Tagged: ethereum

February 22, 2026 @ 2:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has outlined a new initiative to enhance the blockchain’s foundational architecture. On Friday, February 20, 2026, Buterin shared his vision for creating what he calls a “cypherpunk principled non-ugly Ethereum” — a specialized layer designed as a seamless bolt-on addition to… Read More

February 17, 2026 @ 12:43 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a recent interview on Bloomberg from Hong Kong, Joseph Lubin, the founder and CEO of Consensys as well as a co-founder of Ethereum, provided his perspective on the current state and future trajectory of cryptocurrency markets, with a particular focus on Ethereum’s role and… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 7:46 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Cryptocurrency exchange OKX has announced the integration of Ethereum and Arbitrum into its CeDeFi service. This update allows users to tap into promising on-chain tokens directly through their existing OKX accounts, bypassing the usual technical barriers associated with decentralized trading. By responding to user demands… Read More

February 5, 2026 @ 8:44 am By Omar Faridi  |  

As we step into February 2026, the Bitcoin and cryptocurrency market is once again proving that its infamous 4-year cycle—characterized by euphoric bull runs followed by sharp corrections—hasn’t vanished despite years of proclamations about industry maturation (as well as steady influx of institutional capital). Under… Read More

February 5, 2026 @ 8:06 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance founder Changpeng “CZ” Zhao has been a vocal figure shaping market sentiment. Recently, CZ has tempered his earlier optimism about a Bitcoin “super-cycle,” a prolonged bull run driven by widespread adoption and macroeconomic shifts. Just weeks ago, he expressed strong confidence in this extended… Read More

February 1, 2026 @ 3:36 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Grayscale Investments indicated in a recent update that smart contract platforms are emerging as foundational technologies that go beyond simple cryptocurrency transactions. Grayscale also mentioned that these networks, which were initiated by Ethereum in 2015, enable automated, decentralized applications for everything from lending to asset… Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 8:06 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Bullish (NYSE: BLSH), a platform specializing in institutional-grade market infrastructure and data services, has announced a strategic integration with Liquid Mercury, a provider of technology solutions for crypto trading and digital marketplaces. This collaboration aims to streamline access for professional and institutional investors to advanced… Read More

January 25, 2026 @ 8:48 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Ethereum Foundation has announced the creation of a specialized Post-Quantum (PQ) security team, signaling a heightened focus on protecting the network from emerging quantum computing risks. This initiative, revealed by EF researcher Justin Drake, represents a pivot from exploratory studies to hands-on engineering efforts…. Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 8:19 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Ethereum (ETH) blockchain network continues to evolve, with recent developments emphasizing enhanced user privacy, decentralized trust, and navigating regulatory landscapes. As the blockchain and web3 space matures, key figures and projects are pushing boundaries to address longstanding challenges, from data security to financial inclusion…. Read More

January 20, 2026 @ 8:16 am By Tony Zerucha  |  

Stablecoins, Bitcoin v. Ethereum, and MSCI’s decision not to exclude DATs from indexes had Web3 minds talking this week. MSCI won’t be excluding digital asset treasuries (DATs) from its indexes “(Recently) the MSCI decided it won’t be excluding digital asset treasuries (DATs) from its indexes… Read More

January 9, 2026 @ 3:10 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Digital assets firm Circle noted that the rise of quantum computing poses a significant challenge to blockchain technology. According to a recent blog post from stablecoin issuer Circle, experts predict that quantum computers could become powerful enough to compromise blockchain security as early as 2030…. Read More

January 3, 2026 @ 3:41 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

In a move aimed at bolstering its questionable growth strategy, Bitmine Immersion Technologies (NYSE: BMNR) is seeking shareholder approval to dramatically expand its authorized share capital. Chairman Tom Lee recently outlined the plan, which would boost the company’s total authorized shares from the existing 500… Read More

January 2, 2026 @ 11:42 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Russian-Canadian programmer and Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has emphasized the need for practical, genuinely decentralized applications to realize the platform’s vision as a global computing system. In his recent New Year’s post on X, he called on the Ethereum ecosystem to prioritize foundational values, positioning… Read More

December 31, 2025 @ 8:54 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CertiK has released the Hack3D: The Skynet Web3 Security Report for 2025, a data-driven examination of Web3 security trends, key vulnerabilities, as well as threat intelligence across the Web3 space. CertiK’s Skynet Hack3D reports offer deep dives into the different exploits and major trends that… Read More

December 30, 2025 @ 9:15 am By JD Alois  |  

Both Bitcoin and Ethereum started the year higher than they will probably end the year. Yet many digital asset insiders anticipate a gangbuster 2026 as sentiment shifts and renewed interest in crypto takes hold. For Ethereum in 2025 on January 1st, it was valued at… Read More

December 29, 2025 @ 5:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The Derivatives Trading Desk at Laser Digital has shared key insights and market commentary with CI. The insights highlight how Bitcoin and crypto market prices have started to move in very interesting directions based on the time of day it is, with Asian and US… Read More

December 29, 2025 @ 11:21 am By Omar Faridi  |  

Arbitrum and Aave noted that combining the DeFi rollup with digital lending infrastructure creates improved user engagement, quicker uptake of product features, and so-called “flywheel effects” that are said to be amplified by proper incentives. Arbitrum, developed by Offchain Labs, is an Ethereum rollup, a… Read More

December 29, 2025 @ 8:22 am By Omar Faridi  |  

BitMine Immersion Technologies (NYSE: BMNR), a corporate holder of digital assets chaired by Fundstrat‘s Tom Lee, has significantly expanded its Ethereum involvement by locking up 342,560 ETH—valued at roughly $1 billion—in staking deposits over a recent 48-hour period. This activity was highlighted by on-chain analytics… Read More

December 24, 2025 @ 8:56 am By Omar Faridi  |  

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE:JPM), the largest U.S. bank in terms of assets and scope of operations, is assessing the potential to provide cryptocurrency trading services to its institutional clients. This move involves evaluating spot and derivatives products for assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum… Read More

December 23, 2025 @ 8:40 am By Omar Faridi  |  

CoinGecko noted that MYX Finance (MYX) is now by “far” the top crypto gainer this year, achieving the highest YTD price returns of 3,358.15% among the largest market cap crypto assets. The BNB Chain-native derivatives protocol launched its token at “around $0.097 on May 6… Read More