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

Hello, Hoodi: Ethereum Welcomes a New Testnet

Ethereum's 'Pectra' upgrade will be tested on Hoodi following buggy attempts on other testnets, Holesky and Sepolia.

By Margaux NijkerkMar 17, 2025

Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum co-founder (Michael Ciaglo/Getty Images)

Markets

Ether in Structural Decline, Year-End Price Target Slashed to $4K: Standard Chartered

Layer 2 blockchains were meant to improve scalability on the Ethereum network, but Coinbase's Base has reduced ether's market cap by $50 billion, the report said.

By Will CannyMar 17, 2025

Markets

Ether Sees Record Active Selling Over 3 Months: CryptoQuant

Ethereum has faced record active selling over the past 3 months, per a CryptoQuant report.

By James Van Straten, AI BoostMar 13, 2025

Tech

The Protocol: Ethereum’s Holesky Testnet Finalizes, Finally

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By Margaux NijkerkMar 12, 2025

Finance

Lukka and CoinDesk Indices to Offer Composite Ether Staking Rate

The CESR captures the mean annualized staking rate earned by Ethereum validators.

By Oliver KnightMar 12, 2025

Tech

Binance Labs-Backed Network Hemi Debuts $440M Mainnet to 'Unify' Bitcoin, Ethereum

Hemi Labs has signed up dozens of protocols, including decentralized exchange (DEX) Sushi, liquid staking token pumpBTC and oracles RedStone and Pyth.

By Jamie CrawleyMar 12, 2025

Photo of Jeff Garzik, co-founder of Hemi Labs

Tech

Ethereum L2 Starknet Seeks 'Bitcoin's DeFi Take-Off Moment' With BTC Wallet Xverse

The aim is to provide a Bitcoin DeFi experience using trust assumptions as the next big thing to zero-knowledge proofs until such a time that OP_CAT is adopted

By Jamie CrawleyMar 11, 2025

StarkWare CEO Eli Ben-Sasson (Margaux Nijkerk)

Tech

Ethereum’s Holesky Hits Finality After 2 Weeks as Pectra Testing Continues

The Pectra upgrade went live Feb. 24, but finality was delayed due to a configuration bug in the client software.

By Shaurya MalwaMar 11, 2025

Markets

Dormant Ether Whale Moves $13M in ETH to Kraken

Large movement of coins to exchanges often breeds price volatility.

By Omkar GodboleMar 11, 2025

ETH ICO whale becomes active. (Pexels/Pixabay)

Markets

Ether's Freefall Below $1.9K Roils DeFi, Jeopardizes Crypto Loan Backed by $130M in ETH

Falling ETH prices also threaten other DeFi loans, with potential liquidations that could further impact the token's price.

By Krisztian SandorMar 10, 2025

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