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Vitalik Buterin Unveils Circle STARKs to Enhance Blockchain Efficiency

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has unveiled Circle STARKs, a new cryptographic protocol that aims to enhance the efficiency and security of blockchain. Buterin describes this technical advancement in his most recent post, explaining that it makes use of smaller fields like Mersenne31 to greatly increase the proving speed without

July 23, 2024 2 mins read

Will Ethereum Witness Price Breakouts Amid ETF Issuers HODLing?

The overall crypto market, in the last 24 hours, recorded minor declines in market cap. Meanwhile, the overall trading volume increased by 21.96%. Leading cryptocurrency, Bitcoin with a modest daily decline slid back to the $66K level. On the other hand, the largest altcoin Ethereum, began showing price increases fueled

July 23, 2024 2 mins read

Multiple Spot Ethereum ETFs Approved by NYSE Arca, Awaits SEC Nod

Two Ethereum ETFs, one from Grayscale and one from Bitwise, will be listed and traded on the New York Stock Exchange Arca (NYSE Arca). This approval was formally announced by the exchange. In accordance with SEC filings, NYSE Arca has authorized the registration and listing of Spot Ethereum ETFs. These

July 22, 2024 2 mins read

Ethereum’s Vitalik Buterin Highlights Decentralization Differences with Bitcoin

Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, has distinguished Ethereum’s decentralization to that of Bitcoin and other networks in great detail. As experts see models moving away from the heart of blockchains, the centralization of mining and staking has remained a controversial topic. While discussing the mainnet and layer 2 solutions, Buterin

July 20, 2024 1 min read

Can Ethereum ETFs Propel ETH Price to $4,000?

The Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) recently announced that five new spot Ether ETFs will commence trading on July 23, following the SEC’s approval of rule changes on May 23. These ETFs, including top institutions like VanEck, 21Shares, Invesco Galaxy, Fidelity, and Franklin, are expected to draw significant attention from

July 20, 2024 2 mins read

Will the Ethereum ETF Launch Fuel ETH to Hit $4K?

The crypto market anticipates the impact of spot Ethereum ETFs launch on the momentum it is currently experiencing. After a week of bearish signals along with brief recovery rallies, ETH continues to trade within the $3.4K level.  Earlier this week, Grayscale announced a waiver fee strategy, waiving fees on inflows

July 19, 2024 2 mins read

How is the Crypto Market Preparing for the Spot ETH ETF Launch?

The most anticipated US Spot Ethereum ETFs are expected to make their market debut on July 23. In preparation for the launch, issuers have filed their S-1 filings and made announcements on fees, custodians, and other facets of their respective products. The market has also seen several updates from the

July 18, 2024 2 mins read

21Shares Announces Waiving Fees for 6 Months of Spot Ethereum ETF

In an amended S-1 filed with US SEC on July 17, asset manager 21Shares detailed their plans to waive management fees for their 21Shares Core Ethereum ETF (CETH) completely for up to six months after listing, or until the fund receives $500 million. The fees were set at 0.21%. Moreover,

July 18, 2024 1 min read

SEC Commissioners’ Stance Fuels Debate on Staking for Spot Ethereum ETFs

Concerns over ETH staking are among the most contentious aspects of the upcoming spot Ethereum ETF. Among the most significant compromises that authorized issuers have been forced to make is to abandon their intentions for Ethereum staking. Commissioner Hester Peirce of the SEC has recently reignited optimism for the product,

July 17, 2024 1 min read