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Finance

Can Stablecoin Supply Measure Ethereum Adoption?

As innovation on top of Ethereum continues to connect DeFi with the outside world, stablecoin growth appears to be a strong measure of adoption.

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Tech

Which Comes First: DeFi Utility or Yield?

Also: Tackling Maximal Extractable Value (MEV) on Ethereum

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Finance

‘Ethereum Killers’ Are Helpful, Not Harmful

Also: Real-world countries and constitutions collide with the digital world.

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Tech

The Evolution of Ethereum’s Monetary Policy

The combination of DeFi, EIP 1559 and Ethereum’s coming transition to proof-of-stake has worked to create what ether holders call “Ultra Sound Money.”

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Tech

Ethereum’s Latest Progress Toward Proof-of-Stake

Here are some things that will (and won’t) change after the Merge.

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Tech

Valid Points: Are We Witnessing the Death of DeFi Tokens?

Most major DeFi tokens are losing their allure and finding themselves in a seven-month downtrend relative to ether.

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Tech

Valid Points: The Success of Ethereum’s Alternative Ecosystems

Also: Decentralization in DeFi is becoming more accessible

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Tech

Valid Points: SEC Probes DeFi, Gas Fees Stabilize

Also: The rise of layer 2s and a comeback in total value locked (TVL) on Ethereum

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