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

Blockchain Veterans Unveil Secure Smart Contracts Framework

Two notable blockchain developers are releasing an open-source smart contract security tool.

By Alyssa HertigSep 15, 2016

Tech

Preparing for a Bitcoin Hard Fork

Amid controversy, bitcoin developers see a need to begin researching more drastic technical changes to the network.

By Bailey ReutzelSep 14, 2016

Markets

It Isn't 'Consensus': Toward Cooler Protocol Debates

The idea that bitcoin and blockchains run on "consensus" among their users is counterproductive, argues Jim harper.

By Jim HarperSep 10, 2016

Markets

Smart Contract Analyzer to Debut at Ethereum Conference

Researchers will soon open source a tool designed to evaluate ethereum smart contract code.

By Alyssa HertigSep 7, 2016

Markets

The Stolen DAO Funds Are On the Move

More than $5m worth of digital currency associated with the attack on The DAO is on the move.

By Michael del CastilloSep 6, 2016

Markets

Microsoft Launches Smart Contracts Security Working Group

Microsoft is organizing a working group dedicated to improving the security of smart contracts.

By Alyssa HertigSep 1, 2016

Markets

Building the Foundations for a Scalable Ethereum Community

Do events like The DAO collapse prove blockchains need formal governance? Blockchain analyst Josh Stark argues that it's too early to tell.

By Josh StarkAug 28, 2016

Markets

Code is Law? Not Quite Yet

Should code be law? In this opinion piece, Lukas Abegg argues there are many scientific hurdles to cross before this is likely to be possible.

By Lukas AbeggAug 27, 2016

Markets

Ethereum Classic Prices Plunge 20% as Trader Interest Wanes

The price of classic ether plunged against several currencies over the last week amid concerns of waning market enthusiasm.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIAug 26, 2016

Markets

Did Ethereum's Fork Validate Bitcoin Block Size Conservatism?

CoinDesk explores how the ethereum hard fork affected sentiment regarding bitcoin's long-raging block size debate.

By Stan HigginsAug 26, 2016

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