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

Ether Roars Past $2,700; Popular Trader Declares ‘Beast Mode’

A 6.54% rally lifted ether above $2,700 on heavy volume as traders and executives forecast further upside toward $4,000.

By Siamak Masnavi, CD AnalyticsJun 10, 2025, 3:14 p.m. EDT

A 24-hour line chart showing ether rising from about $2,575 to $2,745 with corresponding volume bars at bottom

Finance

Ethereum Advocate William Mougayar to Lead Ecosystem's New Profile-Raising Initiative

The Ethereum Market Research Centre (EMRC) is a community-led initiative aimed at bridging the education gap for institutional and professional audiences.

By Ian AllisonJun 10, 2025, 8:04 a.m. EDT

Markets

Ethereum Blockchain Is Useful Technology That 'Deserves Love,' Bernstein Says

Ether ETF inflows totaled $815 million over the last 20 days as investors have woken up to the network's value proposition, the broker said.

By Will CannyJun 9, 2025, 10:03 a.m. EDT

Abstract Ethereum blocks and dollars (Dall-E, modified by CoinDesk)

Markets

ETH Surges as Spot ETF Inflows Hit 15-Day Streak, Traders Watch $2,540 Level

Ethereum climbs above $2,530 after weekly inflows hit $295 million, the highest among all assets tracked by CoinShares as of June 7.

By Siamak Masnavi, CD AnalyticsJun 9, 2025, 7:36 a.m. EDT

Ethereum (ETH) 24-hour price chart showing a 1.28% gain to $2,538.25 as of June 9, 2025

Markets

Ether Holds Steady Above $2,500 as ETF Demand Signals Institutional Confidence

ETH bounces from $2,460 as buying momentum returns, helped by strong ETF inflows and renewed interest from institutional investors.

By CD Analytics, Siamak MasnaviJun 7, 2025, 2:08 p.m. EDT

Ether 24-hour price chart showing recovery from $2,460 to over $2,510 on June 7, 2025

Tech

Ethereum Foundation Unveils New Treasury Policy With 15% Opex Cap

The EF published an updated treasury policy, outlining plans around token sales, fiat purchases and transparency reporting.

By Margaux NijkerkJun 5, 2025, 11:52 a.m. EDT

Ethereum blockchain symbol abstract crystal

Markets

Asia Morning Briefing: Vitalik's Plan Can Bring ETH to $3K and Crypto 'More Popular' Than Stocks in South Korea

Left-leaning Lee Jae-myung won't change the nation's crypto policies, Hashed CEO Simon Kim said in an interview with CoinDesk

By Sam Reynolds, AI BoostJun 4, 2025, 9:47 p.m. EDT

South Korea's flag (Daniel Bernard/Unsplash)

Tech

Vitalik Buterin Uses Privacy Tool Railgun Again, Signaling Ongoing Embrace of On-Chain Anonymity

Railgun's RAIL token has spiked 15% higher after Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin transferred over $2.6 million in crypto using the privacy protocol.

By Sam KesslerJun 4, 2025, 4:33 p.m. EDT