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

Public Blockchains: The Community vs The Ecosystem

In this opinion piece, author William Mougayar breaks down the term "community" and what it means for blockchain governance.

By William MougayarAug 1, 2016

Markets

The Three Value Propositions of Ethereum Classic

Ethereum Classic has grown to become a valuable cryptocurrency in spite of its unusual origins, thanks in large part to three value propositions.

By Michael del CastilloJul 31, 2016

Markets

Rise of Replay Attacks Intensifies Ethereum Divide

The recent split between ethereum and ethereum classic has opened the door to cross-network issues, problems that have ensnared several exchanges.

By Alyssa HertigJul 29, 2016

Markets

Coinbase’s First Employee is Leaving to Start His Own Hedge Fund

Coinbase's first employee has departed to start a blockchain-focused hedge fund.

By Pete RizzoJul 28, 2016

Markets

Ethereum's Two Ethereums Explained

What is ethereum classic? And how does it differ from ethereum? CoinDesk profiles the ongoing split on the blockchain network.

By Alyssa HertigJul 28, 2016

Tech

KPMG: DAO Failure Won't Hinder Private Blockchain Progress

KPMG has commented on the ongoing situation around The DAO, asserting it hasn't impacted client confidence in blockchain.

By Pete RizzoJul 28, 2016

Markets

Coinbase: 'Longest Chain' Likely to Decide Ethereum Support

Coinbase reports it is taking a 'wait-and-see' approach in weighing whether it will add support for ether classic to its exchange.

By Pete RizzoJul 27, 2016

Tech

Ethereum Creator Vitalik Buterin Addresses 'Classic' Blockchain

Ethereum creator Vitalik Buterin issued new statements today addressing the increasing support for Ethereum Classic.

By Pete RizzoJul 26, 2016

Markets

Genesis Trading Sees Interest in Classic Ether Market

A prominent digital currency service reports that institutional investors are expressing a slow but budding interest in Ethereum Classic.

By Pete RizzoJul 26, 2016

Markets

Has Ethereum's Hard Fork Created a New Kind of Double Spend?

In a new opinion piece a former Deloitte consultant asserts the ramifications of ethereum's hard fork are a case for private blockchains.

By Matthew SpokeJul 26, 2016

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