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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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Ethereum’s Layer 2 Rollups Reduce Costs, but the Risks Are Underappreciated
Ethereum’s incumbent rollup networks cannot currently claim that they “borrow” Ethereum’s security.
NFT Creators Have Made a Total of $1.8B in Royalties: Report
A report from Galaxy Digital shows that Ethereum-based NFT creators have made $1.8 billion worth of royalties to date from marketplaces like OpenSea. Galaxy Digital’s Research Associate Salmaan Qadir breaks down the new report.
Crypto Hopefuls Seek Value in Memecoins After Vitalik Buterin’s Tweets
"THE," a new class of meme tokens created over the past week after a tweet made by Ethereum co-creator Vitalik Buterin, has seen some $10 million in on-chain trading volume and counts of over 5,000 holders as of Friday afternoon. "The Hash" team discusses the latest in the world of memecoins.
Web3 Developers Still Building Despite Crypto Winter
Jason Shah, a product manager at Alchemy, a Web3 development platform, told CoinDesk TV that the pace is actually increasing.
Web3 Developers More Active Than Ever Despite Crypto Winter: Alchemy
The number of smart contracts deployed on Ethereum has increased by 40% since the end of Q1, despite a 60% price plunge this year, according to Web3 development platform Alchemy. Alchemy Head of Growth Jason Shah shares insights into the report and what it reveals about building in Web3 amid crypto winter.
"Ethereum Killers" Could Take Decades to Die Away: Paul Brody
Ernst & Young Principal Paul Brody discusses the outlook for Ethereum's challengers and DeFi at large amid an increasing ecosystem dominance of the Ethereum blockchain. "Even after the winner is clearly visible, the losers take a long time to die away ... it could go on for decades," Brody said.
Ethereum Has a Dominant and Unassailable Position: Paul Brody
"There's always challengers to Ethereum, but the number one challenger keeps changing," says Paul Brody, Ernst & Young Principal & Global Innovation Leader. "None of them seem to be able to cross the threshold of more than...15% market share before at some point imploding." Brody also shares his thesis on the future of Ethereum.
Impact of Ethereum Merge on Smart Contract Blockchain Competitors
Ernst & Young Principal and Global Innovation Leader and Ethereum "pragmatist" Paul Brody breaks down the key takeaways from his CoinDesk op-ed on the outlook for Ethereum competitors such as Solana, Terra, and Avalanche in the aftermath of the Ethereum Merge. Will the blockchain space not have a multichain future after all?
Fidelity’s Crypto Platform to Add Ether Trading for Institutional Clients
The move comes after Fidelity launched a new Ethereum Index Fund for accredited investors.
