Will Ether Be Labeled as a Security After the Merge?
Ethereum’s tenth "shadow fork" went into effect this week as the network continues to run tests ahead of the anticipated shift from using the energy-intensive proof-of-work protocol to proof-of-stake. Georgetown University Law Professor Adam Levitin explains why the move could have unexpected consequences for the crypto market.

Ethereum’s Shadow Fork Kicks Off Ahead of September Merge
Ethereum’s tenth shadow fork went into effect 26 hours earlier than expected, as the network continues to run tests ahead of the mainnet upgrade in September. "The Hash" panel shares outlooks for the network as the anticipated merge approaches.

Bitcoin Maximalist Michael Saylor Makes the Case Against Ethereum
The MicroStrategy CEO cautioned that the "protocol doesn’t look like it's going to be completed or stable for another 36 months."

Ethereum’s Mainnet Tenth 'Shadow Fork' Goes Live Ahead of September Merge
Developers focused this time on testing key releases similar to the ones in the upcoming Goerli merge – the final testnet hard fork before the real Ethereum Merge.

Ethereum’s Rollup Race: What is a ‘True’ zkEVM?
The ZK rollup race between Ethereum layer 2s Scroll, Polygon and Matter Labs may come down to definitions.

EY Has Built an Ethereum-Based Product to Help Firms Hit Carbon Accounting Goals
Enterprise users’ data-privacy concerns are less of a constraint when it comes to showing how supply chains are meeting their ESG mandates, said EY blockchain lead Paul Brody.

AntPool Supports Ethereum Classic Ecosystem With $10M Investment
The mining pool is throwing its weight behind the Ethereum-offshoot alternative that will continue to mine using proof-of-work.

Tesla’s Bitcoin Dump; Zipmex Freezes Withdrawals
Bitcoin slips after Tesla announcement, but analysts say we could have seen the bottom. Crypto trading volumes in India recover. Polygon’s ZK solution aims to slash current layer 1 Ethereum network costs by 90%. Singapore-based Zipmex freezes withdrawals. Documents reveal Vauld owes retail customers $363 million.

Vitalik Buterin Discusses Ethereum's Upcoming 'Merge' and 'Surge' at EthCC in Paris
The co-founder of the Ethereum network spoke about its future road map on Thursday.
