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Valid Points: Ethereum 2.0 Soars Past 1M ETH Staked

Over $700 million worth of ether is now locked into Ethereum 2.0. That’s roughly 1.1% of the crypto asset’s total circulating supply.

By Christine Kim, William FoxleyDec 9, 2020

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Introducing Valid Points: The Risks and Rewards of Staking on Eth 2.0

Breaking down Ethereum 2.0 and its sweeping impact on crypto markets, weekly.

By Christine Kim, William FoxleyDec 2, 2020

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CoinDesk Is Spinning Up an Ethereum 2.0 Node. Here's How to Follow Our Journey

CoinDesk just snagged a front-row seat to a seminal event in the crypto industry. Ticket price: 32 ETH.

By Christine Kim, William FoxleyNov 24, 2020

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