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

Second Ethereum Testnet Successfully Simulates Shanghai Hard Fork

The Sepolia testnet was able to successfully process staked ETH withdrawals. There is one more test on the Goerli testnet that is planned before Shanghai goes live.

Shanghai (Unsplash)

Markets

Optimism DEX Velodrome Generates Record Weekly Fees Following Coinbase Announcement

Coinbase said last week it is launching Base, another layer two network built using Optimism technology.

(DALL-E/CoinDesk)

Markets

Start of the End? Testnet Goerli Ether Spikes to $1.60 as Traders Jump on Opportunity Meant for Developers

LayerZero offered developers a way to get their hands on intrinsically worthless gETH tokens for testing purposes – but traders jumped on that opportunity, leading to an uncannily high-valued market.

Traders are speculating on goerli ether. (DALL-E/CoinDesk)

Markets

Tokens of Optimism Ecosystem Surge as Coinbase Unveils Its Layer 2 Base

Coinbase said Thursday that it is using Optimism's technology to launch an Ethereum layer 2 scaling product called Base.

Tokens from Optimism's ecosystem outshine market leaders bitcoin and ether. (Peggy_Marco/Pixabay)

Tech

Coinbase's New Layer 2 Blockchain, Base, Has Rocky Rollout

The much-anticipated protocol struggled to process user transactions, then became the target of some Twitter shade for changing some terms of a contribution pledge on the fly.

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Opinion

What the Ethereum Shanghai Upgrade Will Mean for ETH Liquidity

A significant change to Ethereum’s proof-of-stake system is slated for March, which will likely incentivize a wave of building and consumer choice in the “liquid staking” sector.

(Sam Ewen/Midjourney/CoinDesk)

Videos

Coinbase Rolls Out Layer 2 Blockchain Base to Provide Onramp for Ethereum, Solana

Crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN) launched Base, a layer 2 network built using Optimism's OP Stack, providing easy and secure access to Ethereum, Optimism, Solana, and other blockchain ecosystems. "The Hash" panel discusses the launch in the latest move bringing a new wave of mainstream crypto adoption.

Recent Videos

Opinion

Ethereum’s Regens Tend to Ethereum’s Public Goods

How to build a community that won't "overgraze" open source tools available for all.

(Melody Wang/Getty Images)

Finance

The SEC’s Crackdown on Ethereum Staking Has a Silver Lining

The SEC’s recent actions shut down centralization staking services, but not individual staking and decentralized staking services. That could increase decentralization and help restore crypto’s original mission.

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