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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Технологии

‘Experimental’ Early-Morning Attack Temporarily Diverts 0.8% of Ethereum Nodes

An attacker fraudulently added hundreds of blocks to the Ethereum chain with invalid proof-of-work, but only a small percentage of nodes were affected.

Graphics processing units (GPUs) used to mine the Ethereum and Zilliqa cryptocurrencies at the Evobits crypto farm in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. The world’s second-most-valuable cryptocurrency, Ethereum, rallied 75% this year, outpacing its larger rival Bitcoin. Photographer: Akos Stiller/Bloomberg

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Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko on SOL Dominance in Altcoin Markets

As the Solana blockchain continues to make waves in the crypto markets, Solana Labs CEO Anatoly Yakovenko discusses the drivers behind Solana’s emerging dominance in the blockchain space, digging into the potential weaknesses of Ethereum. Plus, insights into Solana’s use cases including NFTs and the outlook for its native token SOL.

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Solana Funds Outshined Bitcoin Last Week Amid Down Market

Crypto funds focused on Solana’s SOL token garnered almost $50 million of inflows last week, while bitcoin funds brought in a “paltry” $200,000.

CoinShares report shows that crypto funds overall netted inflows last week, despite bitcoin's outflows. (CoinShares)

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Arbitrum Vaults Onto Layer 2 Leaderboard as DeFi Assets Cross $2B

The project aims to increase the speed and reduce the cost of transactions on Ethereum.

In just weeks, Arbitrum has vaulted into the ranks of top DeFi projects. (Creative Commons, modified by CoinDesk)

Технологии

Ethereum Hashrate Reaches All-Time High

Computing power on the network has rebounded from China’s mining crackdown as demand picks up.

Ether's mean hashrate. (OKLink)

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Market Wrap: Cryptocurrencies Stabilize as Regulatory Concerns Rise

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are rangebound as analysts monitor regulatory developments.

Bitcoin 24-hour chart (CoinDesk)

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NFT Trading Volume Plummets but Analysts Say NFT Craze Is Far From Over

Daily trading volume on the top NFT marketplace has dropped by more than 80% over the past month.

CryptoPunk NFTs

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Sotheby’s Auction of 101 Bored Ape NFTs Fetches $24M, Smashing Estimates

The eight-figure price implies an average sale of $241,515 per NFT.

Screen grab from Sotheby's website showing results of Bored Ape Yacht Club NFT auction. (Sotheby's)

Финансы

Do NFTs’ Crazy Valuations Make Them Art? A Leading Collector Says No

The cultural cachet that makes fine art such a good investment will take years to build up around NFTs.

LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 20: Highlights from Sotheby's auctions of Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern and African Art at Sotheby's, featuring The Visitor by South African artist Gerard Sekoto on March 20, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images for Sotheby's)

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Market Wrap: Bitcoin Bullish Sentiment Fades as Selling Abates

Analysts expect sentiment to become more normal for September as bitcoin’s price consolidates.

Bitcoin 24-hour chart (CoinDesk)