Ethereum developers are under pressure as the Pectra upgrade rolls out to a new testnet following several unexpected issues that have delayed its deployment to the mainnet.The Pectra upgrade, which was expected to hit the Ethereum mainnet in March, was deployed into the network's Holesky testnet on Feb. 24. However, the upgrade failed to finalize on the network, prompting developers to investigate and address the causes.
Ethereum currently trades around $2,062 with analysts predicting potential five-digit targets despite its poor Q1 performance.
Celo transitions to Ethereum L2 with 1 seconds block time and $0.0005 fees Migration enables native bridging, boosts speed, and lowers security risks Vitalik and Coinbase support Celo's shift to enhance Ethereum integration
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has predicted that Ethereum will skyrocket to $5,000 sooner than Solana (SOL) will push above the $300 price tag.
Celo, which was first launched as a proof-of-stake layer-1 blockchain in April 2020, has officially become an Ethereum layer-2 network after its long-awaited hard fork. The successful migration was completed nearly two years after Celo's initial proposal in July 2023.
Celo has successfully migrated from a standalone Layer 1 blockchain to an Ethereum Layer 2 network, marking a major milestone after nearly two years of development. This upgrade boosts scalability, improves interoperability, and deepens integration with Ethereum's ecosystem. Block times have been reduced from 5 seconds to just 1 second, significantly enhancing transaction speed.
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes believes that it is now in the cards for Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) to witness sustained rallies en route to new all-time highs.
Celo has officially transitioned from a standalone EVM-compatible Layer-1 (L1) blockchain to an Ethereum Layer-2 (L2), marking a significant milestone for the blockchain ecosystem.
Celo has finalized migration from a standalone L1 platform to an Ethereum L2 blockchain. The transition represents a key landmark in Celo's evolution, improving interoperability, security, and the entire ecosystem while ensuring sustainability and accessibility. The countdown platform shows the migration completed on 26 March, with Celo Layer2 Mainnet activation at 31056500 block height.
Solana's rising transaction volume and cost efficiency fuel its potential to overtake Ethereum.
Ethereum (ETH) price trades today at as of . Despite Bitcoin's (BTC) uncertainty, Ethereum prices today hit a daily high of after % move on.
Ethereum's implied volatility is nearing historic lows, with some predicting a sharp breakout as market sentiment turns.
Ethereum (ETH), the second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, has experienced one of its most challenging starts to the year, recording its second-worst performance in the first quarter of its history. As of now, ETH is trading just above the crucial support level of $2,000, reflecting a year-to-date decline of 43%.
The Layer 2 development utilized the OP Stack from Optimism, migrating Celo into an optimistic rollup chain.
Global asset manager Calamos Investments, overseeing $41.3 billion in assets, made its crypto debut this year with the launch of three bitcoin-focused funds. Designed to shield investors from Bitcoin (BTC) volatility, these structured ETFs have already attracted over $100 million, largely from financial advisors.
Despite Ethereums recent price stagnation, institutional interest in its network remains strong. On March 25, Custodia Bank and Vantage Bank launched the first-ever U.S. bank-issued stablecoin on a public blockchainEthereum.
Bitcoin and Ethereum are poised to suffer their worst first quarter in years unless they can pull off a huge rally in the next few days.Ether (ETH) has dropped 37.98% so far over the first quarter of 2025, its worst Q1 decline since 2018, when it plunged 46.61%, according to CoinGlass data. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (BTC) is down 6.49% so far over the quarter, which is slated to end on March 31 — marking its worst Q1 performance since 2020, when it saw a 10.83% decline.
Celo's integration as an Ethereum layer 2 enhances scalability, security, and interoperability, potentially boosting Web3 adoption and innovation. The post Celo returns home to Ethereum as layer 2, migration completed appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
Ethereum price started a recovery wave above the $2,020 zone. ETH is now consolidating and facing hurdles near the $2,080 resistance.
Celo has completed the migration to Ethereum Layer 2 after two years of development, transitioning from an individual blockchain to an interoperable network. The post Celo Completes Migration to Ethereum Layer 2 appeared first on Cryptonews.
Ethereum (ETH) is showing signs of a bullish breakout, forming a complex Inverse Head and Shoulder (iH&S) pattern on the weekly timeframe. This key technical formation suggests that the Ethereum price is on track for a massive rally toward a bullish target of $18,000.
Ethereum price is attracting renewed market attention as analysts present technical scenarios pointing toward a potential move above the $2100 mark. Recent analyses from experts suggest that Ethereum price behavior is showing both bullish short-term structure and macro-level cyclical patterns, which could support an upward continuation if key levels hold.
Cryptocurrency markets are trading relatively flat on Tuesday as GameStop announced the acquisition of Bitcoin for its treasury. Cryptocurrency Price Gains +/- Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) $88,471.10 +0.03% Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH) $2,079.34 -0.6% Solana (CRYPTO: SOL) $145.94 +2% XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) $2.46 -0.3% Dogecoin (CRYPTO: DOGE) $0.1910 +1.6% Shiba Inu (CRYPTO: SHIB) $0.00001376 +0.7% Notable Statistics: IntoTheBlock data shows large transaction volume increasing by 78% and daily active addresses growing by 30%.
EY Global Blockchain Leader Paul Brody sits down with CNBC Crypto World to explain why there is a disconnect between ether's price and developments on the Ethereum Network.
Coinbase has announced its support for Celo's migration from a standalone Layer-1 blockchain to an Ethereum Layer-2 network.
World Liberty Financial, a decentralized finance protocol backed by President Donald Trump, confirmed on Tuesday that it intends to launch its own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin on both Ethereum and Binance's BNB Chain.
If BTC corrects while ETH holds key support, can ETH/BTC reverse its trend?
Custodia Bank, working with Vantage Bank, completed the tokenization of dollar-demand deposits with the issuance of its Avit stablecoin.
Ethereum (ETH) is up nearly 9% over the past seven days, showing signs of strength, yet the price continues to struggle around the $2,000 mark. Despite this upward movement, key indicators suggest the market is still lacking decisive momentum.
Abracadabra.Money loses $13M in ETH to a security breach targeting GMX-linked pools, marking its second major exploit this year after a $6.49M hack in January. The post Abracadabra.Money Loses $13M in ETH to Security Breach, Following $6.49M January Hack appeared first on Cryptonews.
WLFI launched the USD1 token on Ethereum and Binance, although it's not yet tradable.
According to a detailed CoinGecko report, sales of Ethereum by the Ethereum Foundation (EF) do not have as big an effect on the token's price as is generally believed.
Custodia Bank and Vantage Bank have issued the first US bank-backed stablecoin, called Avit, on a public blockchain network, according to a March 25 press release. The stablecoin was used in a series of test transactions with a business customer.
Ethereum faces growing competition from faster, cheaper blockchains as experts warn of declining momentum and investor interest. Analysts cite shifting activity to Layer 2 networks, weakening DeFi prospects, and rising speculative trends like memecoin trading as key challenges. The post Analysts Say Ethereum Struggles as Competition Intensifies: FT appeared first on Cryptonews.
Ethereum is trading back above the key $2,000 level after spending several volatile weeks attempting to reclaim it. Since late February, ETH has dropped more than 38%, triggering widespread panic as the price broke below major support and briefly dipped under $1,800.
Custodia Bank and Vantage Bank have successfully launched the first-ever U.S. bank-issued stablecoin on a permissionless blockchain. The new stablecoin, named Avit, was issued, transferred, and redeemed using the Ethereum blockchain.
The crypto market lost momentum on Tuesday, with Bitcoin price pulling back from this week's high of $89,000. Other altcoins like Ethereum (ETH) and Ripple (XRP) remained in a tight range.
Abracadabra.Money, a decentralized lending platform, experienced a cyber attack that resulted in the loss of approximately 13 million dollars in Ethereum (ETH). The attack, aimed at pools linked to GMX tokens, has raised questions about the security of the platform. However, GMX has denied any vulnerabilities in its smart contracts.
Magic Internet Money (MIM) was exploited for 6,260 ETH, taken from lending vaults on Arbitrum. While MIM used GMX smart contracts, neither the GMX project nor the GM token were affected by the hack.
World Liberty Financial Inc. (“WLFI”), a somewhat defi platform connected to the Trump family, is launching USD1 on ethereum and the Binance Smart Chain.
Ethereum (ETH) has been going up for three days in a row after its bullish breakout last week as market sentiment started to improve following the Federal Reserve's meeting last week.
The launch of USD1 stablecoin could significantly enhance DeFi's appeal to traditional financial institutions, bridging crypto and conventional finance. The post Trump-backed World Liberty Financial confirms plans to debut USD1 stablecoin on Ethereum, BNB Chain appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
The broader cryptocurrency space has been notified of another scam alert involving GMX, a decentralized exchange. The malicious actors stole Ethereum (ETH) valued at approximately $13 million, or 6,260 ETH.
The asset management giant Fidelity hopes to launch a blockchain-tracked share class for one of its existing funds. The Fidelity Treasury Digital Fund is 99.99% invested in U.S. Treasury bills. A new filing with the U.S.
In this exclusive interview, crypto.news sits down with Vladislav Martynov, a seasoned high-tech entrepreneur and blockchain pioneer.
Ethereum's price movement has been slow compared to other major cryptos, but BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes remains bullish. In a bold prediction, he claims that Ethereum (ETH) will reach $5,000 before Solana (SOL) hits $300. This statement has sparked debates on whether ETH can outperform SOL in the coming months.
The crypto market registered a marginal increase over the past 24 hours as prices steadied, with its current market cap at $2.83 trillion. Bitcoin (BTC) reached an intraday peak of $88,635 before declining and steadying itself around $86,500.