Ethereum (ETH)

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Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized computing platform founded by Vitalik ButerinCharles Hoskinson, and many others. Development began in 2014, with the official release occurring in mid-2015. Described by Buterin as a decentralized computing platform, Ethereum is a more wide-ranging application of the Decentralized Ledger Technology pioneered by Bitcoin

Ethereum was designed with the intention of having a scripting language for application development, which Bitcoin lacks. Dapps (decentralized apps)  are now some of the most intense research and development areas in the digital currency space. As mentioned by Buterin, Ethereum trades some security for versatility, though the development team is working extensively on improving security and scalability. 

Though it does take inspiration from Bitcoin, it differs in many ways. One notable difference is that the consensus mechanism algorithm gives ASICs less of an advantage. Block times range from 10 - 15 seconds as opposed to Bitcoin’s 10 minutes. One notable incident in Ethereum’s history occurred in 2016, when a smart contract flaw resulted in the theft of approximately $50 million worth of Ether. This subsequently resulted in a hard fork, splitting the Ethereum blockchain in Ethereum (ETH) and Ethereum Classic (ETC).

Ethereum itself, like Bitcoin, has inspired many projects, including rival platforms that seek to address the shortcomings of Ethereum. These platforms include EOS and Tron, which at the moment are its two closest competing platforms. Ethereum’s purpose of creating a platform for decentralized applications is its most vaunted aspect, as dapps are widely considered to bring the next era of adoption as specific, well-developed and user friendly crypto-based applications bring legitimacy to digital assets in the wider world.

In this tag, read Ethereum (ETH) news, price predictions, opinions and analyses created by users.


Ethereum: The Journey From a Whitepaper to a World-Changing Revolution

3 hours ago 3 minute read 1 comment RafiOnChain

"The most powerful thing about Ethereum is not just the code — it’s the courage to imagine a world without permission." 🚀 A 19-Year-Old With a Vision In 2013, while most 19-year-olds were figuring out college or chasing their first job, Vitalik B...

🕯️ Bitcoin Is Breathing — Just Not Loudly

3 hours ago 1 minute read 0 comments WBTC"FLow"WITCHER

This morning, I checked the charts.$105,399.14 — that’s where WBTC is sitting. Not crashing. Not flying. Just… hovering. And to me, that’s a sign of something deeper: Bitcoin is breathing, but it’s not making noise. 📈 The Numbers Speak (Quietly) On...

Ethereum's Identity Crisis: Can It Regain Momentum Against Bitcoin?

6 hours ago 4 minute read 1 comment FKlivestolearn

The ''Pectra'' upgrade gave Ethereum a boost, but not enough to rival Bitcoin’s meteoric rise. Can Ethereum find its next breakout narrative? In the volatile world of cryptocurrency markets, a compelling story can be worth billions. This truth has ne...

In The World Of Crypto - 18 MAY 2025

6 hours ago 1 minute read 0 comments Myxoplixx

Greetings crypto-fam lets dive in. First, the big news shaking things up, Hong Kong authorities busted a $15M crypto money-laundering scheme. Twelve suspects were arrested for funneling illicit funds through 500+ bank accounts and crypto wallets acro...

Crypto Chronicles:Hot News

7 hours ago 3 minute read 0 comments The Neath

1-Tether tightens grip as stablecoin market capitalization reaches $243 billion Since the beginning of the year, these coins' assets have increased by more than $38 billion. Tether's market capitalization has risen to more than $151 billion, giving i...

Title: Ethereum’s New Upgrade: Gas Fees Might Actually Stop Burning Your Wallet 🔥💸

11 hours ago 1 minute read 1 comment Johnbull Myson

Alright crypto warriors, gather ’round — Ethereum just rolled out another upgrade, and it’s got folks cautiously optimistic. Like, “Did they finally figure out how to fix those legendary gas fees, or is this another episode of ‘How to Ruin Your Walle...

🚀 Ethereum in May 2025: A Turning Point or Just Another Cycle?

14 hours ago 2 minute read 1 comment zerosyntax

Hey everyone! 👋 I know that most of us here are Ethereum (ETH) holder and I know that you know that it’s been a rollercoaster for the past five (5) months. From the lows of the 2022 crypto winter (declining prices) to the cautious (hopeful with opti...

Crypto Weekly Recap: BTCD Dips Ahead of Altcoin Surge; SEC Hacker Jailed for 14 Months; Stablecoin Rules Tipped as Industry Catalyst; Coinbase Enters S&P 500; & More (May 11–17, 2025)

14 hours ago 4 minute read 0 comments MelegaSwap

Bitcoin price hovered below the $104K–$105K resistance zone this week, with traders watching for a pullback to $90K—unless a bull flag breakout takes the lead. While some expect profit-taking, on-chain data shows selling pressure remains weak, hintin...

From Google Drive to Blockchain: How Data Ownership Is Changing Forever

21 hours ago 4 minute read 0 comments CryptoCopyBiker

  You’ve used Google Docs, Dropbox, or OneDrive to store your files. But what if I told you that blockchain stores data too, and it does it in a totally different way? In this article, we’ll walk you through how traditional cloud services differ from...

Who Needs Banks? How Blockchain Replaces the Financial Middleman

22 hours ago 5 minute read 0 comments CryptoCopyBiker

In the traditional financial world, banks have always been the gatekeepers. You know: They verify who damn you are, approve your transactions, hold your funds, and, ultimately, decide what gets processed and what doesn’t. But what if a global network...