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

'Flippening' Flop? As Ethereum's Price Pulls Back, Market Remains Bullish

After weeks of growth, it seems ether's much-hyped 'Flippening' – overtaking bitcoin as the most valuable cryptocurrency – is on hold.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIJun 26, 2017

Markets

Analyzing Ether: A Bitcoin Investor's Skeptical Take

Miner and investor 'P4man' looks at the altcoin market to see if there is a credible alternative to bitcoin. Can ethereum cut the mustard?

By P4manJun 24, 2017

Markets

Power to the User: Accenture & Microsoft Are Changing Identity with Ethereum

Centralized ways to prove identity may now have an expiration date, thanks to a new blockchain prototype jointly built by Microsoft and Accenture.

By Michael del CastilloJun 22, 2017

Markets

$13: Ether Prices Plunge in GDAX Exchange Flash Crash

Ether's price plunged to $13 on GDAX amid signs the Ethereum network is struggling with growing usage.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIJun 21, 2017

Markets

Startups See Service Outages Amid Ethereum Blockchain Backlog

The ethereum network's transaction backlog has ensnared a number of cryptocurrency exchanges.

By Stan HigginsJun 21, 2017

Markets

No ICO: Hedge Fund Numerai Releases Blockchain Token But Skips the Funding

Autonomous hedge fund startup Numerai is releasing a new token today, though in a way that deviates from recent market trends.

By Pete RizzoJun 21, 2017

Markets

Armed with an Ethereum ICO, Can Kik Succeed Where Facebook Failed?

Social media platform Kik opens up about its plans to launch a cryptocurrency, saying the move could fulfill long-held business goals.

By Michael del CastilloJun 21, 2017

Markets

ICO Blues: Status Raises $64 Million (So Far) But Leaves Buyers Waiting

A much-anticipated ICO helped a project called Status raise more than $60m in funds, though many would-be buyers were left locked out.

By Stan HigginsJun 20, 2017

Markets

Too Easy? Critics Take Aim at Ethereum Token Standard Amid ICO Boom

Ethereum's token standard started with good intentions, but as ICO fever takes hold, some wonder if it's now too easy to raise funds.

By Amy CastorJun 20, 2017

Markets

Ethereum 'Tokens' Are All the Rage. But What Are They Anyway?

At the root of a high-profile wave of mega-ICO fundraising efforts on ethereum is a token standard called ERC-20. So what is it anyway?

By Amy CastorJun 17, 2017

Pageof 414