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

It’s Time to Launch the Ethereum 2.0 Beacon Chain

We've spent the last nine months testing the life out of this thing. It's time to stake our ideas, money and time on the line.

By Ben EdgingtonOct 12, 2020

Markets

Ethereum Is Manhattan and Everyone Is Moving to the Suburbs

As things stand, only the most liquid, hyperconnected protocols will be able to thrive on Ethereum. That's why many protocols are heading to the "suburbs."

By Luis CuendeOct 9, 2020

Markets

First Mover: Bitcoin Hits $11K as Square Exposes $2.3T Corporate Money Pot

Square's $50M bitcoin purchase has analysts doing back-of-the-envelope math on the possibility of rising allocations from corporate treasurers.

By Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Sebastian SinclairOct 9, 2020

S&P 500 companies have a combined $2.3 trillion in cash and short-term investments, a new money pot for bitcoin marketers.

Tech

New Ethereum Fee Model Has Some Miners Crying Foul: Survey

Eight of the nine mining projects answering a survey on EIP 1559 had a negative impression of the proposal, with seven saying they would not implement the change.

By William FoxleyOct 8, 2020

Finance

JPMorgan's Blockchain Lead Is Now in Charge of Ethereum-Based Interbank Information Network

JPMorgan Blockchain Lead Christine Moy has been promoted to lead the bank’s Ethereum-based Interbank Information Network (INN).

By Nate DiCamilloOct 8, 2020

Markets

Ethereum Is the Frontier of Financial Innovation

Innovation occurs when the costs of iteration and experimentation reduce.

By David HoffmanOct 8, 2020

Markets

First Mover: Bitcoin 'Comatose' Under $16K for Rest of 2020, While Ether Traffic Eases

Bitcoin is stuck in an ever-tightening range between $10.5K and $10.8K and appears set for a breakout, though options trading suggests $16K might represent an upper bound in 2020.

By Bradley Keoun, Omkar Godbole, Sebastian SinclairOct 8, 2020

Reduced traffic means less congestion on the Ethereum network and reduced fees.

Markets

As DeFi Deflates, Ethereum Users Get Reprieve From Soaring Fees, Congestion

The popularity of decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges had backed up the Ethereum blockchain, raising questions about its ability to scale.

By Omkar GodboleOct 7, 2020

Reduced traffic from decentrentralized exchanges has relieved congestion on the Ethereum blockchain.

Markets

First Mover: Bitcoin Steady as Trump Tweets and Neo Takes on Ethereum

Trump's back-and-forth tweets over U.S. stimulus whipsaw bitcoin prices along with traditional markets, and Neo ratchets up competition with Ethereum.

By Bradley KeounOct 7, 2020

Competition is intense to break the Ethereum blockchain's stronghold on financial applications and DeFi development.

Markets

Amid US-China Tech War, Can Neo’s DeFi Stack Rival Ethereum’s?

Neo revealed its ambition to beat the second-largest blockchain by market cap during a time when Chinese firms such as TikTok and Huawei successfully established their dominance in an international market.

By Muyao ShenOct 7, 2020

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