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

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Ethereum Classic Snaps Slump as Price Hits Eight-Week High

Ethereum classic rose to eight-week high today, thanks in part to keen trading on South Korean exchanges.

By Omkar GodboleNov 6, 2017

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Markets

Zk-Snarks Everywhere: Ethereum Privacy Tech Hits Tipping Point

New advances in cryptography are propelling privacy on ethereum forward, as evidenced by talks and panels at the project's Devcon conference this week.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 4, 2017

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Trust No One: Ethereum Smart Contract Security Is Advancing

Security is a concern for ethereum as it continues to grow, and many think the best way to stay ahead is to always be on guard.

By Alyssa HertigNov 3, 2017

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Markets

Hello Moon: Ethereum Developers Launch Lightweight Dapp Browser

The original ethereum dapp browsers has announced a new update designed to make its technology more user-friendly for developers.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 3, 2017

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Isle of Man Grants License to Ethereum-Based Lottery

The Isle of Man has approved a gaming license for an ethereum-based lottery from a company called Quanta.

By Brady DaleNov 3, 2017

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Markets

Shifting and Changing: Ethereum's Casper Code Takes Shape

A key component of ethereum's future vision is taking shape, with the project's two lead developers trading theories on its design.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 3, 2017

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Markets

Smarter Bug Bounties? Hydra Codes Creative Solution for Ethereum Theft

A new smart contracts project uses the technology in a novel way that aims to stop illicit actors from stealing ethereum funds.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 2, 2017

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Markets

Ethereum Storage Network Swarm Enters Next Test Phase

Ethereum's decentralized storage branch, Swarm, announced its third proof-of-concept to test the privacy and scalability of the project.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 2, 2017

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Ethereum Wallet Status Pledges $1 Million for New Bug Bounty Program

Ethereum mobile wallet startup Status announced a hardware wallet and bug bounty program during the Devcon3 conference today.

By Rachel-Rose O'LearyNov 2, 2017

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Markets

Ex-Credit Suisse Exec to Launch ICO for Luxury Good Platform

A former executive for Credit Suisse is preparing to launch an initial coin offering (ICO) for a new ethereum-based startup.

By Brady DaleNov 2, 2017

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