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.

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Wyre’s WeChat and Facebook Bot Authenticates Invoices on Ethereum

Blockchain startup Wyre has revealed a new bot for Facebook Messenger and WeChat that authenticates invoices on a public blockchain.

By Jonathan KeaneMay 24, 2017

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Markets

Consensus 2017: Decentralized Exchange 0x Wins Proof-of-Work Startup Competition

0x took the top prize today in the second annual Proof of Work pitch competition at CoinDesk’s Consensus 2017 conference in New York.

By Morgen PeckMay 23, 2017

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Markets

Consensus 2017: Blockchain Tech Leaders Predict Interoperable Future

At Consensus 2017, leaders of different blockchain projects discussed how their platforms could eventually become an interoperable "mesh" of services.

By Michael del CastilloMay 23, 2017

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Tech

Deloitte Joins Blockchain Consortiums Ethereum Alliance and Hyperledger

Deloitte has revealed that it's joining two blockchain consortium efforts: the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance and the Hyperledger project.

By Pete RizzoMay 22, 2017

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Markets

ShapeShift Breaks New Ground With 'Prism' Digital Asset Portfolio Product

ShapeShift has unveiled a new product called 'Prism', one that brings a whole new style of investment to the cryptocurrency markets.

By Pete RizzoMay 22, 2017

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Markets

Enterprise Ethereum Alliance Adds 86 Members to Blockchain Consortium

By Michael del CastilloMay 21, 2017

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Markets

Consensus Hackathon 2017: Into the Smart City Blockchain 'Rabbit Hole'

CoinDesk's Consensus 2017 Building Blocks hackathon is fast underway, with teams competing to realize the next big ideas for the emerging tech.

By Alyssa HertigMay 21, 2017

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Markets

'Spiritual Experience': Hot, Wild Ethereal Summit Is Sign of the Times

By Amy CastorMay 20, 2017

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Tech

Decentralized Ethereum Token Trading Goes Live With 0x Launch

0x OTC, an early stage platform for exchanging ethereum-based tokens, is expected to start settling trades today.

By Michael del CastilloMay 18, 2017

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Tech

Trust Your Oracle? Cornell Launches Tool for Confidential Blockchain Queries

A new tool from Cornell's famed IC3 lab allows ethereum smart contracts to obtain and send information more securely.

By Amy CastorMay 17, 2017

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