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Merge Testing on Ethereum: What Is It and Why Does It Matter?
Ethereum’s developers are using new testing infrastructure to assess network mechanics and client readiness ahead of the Merge.

The Yuga Labs Catastrophe Could Have Been Prevented
Conspiracy theorists say Yuga Labs clogged up Ethereum to justify the launch of its own chain, but maybe the Bored Ape creators just screwed up.

So What if the Ethereum Foundation Holds Fiat?
The Ethereum Foundation disclosed in an annual report that nearly 20% of its treasury is made up of non-crypto investments.

Reminder: The Merge Won’t Solve Ethereum’s Scaling Woes by Itself
Ethereum’s transition to proof-of-stake might finally be around the corner, but true scale won’t come from a single upgrade.

Ronin Attack Shows Cross-Chain Crypto Is a ‘Bridge’ Too Far
Last week’s $625 million exploit of the Axie Infinity sidechain underscores the risks of sacrificing decentralization for scale, Ethereum boosters say.
