Ethereum

Ethereum, a decentralized blockchain platform, has emerged as a prominent player in the world of cryptocurrencies. It is not just a digital currency like Bitcoin but also a platform that enables developers to build and deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps). Ethereum's underlying technology, powered by its native cryptocurrency Ether [ETH], offers a secure and transparent environment for executing peer-to-peer transactions without the need for intermediaries. With a vast community of developers, businesses, and individuals involved, Ethereum has become a hub for innovation and collaboration in the crypto space. Companies across various industries are exploring the potential of Ethereum's smart contract capabilities to streamline operations, enhance security, and reduce costs. Moreover, Ethereum's open-source nature allows for the creation of new protocols and blockchain networks, fostering interoperability and scalability within the ecosystem. Crypto exchanges play a crucial role in facilitating the trading of Ethereum, providing a platform for individuals and institutions to buy, sell, and store their ETH securely. As the demand for Ethereum continues to grow, so does the number of exchanges offering ETH trading pairs, ensuring liquidity and accessibility for investors.

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Tech

Ethereum DeFi Staple MakerDAO Adds StarkNet Bridge in First Step Toward Multi-Chain

Rebuilding Maker on StarkNet involves four phases, starting with a simple bridge that goes live on April 28.

A still from a video explaining how MakerDAO works. (Brady Dale/CoinDesk)

Finance

Australia Crypto ETF Market Heats Up With Two More Spot Funds Set to Launch

21Shares and ETF Securities will introduce Australia's first spot exchange-traded products for bitcoin and ether next week.

Sydney harbor. (Dan Freeman/Unsplash)

Finance

Ethereum Foundation Holds $1.3B in Ether, $300M in Non-Crypto Investments

Ether held by the non-profit represents about 0.3% of the total ether supply as of March 31, 2022.

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Videos

Attacker Drains $182M From Beanstalk Stablecoin Protocol

Ethereum-based stablecoin protocol Beanstalk Farms was exploited for $182 million in a flash-loan attack over the weekend, making this the second nine-figure decentralized finance (DeFi) attack in a month.

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Opinion

Ethereum’s Dark Underbelly Shows That Even in Crypto, Trust Matters

Laura Shin’s book “The Cryptopians” drives home the reality that the human element is at least as important as it is in traditional fields.

Though he was one of many Ethereum cofounders, Vitalik Buterin's contributions - including surprisingly careful management - were pivotal. (David Paul Morris/Bloomberg/Getty)

Finance

Moonbirds NFTs Fly on Debut, Clocking $200M in Sales

The project is the first tied to Kevin Rose’s PROOF Collective, a private community of NFT collectors whose membership pass costs at least 99 ETH.

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Videos

Ethereum Merge Pushed Back: What to Expect

Galaxy Digital’s Christine Kim discusses Ethereum’s highly anticipated merge to proof-of-stake following a statement from core developer Tim Beiko that it will not be delivered in June. Kim explains the complexity of this shift, how it will reduce Ethereum’s energy consumption and the impact it could have on investors and traders.

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Videos

Ethereum Merge Won’t Happen in June

Ethereum core developer Tim Beiko recently confirmed via Twitter that the protocol's highly anticipated merge to proof-of-stake consensus mechanism will not happen in June and could be pushed back until the fall. “The Hash” group discusses the complexity of Ethereum’s transition away from proof-of-work, with co-host Will Foxley describing it as “swapping airplane engines while you’re in flight.”

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Videos

Will Banks Adapt to a DeFi Future?

CoinDesk Contributor and Ernst & Young Principal Global Innovation leader Paul Brody discusses the future of the banking industry as decentralized finance (DeFi) continues to grow, drawing on historical comparisons such as how telephone companies adapted to the rise of smartphones and apps. Plus, a conversation about the highly anticipated Ethereum merge to proof-of-stake.

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