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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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‘Distributed Validator Technology’ Marks Last Key Milestone in Ethereum’s Current Era
The technology known as DVT involves splitting a validator's private key across several node operators. The goal is to increase the network's resilience – while also protect the individual validators – by reducing single points of failure.
P2P.org’s Ethereum Staking Application Is Now Available on Popular Wallet Provider Safe
The integration makes it easier for crypto users to participate in staking without operating the physical infrastructure.
Bank of China’s BOCI Issues Tokenized Securities on Ethereum in Hong Kong
It’s the first-such transaction by a Chinese financial institution in Hong Kong, according to the company.
Blockchain Staking Provider Chorus One Expands to Peer-to-Peer Network Urbit
Chorus One's bet on Urbit's future growth is described by executives as a natural extension of the company's staking services on blockchains including Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos and Polkadot.
The Memecoin Grift and How It Threatens Ethereum Culture
If Ethereum is to grow it’ll have to mature beyond the antics of those shilling the token-of-the-moment, says CoinDesk columnist Paul Dylan-Ennis.
Ethereum’s Buterin Releases Roadmap Addressing Scaling, Privacy, Wallet Security
In his blog post, Buterin says the network needs to address these components simultaneously; otherwise the blockchain could fail.
Optimism Says Ether Now Treated as Native Cryptocurrency Alongside OP Token
Representatives of the layer-2 network atop Ethereum confirmed the change in the treatment of ETH after CoinDesk observed a $550 million transfer in blockchain data. The change occurred in conjunction with Optimism's “Bedrock” upgrade this week.
Kraken NFT Marketplace Launches With Support for Ethereum, Solana and Polygon Collections
Now out of its public beta test, the platform has expanded to include over 250 NFT collections.
Active Addresses on Blockchain Hit All-Time High: A16z Data
According to a16z crypto's State of Crypto Index, active addresses across various blockchains hit an all-time high for the second month in a row in May. The venture fund notes 19.47 million active addresses across blockchains including Ethereum, Polygon, Solana, Optimism, and more. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Ethereum Developers Cement Final Lineup of Changes in ‘Dencun’ Upgrade
Proto-danksharding is at the heart of the package, with other improvements for storage on-chain, as well as minor code changes related to the Ethereum Virtual Machine.
