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.

Ethereum News

Markets

Is $40 the New Floor for Ethereum's Ether Tokens?

Ether prices have been building strong support at $40. Does this mark a new floor for the emerging cryptocurrency?

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIApr 20, 2017

dollars, us

Markets

Take Two: Ethereum Domain Registrar Relaunches on Testnet

An ethereum-based decentralized domain registrar is again moving towards launch following a holdup caused by critical bugs last month.

By Stan HigginsApr 20, 2017

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Markets

Coinbase is Planning to Launch an Ethereum Messaging App

Bitcoin exchange and wallet startup Coinbase has revealed a new ethereum messaging product currently in testing.

By Pete RizzoApr 20, 2017

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Markets

Ethereum Developers Eye Proof-of-Stake Shift with New Geth Update

The team behind ethereum’s most popular user client have released a new update that includes support for alternative consensus systems.

By Stan HigginsApr 17, 2017

Code

Markets

Matchpool: The ICO 'Scandal' That Wasn't

It's been a bumpy ride from the heights of a successful ICO to allegations of an 'exit scam'. What's been going on at Matchpool?

By Corin FaifeApr 15, 2017

heart, broken

Markets

The DAO Ethereum Classic Refund Effort Has Been Extended

More than $4m worth of classic ether remains in a DAO refund smart contract.

By Stan HigginsApr 14, 2017

Time

Markets

Inside TrueBit: Ethereum's Lesser-Known Scalability Effort

TrueBit, an under-the-radar effort to supercharge ethereum smart contracts, is gaining momentum, with some dapps already planning an integration.

By Alyssa HertigApr 14, 2017

shadows, dark

Markets

Exchange Bug Discovery Averts Ethereum Token Theft

The discovery of a coding error has brought to light an issue that could put ethereum-based tokens held at exchanges at risk of theft.

By Elise HansenApr 11, 2017

code, files

Markets

Who Needs VC? Ethereum and the JOBS Act Could Change Investing

A new blockchain token sale showcases how innovations in protocol design, coupled with regulatory advances, could disrupt VC.

By Michael del CastilloApr 10, 2017

punk, business

Markets

Vitalik Buterin Doubles Down on Ethereum Incentive Strategy

At a Malta event, Vitalik Buterin, the creator of ethereum, argued further for the role incentives play in securing blockchains.

By Amy CastorApr 10, 2017

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