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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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Shanghai + Capella = 'Shapella': How Ethereum Devs Now Refer to Upcoming Upgrade
Technically the Shanghai upgrade is only on the execution side of Ethereum. Capella is the simultaneous upgrade happening on the consensus side. Hence the merging of the two names to “Shapella.”
Ethereum Developers Target March 14 Date for Shanghai Upgrade on Goerli Testnet
The event will be the last “Shapella” dress rehearsal for Ethereum’s upcoming hard fork.
Bitcoin Holds Above $23K as Concerns Loom for Silvergate Bank
Crypto bank Silvergate Bank announced it would postpone the filing of its annual report on Wednesday, sending its stock price plunging. Wave Financial Head of Protocol and Treasury Management Nauman Sheikh discusses what this means for the crypto markets and why he's "surprised" the crypto markets have not reacted more strongly to the news just yet. Plus, the potential impact of the upcoming Shanghai upgrade on the Ethereum community.
Weekly Challenge: The Digital Asset Power Hour
Financial professionals stand to benefit greatly from blocking off just one hour per week to learn about a digital asset, such as one of 500 included in CoinDesk's Digital Asset Classification Standard.
Ethereum Says ERC-4337 Deployed, Tested, Beginning Era of Smart Accounts
The news of the deployment of ERC-4337 will be shared at an ETHDenver-related event, known as WalletCon.
Polygon Rolls Out Zero-Knowledge, Privacy-Enhanced Identification Product
Under the design for Polygon ID, a bar owner could theoretically use the credential-verification system to verify a patron is of age, without ever having to look at any identification card.
Lido Gearing Up For Ethereum's Upcoming Shanghai Upgrade
Lido, the biggest liquid staking platform on the Ethereum blockchain, opened a snapshot vote on its version 2 (v2) upgrade, which includes a "Staking Router" said to ease the onboarding of different validator subsets. The second element of the v2 upgrade will allow users to redeem Lido’s flagship stETH tokens for the underlying ether tokens once Ethereum’s Shanghai upgrade, more accurately known as "Shapella," hits. "The Hash" panel discusses what this means for the Lido community and the future of decentralization.
Centralized Exchange Scrutiny Will Spur Research of Decentralized Exchanges
Decentralized exchanges have an intriguing road ahead amid the wreckage of FTX.
Lido Community Conducting Snapshot of V2 Upgrade Design Approval
Lido is gearing up for Ethereum’s upcoming Shanghai upgrade.
Crypto Wallet Provider Safe Launches Developer Stack Enabling Account Abstraction
The open-source stack will allow developers to build Web3 apps that enable account abstraction while maintaining a Web2 user experience.
