Ethereum

Here we cover all you need to know about Ethereum — the decentralized, open-source computing platform with smart contract functionality.
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Tech Deep Dives
Ethereum: A Visual Look
CoinMarketCap Academy takes a visual look at some key Ethereum metrics as the year comes to a close.
By Decentralized Dog
1yr ago
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Bitcoin
Revealed: How MicroStrategy Would Have Performed if It Invested in Ether Instead of Bitcoin
Ether has a strong track record of outperforming Bitcoin. In 2021, ETH surged by a whopping 399.2% — five times more than BTC's still-impressive rise of 59.8%.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Bitcoin
Bitcoin Rallies Above $20,000 for First Time in Three Weeks, Ether Surging By 10% in 24 Hours
The change in momentum has also been welcome news for crypto-related stocks, with Coinbase's share price rallying by 13% on Tuesday.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto News
Crypto Project Plans to Build 60 'Luxury' Villas… on Site of Doomed Fyre Festival
It's unclear whether or not this is a publicity stunt, but it seems executives are confident of "radically recreating land used by the infamous festival" five years ago.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto News
Be Prepared to Stop Crypto Mining This Winter as Energy Crisis Worsens, EU Countries Told
Bitcoin's hash rate is continuing to rise, and heightened demand for energy in this industry is coinciding with fears that parts of Europe could suffer blackouts during the colder months.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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U.S. Facing Lawsuit Over Decision to Sanction Tornado Cash
Coin Center has accused the Treasury of making it a crime to use the coin mixing service, which has been used by North Korea to launder stolen cryptocurrencies.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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CMC Research
On-chain Analysis of stETH: An Data Perspective by IntoTheBlock
After the merge, what has been going on with staked Ethereum in all forms?
By Pedro Negron
2yr ago
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Tech Deep Dives
Next Steps for Ethereum After the Merge
What are the next steps for Ethereum after the merge? CoinMarketCap Academy takes a look at the Ethereum upgrade roadmap.
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
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Tech Deep Dives
Why Is Ethereum Going Down?
Why is Ethereum going down even though it switched to proof-of-stake? CoinMarketCap Academy analyzes fundamental factors for the bearish price action of ETH.
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
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Tech Deep Dives
What to Do With Your ETH After the Merge: a Deep Dive Into Staking
Ethereum has shifted from a Proof-of-Work network to Proof-of-Stake. In today’s article, we dive into the different ways to use your Ethereum after the merge.
By CryptoJelleNL
2yr ago
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Ethereum
Vitalik Buterin Reveals Two Coins He Wants to Move to Proof-of-Stake
At Messari's Mainnet conference, Buterin admitted some cryptocurrencies will never switch to Proof-of-Stake — but added that he hopes some will achieve a "middle ground."
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto News
Podcast: Why Does the Fed's Interest Rate Hikes Affect Bitcoin? — Weekly News Roundup
It's the weekend edition of CoinMarketRecap! Connor Sephton and Molly Jane Zuckerman chew over some of the biggest crypto stories from the past seven days.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto Basics
Blockchain Network Effects — the Next Bull Market Driver?
Blockchain network effects — you’ve probably never heard of them, and yet they’re super important for mooning or nuking your coins.
By Ivan Cryptoslav
2yr ago
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Ethereum
SEC Argues US Has Jurisdiction for Ethereum Blockchain in New Court Filing
The comment was buried in the 69th paragraph of a lawsuit filed against crypto influencer Ian Balina, who is accused of promoting an ICO without telling fans that he was being paid to do so.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Ethereum
CoinMarketCap News, Sept 16: Big Stakers and SEC Overshadow Ethereum's Big Merge Moment
Also today, El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele wants to run for re-election — but according to the constitution, he isn't allowed.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto News
Podcast: The Merge, Hodlonaut v Wright, Do Kwon, Starbucks NFTs — Weekly News Roundup
It's the weekend edition of CoinMarketRecap! Connor Sephton and Molly Jane Zuckerman chew over some of the biggest crypto stories from the past seven days.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Ethereum
'Disappointing': Coinbase and Lido Dominate Ethereum Staking Rewards After The Merge
Bitcoin maximalists have been up in arms about these revelations. They argue that this proves Ethereum is becoming more centralized, and censorship resistance is at risk.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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Crypto News
Has The Merge Turned Ether into a Security? Yes, SEC's Gary Gensler Suggests
According to The Wall Street Journal, Gary Gensler believes cryptocurrencies that operate on PoS chains may be classified as securities.
By Connor Sephton
2yr ago
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