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Ether
Ether (ETH) is the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum blockchain, functioning as a fuel for operations within the network. It serves multiple purposes: as a digital currency, it can be bought, sold, and held as an investment; as a utility token, it's used to pay for transaction fees and computational services on the Ethereum network. Ether is integral to running decentralized applications (dApps) and executing smart contracts on Ethereum, providing the necessary resources for these operations. As Ethereum evolves, especially with upgrades like Ethereum 2.0, Ether's role remains central, facilitating not just transactions but also the broader ecosystem of decentralized finance (DeFi) and various blockchain-based applications.
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Falls Initially on US Jobs Report, Grinds Higher Later
The positive jobs report may lead to additional Federal Reserve monetary tightening.
DeFi Protocol Voltz Could Bring 150% Interest Rate on Ether Deposits
As the Ethereum blockchain's Merge approaches, traders and venues are seeing the event as an opportunity to pocket fat yields – possibly signaling a renewed appetite for risk in crypto just months after its big market crash.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin's Rally Loses Steam After US Jobs Report
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 5, 2022.
Justin Sun Backs Ethereum Hard Fork as Merge Approaches
Sun said he will support development on the existing Ethereum network following the expected merge in September.
First Mover Asia: Crypto's ‘Learn-on-the-Fly’ Ethos on Display as Bridge Hack Damage Reaches $2B
Bitcoin and ether kept sliding, but barely. Meanwhile, a corporate partnership announcement was enough to send Coinbase shares soaring (and short-sellers running for shelter).
Market Wrap: Bitcoin Falls on Lower Volume and Decreased Volatility
BTC's "average true range" shows that markets have become calm.
What to Expect From Ethereum's Merge Event
Ethereum’s long-awaited transition from a proof-of-work to proof-of-stake consensus system is near, but current ether miners will be left with much less useful hardware after the merge, CoinDesk's David Morris said. "The Hash" team discusses the forthcoming transition and what it means for miners, the Ethereum community and wider crypto ecosystem.
First Mover Americas: Bitcoin Unaffected by Bank of England's Super-Size Interest-Rate Hike
The latest price moves in crypto markets in context for Aug. 4, 2022.
CME to Roll Out Euro-Denominated Bitcoin and Ether Futures on Aug. 29
The launch of the contracts could accelerate the ongoing institutionalization of the crypto market.
First Mover Asia: Bitcoin Extends Losing Streak as Pelosi Taiwan Trip Passes Without Incident
ALSO: Solana's SOL token slides after wallet hack and Sam Reynolds provides an on-the-ground assessment of U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan trip.
