Vitalik Buterin
Zuzalu to Close After 2 Months in Montenegro With Crypto Elites
Zuzalu, an invite-only gathering of about 200 people in Lustica Bay, Montenegro, is coming to an end after two months. "The Hash" panel shares their reaction to the event and the sighting of prominent participants like Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin.
Ether Crosses $2K After Shanghai Upgrade
Ether (ETH) surpassed $2,000 on Thursday, reaching the highest point since August after a successful network upgrade called Shanghai, or Shapella. Besu Protocol Engineer Justin Florentine discusses the upgrade after Vitalik Buterin said, "we're in a stage where the hardest and fastest parts of the Ethereum protocol's transition are basically over.”
Ethereum's Shanghai Hard Fork: 5 Things to Know
The Shanghai Upgrade, expected in mid-April 2023, puts the final touch on Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake. Etherworld Founder Pooja Ranjan explains the significance of the network upgrade, what it means for withdrawals, ether (ETH) price and why ‘Shapella’ should now be part of your crypto vocabulary.
‘Vitalik’ NFT Collection Rises in Interest
The Gitcoin Presents non-fungible token (NFT) collection is soaring in value after its open edition mint concluded Wednesday, taking the top spot across leading marketplaces. The collection is rapidly rising in interest and value because of the association of Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin with the project, though his direct involvement in the NFT drop has not been established. "The Hash" panel discuss the drop and the implications for the Ethereum community.
Binance's CZ on Time Management: It's About Saying 'No'
Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, CEO of crypto exchange Binance, outlines his time management guidelines in a recent blog post, noting that he doesn't cook, shop, or watch TV. "The Hash" panel discusses the lifestyle insights from the crypto executive, on the heels of Vitalik Buterin's post last year regarding his '40-liter backpack travel guide.'
Vitalik Buterin Tweets Support of Solana
"The Hash" panel discusses the outlook for Solana as its native token SOL erased most of Thursday’s 15% fall after Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin tweeted support for the blockchain most battered by FTX’s implosion. “Some smart people tell me there is an earnest smart developer community in Solana, and now that the awful opportunistic money people have been washed out, the chain has a bright future,” Buterin tweeted shortly before SOL’s Thursday recovery began.
The Year Ahead for Crypto Markets: What to Expect
BTG Pactual Head of Digital Assets Andre Portilho, along with Rubicon Crypto Co-Founder and CEO Greg Johnson, join "First Mover" to discuss the year ahead for the crypto markets in the wake of FTX's bankruptcy. And, some New Year's resolutions for the crypto industry with a focus on markets, technology and regulation. Plus, insights on Solana after Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin tweeted his support for the ecosystem.
Elon Musk's Twitter Poll Asks if He Should Resign as CEO
Elon Musk asked users on Twitter if he should step down as the head of the social media platform, with 57.5% voting in favor of the move. This comes as Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin wrote in a recent tweet that Musk's recent decisions could send the company on a "path to authoritarianism." "The Hash" panel discusses Twitter's latest censorship concerns.
Future of Ethereum After the Merge
Vitalik Buterin and Ethereum developers are among CoinDesk's Most Influential 2022, following the blockchain's historic upgrade known as "the Merge" earlier this year. Ethereum Foundation Protocol Support Lead Tim Beiko discusses what's next for the Ethereum network and shares a preview of the upcoming hard fork known as "Shanghai."
Elon Musk Wants to Charge Twitter Users $8 a Month for Verification
Elon Musk wants Twitter users to pay a monthly fee to keep their blue verified checkmark. The billionaire tweeted in part, "Power to the people! Blue for $8/month." "The Hash" hosts discuss how Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin and Binance's CZ are responding to the planned changes and the role crypto could play in Twitter's future.
