Ethereum merge

The Ethereum Merge will transition the protocol from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS), but it comes with risks. Crypto podcaster and author Laura Shin addresses her concern that Ethereum might become centralized in its governance after the upgrade.

Set 7, 2022

"A lot of blockchain network effects really depend on the perception around the individuals involved," says podcaster and author Laura Shin. "That will only be strengthened ... after the Ethereum Merge if it's successful." She discusses what would happen with the so-called "Ethereum killers" post Merge.

Set 7, 2022

AdvisorShares CEO Noah Hamman dissects the red across the crypto markets this morning. For those who are concerned about “the changes that can come” with the Merge or “anything that’s unexpected … a day like today where it’s down so significantly … is not surprising,” he said.

Set 7, 2022

“This event is really going to accelerate the conversation surrounding some … existential questions within the industry related to … regulation,” Prime Trust VP Jeremy Sheridan says about the legal consideration around the upcoming Ethereum Merge.

Set 7, 2022

Could the upcoming Ethereum Merge change the nature of ether (ETH) from a commodity to a security? Prime Trust VP Jeremy Sheridan discusses the legal considerations of the merge and how it might shape the future of the U.S. crypto regulatory framework. Plus, he reacts to Celsius’ lawsuit against Prime Trust.

Set 7, 2022

The anticipated Ethereum Merge is expected to be completed around mid September. Crypto podcaster and author Laura Shin joins “First Mover” to discuss the significance of the Merge for the crypto world and the public perception of ether (ETH). Plus, key takeaways from her interview with Arthur Hayes.

Set 7, 2022

Bitcoin trending below $19,000 as U.S. Treasury yields rise and the August manufacturing PMI registers 52.8, exceeding expectations. TheoTrade co-founder Don Kaufman and CoinShares Head of Research James Butterfill share their crypto markets analysis and outlook, discussing the potential impact of the upcoming Ethereum Merge and macro headwinds.

Set 6, 2022

The activation of the Bellatrix upgrade on the Ethereum blockchain marks the beginning of the Merge, which will likely be completed sometime around Sept. 13-16. "The Hash" panel breaks down the long-awaited transition from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS).

Set 6, 2022

Ethereum Classic (ETC) has emerged as an unlikely winner ahead of Ethereum Merge event as ETC tokens surged close to 30% in the past 24 hours. However, Michael Venuto of Toroso Investments says this jump is "a short term fad." He dissects the crypto markets as the final countdown to the Merge begins.

Set 6, 2022

"Ethereum aims to be a global settlement layer, that being everything can settle on Ethereum, even bitcoin included in the far future," says core developer Preston Van Loon. He breaks down how the Merge will potentially impact Bitcoin's proof-of-work consensus mechanism.

Set 6, 2022