockchains more decentralized and ethereum's ProgPow proposal could still be "ASICable."

Oleh Wolfie Zhao29 Mar 2019

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$5 Million in MakerDAO Loans Have Been Liquidated, But Help Is on the Way

A new tool called CDP Saver is being tested that could soon make MakerDAO loans less risky.

Oleh Christine Kim28 Mar 2019

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Louis Vuitton Owner LVMH Is Launching a Blockchain to Track Luxury Goods

LVMH, parent company of Louis Vuitton, is about to launch a blockchain for proving the authenticity of luxury goods, sources say.

Oleh Ian Allison26 Mar 2019

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The RadicalxChange Movement's Crypto-Cypherpunk Appeal

CoinDesk looks at the appeal of the RadicalxChange movement and its dream of "reinventing institutions to fix problems" such as inequality.

Oleh Christine Kim26 Mar 2019

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The SEC and CFTC join hands: State of Crypto

The SEC and CFTC signed a memorandum of understanding to do a better job providing a combined regulatory approach to the digital asset sector.

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Bitcoin set for best week since September 2025 as correlation with tech stocks weakens

Bitcoin is outperforming equities and gold since the Middle East conflict began, as institutional inflows return while broader market sentiment remains cautious.

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Here is why Nasdaq and owner of NYSE are putting the $126 trillion equity market on blockchain

The race for the "everything exchange" makes Wall Street operators and crypto exchanges rivals and partners at the same time.

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Bitwise’s Matt Hougan revisits $1 million bitcoin — analysts agree but debate his timeline

Hougan says bitcoin could reach that milestone if it captures a larger share of the global store-of-value market, though analysts say it would likely take years of institutional adoption and macro shifts.

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