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

Blockchain Prediction Market Augur Enters Beta

Decentralized blockchain prediction market project Augur has officially entered beta following its crowdfunding effort last year.

By Pete RizzoMar 14, 2016

code, developer

Markets

What's the Big Idea Behind Ethereum's World Computer?

What's the big idea behind Ethereum? Developer Travis Patron gives his take.

By Travis PatronMar 13, 2016

ethereum

Markets

Toronto Stock Exchange Moves Toward Blockchain With Ethereum Founder Hire

The Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) has hired Ethereum co-founder Anthony Di Iorio as its first chief digital officer.

By Pete RizzoMar 10, 2016

toronto stock exchange

Markets

R3: Biggest-Ever Blockchain Trial is Only the Beginning

R3 managing director Tim Grant discusses his startup's biggest test yet and why it's only just getting started with its collaborative consortium work.

By Pete RizzoMar 10, 2016

construction

Markets

Decentralized Apps: Key Questions from a Bank Innovation Director

UBS's Alex Batlin discusses the future of decentralized applications and how they can resist centralizing forces.

By Alex BatlinMar 6, 2016

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Markets

40 Banks Trial Commercial Paper Trading in Latest R3 Blockchain Test

A consortium of financial institutions led by startup R3CEV has completed a trial of five different blockchain solutions.

By Stan HigginsMar 3, 2016

New York

Markets

Microsoft Certifies Ethereum Offering in Blockchain Service First

BlockApps, a provider of Ethereum blockchain software for business, has become the first certified offering on Microsoft Azure's BaaS platform.

By Daniel PalmerMar 1, 2016

microsoft

Markets

7 Cool Decentralized Apps Being Built on Ethereum

Excitement is building around the Ethereum platform, but what are innovators and creators building with the technology? Here are seven cool examples.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 24, 2016

ethereum

Markets

Inside Earthport's Bid to Push Banks Past Blockchain R&D

CoinDesk looks at how Earthport is adding blockchain technology to existing product lines through its Distributed Ledger Payments Hub.

By Pete RizzoFeb 8, 2016

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Markets

LHV Bank: We Support Bitcoin's Values

CoinDesk interviews LHV Bank's new cryptocurrency product manager to learn more about its blockchain experimentations.

By Pete RizzoJan 18, 2016

LHV Bank
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