Proof-of-Work
Coin Metrics Exec on Whether the Merge Makes Ethereum Green
Coin Metrics Head of R&D Lucas Nuzzi explains the essential differences between the energy consumption of proof-of-work and proof-of-stake systems. Plus, why it is difficult to measure the electricity consumption of proof-of-stake protocols.
EU Lawmakers Vote Down Green Crypto Mining Study
The Green Party had pushed for research into mining techniques after failing to impose restrictions on bitcoin-style proof-of-work
Merge 101: What You Need to Know About Ethereum’s Upgrade
Coin Metrics Head of R&D Lucas Nuzzi breaks down the upcoming Ethereum merge in September and the significance of the shift from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake. Plus, the potential risks investors and developers should be aware of.
All About ETH; Civic Tech’s Blockchain Role
Final timeline for the Ethereum Merge announced. Could the proof-of-work push derail the transition? Blockchain’s potential to transform civic administrations. Those stories in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."
Ethereum Proof-of-Work Forks: Gift or Grift?
Ethereum will soon transition to a more energy-efficient system for processing transactions, but prominent crypto personalities are hell-bent on keeping the proof-of-work version of the chain alive. Why?
Sepolia Is the First Ethereum Testnet to Get a Post-Merge Upgrade
Upgrades to Ethereum test networks – even small ones – are important steps in ensuring that the new proof-of-stake protocol runs smoothly.
Ethereum Merge: Educational Curve and Potential Risks
Ethereum is expected to move from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake in September, reducing energy consumption by 99.95%. Vega blockchain researcher Klaus Kursawe shares insights on how to navigate through the educational curve. Plus, advice from Prysmatic Labs Co-founder Preston Vanloon and QCP Capital Co-Founder Darius Sit on avoiding the potential risks if the merge goes south.
Buzz Over Potential Ethereum Hard Fork Token Fizzles as Price Tanks
Crypto traders’ appetite to speculate on ETHPOW remains muted on exchanges that listed the digital asset.
Miner Chandler Guo Repeats Support for Ethereum Fork Post-Merge
Guo told CoinDesk TV he wants to create a new proof-of-work blockchain to help miners.
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The Investor’s Definitive Guide to Proof-of-Work and Proof-of-Stake (Abridged)
It’s not really about which is better; it’s about trade-offs.
