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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Finance

Asset Management Giant Fidelity Adds to Crypto Offerings With Ethereum Index Fund

The fund has raised about $5 million since sales opened in late September

Fidelity Investments sign (Jonathan Weiss/Shutterstock)

Finance

Binance Starts Ethereum Proof-of-Work Mining Pool, Initially With No Fee

ETHW initially stumbled, but mining support from Binance customers could in theory help.

Ethereum around computers (Dalle-E/CoinDesk)

Markets

CryptoCompare, Blockdaemon Release Staking Yield Indexes

The Staking Yield Index Family will help investors create more informed investment strategies, according to the companies.

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Tech

Stanford Proposal for Reversible Ethereum Transactions Divides Crypto Community

Can Ethereum ward off hacks and exploits without compromising on its commitment to decentralization?

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Videos

What Are Some Other Types of Distributed Ledger Technology?

Blockchain is not the only distributed ledger technology, what else is there? Plus, does an Ethereum proof-of-work fork make sense? Answers to these questions and other news shaping the cryptocurrency world in this episode of "The Daily Forkast."

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Videos

OpenSea Exec’s Outlook on NFT Marketplace Amid Crypto Winter

OpenSea, the largest non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace by volume, announced Tuesday that it’s planning to support Arbitrum, allowing creators to list NFTs minted on the Ethereum roll-up. Anne Fauvre-Willis, VP of special projects at OpenSea, joins “First Mover” to discuss the offering and her NFT marketplace outlook during crypto winter. Plus, OpenSea’s strategy to stay competitive in a growing NFT space.

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Finance

Ethereum Merge Vastly Increased Stakefish’s Profile, but 25% of Its Employees Are Gone Anyway

Layoffs at stakefish took effect on the same day as the Ethereum Merge – just as they were set to play a key role in securing the revamped blockchain.

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Markets

Ethereum Miners’ $319M Crypto Hoard Hangs Over Market After Merge

Miners dumped over 16,000 ETH, worth more than $20 million, in the past week, on-chain data showed. The Ethereum miners still have about 245,000 ETH left – and no longer any business affiliation with the blockchain network.

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Tech

Cardano’s Vasil Upgrade Marks an Important Milestone in the Blockchain’s Evolution

The chief scientist at IOG, Aggelos Kiayias, explains why Cardano has re-thought smart contracts and how it prioritizes security over speed.

Chief scientist at IOG Aggelos Kiayias (Provided)