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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 2.0 Countdown Begins With Release of Deposit Contract
Ethereum 2.0’s deposit contract is now live, heralding the imminent unveiling of the "world computer's" second act.

Ethereum Fees Plummeted 65% in October Following DeFi Volumes Back to Earth
Miners' income from processing transactions on the Ethereum blockchain more than halved in October as the mania for DeFi cooled.

Ethereum Developers Pencil In January for Eth 1.x 'Berlin' Hard Fork
Ethereum developers are eyeing January for the Berlin hard fork. The backwards-incompatible upgrade of the existing Eth 1.x blockchain was first set for July.

Polkadot Investor KR1: ‘You Can See Polkadot as Being a Kind of Ethereum That Fixes Some of the Problems’
KR1 Managing Partner Keld van Schreven joins CoinDesk senior markets reporter Daniel Cawrey to discuss why the firm is heavily invested in Polkadot, which is considered an up-and-coming rival to Ethereum.

Audius, the 'Decentralized Spotify,' Is Moving Part of Its Service to Solana Blockchain
Decentralized music-sharing platform Audius is moving certain hosting functions onto the Solana network, though staking remains on Ethereum.

The Graph Raises $12M in GRT Token Sale; Teases Mainnet Launch in 30-60 Days
Decentralized data-indexing protocol The Graph has raised $12 million in a public sale of its native GRT token.

Ocean v3 Brings Wave of Data Monetization Tools to Ethereum
A third version of Ocean Protocol has been released, fleshing out its vision for “datatokens” and decentralized data marketplaces.

Market Wrap: Bitcoin Pulls Back From $13K While Ether Falls on DeFi Cooling
Market observers were not surprised by an immediate but mild sell-off of bitcoin after it hit 2020’s new highs.

Ethereum 2.0 Deposit Contract Release Kicked Back Until November
Researchers are waiting on a final audit of a critical crypto library before releasing the deposit contract, Ethereum Foundation researcher Danny Ryan said.
