Get the weekly summary of crypto market analysis, news, and forecasts! This Week’s Summary The crypto market ends the week at a total market capitalization of $2,17 trillion. Bitcoin continues to trade at around $62,300. Ethereum experiences no changes and stagnates at around $2,400. XRP is down by 2%, Solana by 1%, and Dogecoin by 3%. Almost all altcoins are trading in the red, with very few exceptions. The DeFi sector decreased the total value of protocols (TVL) to around…
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Happy Birthday Ethereum! Vitalik Buterin Reveals Major Predictions on Ethereum’s 9th Birthday!!
The post Happy Birthday Ethereum! Vitalik Buterin Reveals Major Predictions on Ethereum’s 9th Birthday!! appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Vitalik Buterin, co-founder and core developer of the Ethereum (ETH) network, is leading the celebration of Ethereum’s ninth anniversary. In a recent post on X, Buterin expressed his excitement for the future. Happy 9th birthday, Ethereum!Looking forward to seeing what the next decade brings. pic.twitter.com/bXq56mIff7— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) July 30, 2024 Buterin will also be speaking at the EDCON 2024 conference…
10 months ago
Buterin Says Ethereum Is Largely Decentralized Compared To Bitcoin
The post Buterin Says Ethereum Is Largely Decentralized Compared To Bitcoin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Vitalik Buterin has pointed out that Ethereum is in a better place than Bitcoin regarding robustness and decentralization. Speaking at the ETHCC in Brussels, Vitalik Buterin noted that two mining pools account for 50% of the computing power of Bitcoin while four make up 75%. Drawing lines with Ethereum, he stated that a large portion is unidentified meaning they are operated by a…
11 months ago
XRP Surges as Lawsuit Nears Conclusion; Vitalik Buterin Invests in New Blockchain; Lithium Finance Shocks Experts
The post XRP Surges as Lawsuit Nears Conclusion; Vitalik Buterin Invests in New Blockchain; Lithium Finance Shocks Experts appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ripple sees a slight surge as its lawsuit nears conclusion, Vitalik Buterin just invested in this little-known blockchain project while Lithium Finance shocks experts with its performance. Here’s what caught our DeFi eye recently: As the SEC-Ripple case nears an end, the SEC contests Ripple’s claims in its closing brief. Amid debates over XRP’s status MegaETH’s…
11 months ago
Vitalik Buterin Expresses Strong Criticism Of US Crypto Regulation
The post Vitalik Buterin Expresses Strong Criticism Of US Crypto Regulation appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Vitalik Buterin has expressed strong criticism of the current US crypto regulations framework arguing that cryptocurrencies are unfairly targeted. He highlighted that the primary issue with crypto regulations is that the system favors assets with unclear promises of potential returns over those with transparent and well-defined financial expectations. He underscored that projects offering clear explanations of expected returns and customer rights are more…
11 months ago
MemeCoins Are Beneficial to Ethereum : Vitalik Buterin
The post MemeCoins Are Beneficial to Ethereum : Vitalik Buterin appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Vitalik Buterin has voiced several reasons meme coins benefit Ethereum and the crypto ecosystem. Meme coins are driven by viral moments and community hype. While meme coins do not offer practical advancements like other crypto innovations, they are a good place to start for people interested in crypto. While some may think of meme coin as taking the energy away from more important developments,…
12 months ago
Vitalik Buterin Slams Bitcoin Block Size Deniers
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has recently criticized those opposing an increase in Bitcoin’s block size. He bases his arguments on two books that examine the “Bitcoin block size war” from contrasting viewpoints. Jonathan Bier’s The Blocksize War supports small blocks, whereas Roger Ver and Steve Patterson’s Hijacking Bitcoin advocates for larger blocks. Buterin, who has been involved in these debates, leverages these narratives to assess Bitcoin’s technological direction. Why Does Bitcoin Block Size Matter? The debate centers around Bitcoin’s role…
1 year ago
Vitalik Buterin Advocates for Layer 2 as Cultural Pillar of Ethereum
In a new blog post, Vitalik Buterin highlighted the unique role L2s play within the Ethereum ecosystem, fostering the creation of independent sub-ecosystems that still contribute to the broader Ethereum network. Buterin Highlights Organizational Distinctions Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently described Layer 2 (L2) protocols as a cultural extension of Ethereum. He emphasized the primary distinction between Layer 1 (L1) and Layer 2 protocols is organizational rather than technical. He argued that blockchains are shaped by their cultural values in…
1 year ago
Vitalik Buterin Moves 80 ETH To Railgun Platform
The post Vitalik Buterin Moves 80 ETH To Railgun Platform appeared first on Coinpedia Fintech News Ethereum Co-founder Vitalik Buterin has made a significant move today as he moved 80 ETH valued at $300,000, to coin mixer Railgun, marking the latest in a series of monthly transfers Buterin has made to Railgun over the past 6 months. Railgun’s platform, known for privacy-focused coin mixing services, has attracted users who seek enhanced privacy and security in crypto transactions. Vitalik has been…
1 year ago
Ethereum’s Evolution: Vitalik Buterin Proposes Groundbreaking EIP-7702
Vitalik Buterin introduces EIP-7702 aiming to elevate the capabilities of externally owned accounts (EOAs) by temporarily integrating smart contract features. This proposal has the potential to revolutionize user experiences on Ethereum, making it more accessible and secure, thus accelerating its adoption. Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, alongside collaborators Sam Wilson, Ansgar Dietrichs, and Matt Garnett, has introduced Ethereum Improvement Proposal (EIP) 7702. This proposal seeks to enhance the functionality of Ethereum’s externally owned accounts (EOAs) significantly. EIP-7702 intends to temporarily…
1 year ago