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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Tech

Ethereum’s Mainnet Tenth 'Shadow Fork' Goes Live Ahead of September Merge

Developers focused this time on testing key releases similar to the ones in the upcoming Goerli merge – the final testnet hard fork before the real Ethereum Merge.

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Tech

Ethereum’s Rollup Race: What is a ‘True’ zkEVM?

The ZK rollup race between Ethereum layer 2s Scroll, Polygon and Matter Labs may come down to definitions.

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Finance

EY Has Built an Ethereum-Based Product to Help Firms Hit Carbon Accounting Goals

Enterprise users’ data-privacy concerns are less of a constraint when it comes to showing how supply chains are meeting their ESG mandates, said EY blockchain lead Paul Brody.

Supply Chain (Shutterstock)

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Finance

AntPool Supports Ethereum Classic Ecosystem With $10M Investment

The mining pool is throwing its weight behind the Ethereum-offshoot alternative that will continue to mine using proof-of-work.

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Videos

Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals

Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.

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Markets

Vitalik Buterin Discusses Ethereum's Upcoming 'Merge' and 'Surge' at EthCC in Paris

The co-founder of the Ethereum network spoke about its future road map on Thursday.

Vitalik Buterin at EthCC in Paris (Lyllah Ledesma for CoinDesk)

Markets

How Two Asset Managers Are Handling 2022’s Crypto Volatility

Risk-mitigated approaches to crypto could offer the benefits of holding it but with less downside

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Markets

JPMorgan Sees Crypto Retail Demand Improving, End of 'Intense' Deleveraging Phase

Improved investor sentiment and increased demand ahead of the Ethereum Merge has sparked a market recovery, according to the bank.

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Tech

Ethereum’s Kaleido Collaborates With Polygon for Web3 Adoption

Polygon Edge, a gas-free and easy to access scaling service targeting business users, was unveiled at Ethereum’s annual community gathering in Paris.

Kaleido CEO Steve Cerveny speaks at Consensus 2019. (CoinDesk archives)

Markets

Vitalik Drinks Hot Water in Heatwave and Other Observations From Paris Ethereum Conference

This week's EthCC conference is taking place during one of Europe's worst heatwaves in recent memory. There are a lot of sweaty blockchain developers, mostly men, and a meditation teepee in a "Chill Room" that isn't chilled. Lyllah Ledesma, attending the conference for CoinDesk, provides her observations.

Scene at the 1inch Party at Pont Alexandre III. (Lyllah Ledesma)