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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Matter Labs Nets $200M to Build zkSync Ethereum Scaling Platform

A week after zkSync V2’s “baby alpha” launch, Matter Labs said it would open-source its code and push for improved standards around rollup development.

Hermez rollup is live on Ethereum's network (Unsplash)

Finance

Cross-Ecosystem Platform Evmos Partners With Anchorage Digital to Offer Custody and Staking

The announcement comes following the company’s $27 million token sale

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Tech

Vitalik Buterin’s New Ethereum Road Map Takes Aim at MEV and Censorship

Amid a number of new changes, Buterin’s new vision for Ethereum adds a section aimed at curtailing the threats of centralization.

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Tech

Ethereum Co-Founder Di Iorio Unveils Project to Bring Blockchain Computers to a Wider Audience

Andiami mixes game theory with cutting-edge hardware. Anthony Di Iorio hopes the endeavor will enable users to run full nodes with little to no technical expertise.

Ethereum co-founder, Anthony Di Iorio holding "The Cube." (Anthony Di Iorio)

Videos

SuperRare Exec on Launching RarePass for Curated Art Drops

SuperRare, an Ethereum-based, decentralized digital art marketplace, is launching the "Genesis" RarePass for exclusive airdrops of curated fine art. SuperRare Chief Operating Officer Kyle Olney shares insights into the launch, mainstreaming the art collecting experience and the future of the NFT industry.

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SuperRare COO on NFT Volumes in Crypto Winter: Crypto Art Is Alive and Well

Ethereum-based art marketplace SuperRare launches a subscription-like art distribution service. Chief Operating Officer Kyle Olney discusses the state of crypto art amid low NFT volumes in crypto winter, saying "there is no pullback in the [art] market."

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Vitalik Buterin's 'Proof of Stake': The CoinDesk Megareview

What a decade of essays – covering everything from Soulbound tokens to superrational DAOs – says about Ethereum and crypto.

DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 18: Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin speaks at ETHDenver on February 18, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. ETHDenver is the largest and longest running Ethereum Blockchain event in the world with more than 15,000 cryptocurrency devotees attending the weeklong meetup. (Photo by Michael Ciaglo/Getty Images)

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Scammers Took Advantage of the Ethereum Merge to Make Millions: Chainalysis

A report from crypto analytics research firm Chainalysis reveals bad actors took advantage of the Ethereum Merge to make millions. Chainalysis Cybercrimes Research Lead Eric Jardine shares insights into the key findings, breaking down the number of countries affected and tips for avoiding merge scams.

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Chainalysis Exec on How Bad Actors Scammed $2M From Ethereum Merge

Chainalysis Cybercrimes Research Lead Eric Jardine discusses how bad actors were able to take advantage of the Ethereum merge and drain $2 million from the ecosystem in and around the merge date. It was a "classic scam setup," Jardine said. "A 'doubling your money for free' type approach."

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Ethereum Merge Had ‘All the Ingredients of a Scammer’s Dream,’ Chainalysis Exec Says

Eric Jardine discusses how scammers were able to capitalize on the second-biggest blockchain’s transition and how $1.2 million in ether was stolen.

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