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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Markets

Ethereum Name Service Removes Core Team Member Brantly Millegan Over 2016 Tweet

A tweet from Nick Johnson, founder and lead developer of ENS, confirmed Millegan has been removed from both the DAO and as director of operations of True Names Ltd.

(Yuichiro Chino for CoinDesk)

Opinion

A Bridge Too Far: Does the Wormhole Hack Mean the Multi-Blockchain Dream Is Dead?

Bridges and other connections between blockchains present inherent security challenges. Whether those can be solved will determine the future of the entire ecosystem.

A collapsed bridge along Forbes Avenue near Frick Park in Pittsburgh on Jan. 28, 2022. Just a few days later, a Solana-Ethereum cryptocurrency bridge called Wormhole met a similar fate. (Justin Merriman/Bloomberg via Getty Images)

Markets

Crypto Options Trading Volume Surged in January as Prices Fell

The drop in prices kicked off certain trading strategies.

Chart from Deribit shows monthly options-trading volumes for ether. (Deribit)

Finance

Jump Trading Backstops Wormhole’s $320M Exploit Loss

Wormhole’s parent company has stepped in to prevent chaos across the Solana DeFi landscape.

Wormhole concept (Getty)

Tech

Blockchain Bridge Wormhole Suffers Possible Exploit Worth Over $326M

The popular bridge for connecting Ethereum, Solana and more is now attempting to negotiate on-chain with the hacker.

(John Paul Summers/Unsplash)

Layer 2

Just-In-Time Liquidity: How MEV Can Enhance DeFi on Ethereum

“Just-In-Time” (JIT) Liquidity Provision is becoming an increasingly popular MEV strategy with some net positives for DeFi.

(dianaarturovna/iStock/Getty Images Plus)

Videos

ConsenSys Acquires Ethereum Wallet MyCrypto, Plans to Merge It With MetaMask

Ethereum ecosystem titan ConsenSys said Tuesday it acquired Ethereum wallet MyCrypto, for undisclosed terms. MyCrypto will eventually merge with ConsenSys’ hugely popular MetaMask wallet. "The Hash" hosts discuss the implications for Metamask's acquisition in the latest move bringing the hot wallet service to more platforms and deepening its integrations.

Recent Videos

Markets

Bitcoin Bargain? Investors Put Money Into Crypto Funds for Second Straight Week

Cryptocurrency funds attracted $19 million of new money last week, suggesting investors are cautiously adding to positions, with prices depressed compared with year-end levels.

Investors put $19 million into crypto funds during the seven days through Jan. 28, the second straight week of inflows. (CoinShares)

Markets

Ethereum Suffers Worst Month in Nearly 2 Years, SOL Falls Even Harder

Most major altcoins have sunk more than bitcoin, with all members of the CoinDesk 20 digital assets deeply in the red in January.

January has not been kind to crypto markets. (Unsplash, modified by CoinDesk)