Ethereum News

Ethereum (ETH) was launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin and a team of co-founders as the world's first programmable blockchain, enabling smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) that extend far beyond simple peer-to-peer transactions. After transitioning from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus through "The Merge" in 2022, Ethereum now processes transactions more efficiently while maintaining its position as the foundation for decentralized finance (DeFi) and Web3 innovation.

The Ethereum ecosystem encompasses thousands of decentralized applications, from DeFi protocols like Uniswap and Aave to NFT marketplaces, gaming platforms, and layer-2 scaling solutions like Arbitrum and Polygon. Developers, validators, and users interact within this programmable economy where ETH serves as both a digital currency and the fuel powering smart contract execution through gas fees.

CoinDesk covers all aspects of Etherum, from protocol upgrades and scaling developments to DeFi innovation and regulatory implications. Our reporters track everything from Ethereum's roadmap milestones and staking developments to the broader implications of programmable money and decentralized autonomous organizations.

DISCLOSURE: This text was written with the assistance of AI, then reviewed by a person.

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Who Created Ethereum?

Ethereum was the first project to introduce decentralized applications; the tech that paved the way for DeFi and NFTs.

By Daniel Palmer, Alyssa HertigMar 30, 2017

Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin was one of the first to sign an NFT on the platform.

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How to Use Ethereum

Decentralized apps on Ethereum give users more control, but at a cost: ether, the platform’s native token. Here’s how to use Ethereum.

By Alyssa HertigMar 30, 2017

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More Banks to Sign Up for ING's Ethereum Oil Trading Platform

Dutch bank ING's ethereum-based oil trading pilot is opening up to new financial institutions.

By Michael del CastilloMar 28, 2017

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With Ethereum 'Ice Age' Incoming, Momentum Builds for Miner Pay Cut

A vote currently taking place on ethereum's mining rewards system has motivated a big response from the community.

By Corin FaifeMar 28, 2017

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IBM vs Microsoft: Two Tech Giants, Two Blockchain Visions

How two established tech firms are taking different directions when it comes to their blockchain-as-a-service offerings.

By Noelle AchesonMar 27, 2017

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'Scam Free' Gambling on Ethereum? Regulators Might Not Be Ready

A world without gambling scams is the latest big idea being tested on the ethereum blockchain, but regulatory hurdles remain.

By Jonathan KeaneMar 26, 2017

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Follow the Leader: Analyzing Cryptocurrency Price Correlations

Is there a correlation between the price movements of bitcoin and other digital currencies? CoinDesk dives into these relationships.

By Charles Lloyd Bovaird IIMar 25, 2017

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Web Browser Brave to Launch ICO for Ethereum Ad Token

Bitcoin browser Brave is planning an ICO for a new token based on the ethereum blockchain and designed to monetize users' attention.

By Michael del CastilloMar 23, 2017

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Storj to Migrate Decentralized Storage Service to Ethereum Blockchain

Storj Labs intends to move its decentralized storage service to the ethereum blockchain, the startup announced in a blog post today.

By Pete RizzoMar 23, 2017

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DAO Manager Aragon Gets Alpha Release

An administrative platform for decentralized autonomous corporations built on ethereum has rolled out new alpha software.

By Garrett KeirnsMar 21, 2017

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