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.

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5 Takeaways from CoinDesk’s 'Understanding Ethereum' Report

CoinDesk provides five takeaways and unique data analysis from its latest "Understanding Ethereum" report.

By Pete RizzoJun 30, 2016

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For Ether Investors, All Eyes Remain on Divisive Fork Debate

The price of ether remains volatile following the loss of investor funds by one of the blockchain platform's signature projects.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIJun 29, 2016

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Why Ethereum Needs 'Dumb' Contracts

Ethereum entrepreneur Daniel Cawrey discusses the recent demise of The DAO and how that impacts the future of smart contracts.

By Daniel CawreyJun 29, 2016

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Specter of Ethereum Hard Fork Worries Australian Banking Group

As the ethereum community debates a hard fork option to undo losses sustained by The DAO, ANZ is questioning the credibility of public blockchains.

By Michael del CastilloJun 29, 2016

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New Vulnerability May Prevent Ethereum Soft Fork

One possible solution to the attack that led to the draining of funds from The DAO is now believed to include an exploit of its own.

By Michael del CastilloJun 28, 2016

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ItBit Explores Adding Ether to Bitcoin Exchange

ItBit is evaluating whether to add support for ether, according to its CEO.

By Pete RizzoJun 27, 2016

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Bid to Blacklist The DAO Attacker Advances With Ethereum Soft Fork Vote

Mining pools have largely adopted a patch that would blacklist addresses connected to The DAO, the Ethereum-based funding vehicle, after its collapse.

By Stan HigginsJun 27, 2016