Ethereum Research Paper Challenges Centralization With Decentralized Block Proposal System 

A new research paper published on Ethereum’s community research forum proposes a decentralized system to replace Ethereum’s centralized block-building model, eliminating maximal extractable value (MEV) risks while democratizing participation. Can BFT and Randomization Fix Ethereum’s MEV and Builder Dominance? Ethereum’s current Proposer-Builder Separation (PBS) framework, designed to mitigate MEV concentration, has led to centralization, with … Read more

ETF Weekly Recap: Bitcoin ETFs Face Third Week of Outflows, Losing $2.61 Billion

The week of Feb. 24 to 28 saw significant outflows from crypto ETFs, with bitcoin funds losing $2.61 billion and ether funds losing $335.35 million. A record single-day withdrawal of $1 billion from bitcoin ETFs on Feb. 26 underscored the prevailing bearish sentiment in the market. Crypto ETFs in Turmoil: Consecutive Weekly Outflows for Bitcoin … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs Extend Outflow Streak to 8 Days With Another $276 Million Withdrawn

Bitcoin ETFs outflows extended to eight days with another outflow of $276 million, while ether ETFs saw $71 million in outflows. Sustained Withdrawals See More Losses for Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) continue to face significant challenges as both bitcoin and ether ETFs experience persistent outflows. Bitcoin ETFs have now endured an … Read more

Ethereum Foundation Allocates $2M to Boost Academic Blockchain Research

The Ethereum Foundation has announced $2 million in grants for Ethereum-related academic research, with proposals due by March 16, 2025. Ethereum Foundation Launches Third Annual Academic Grants Round The Ethereum Foundation is offering $2 million in grants to support academic research related to Ethereum, with applications accepted until 23:59 AoE on March 16, 2025. This … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs Mark Seven Day Outflow Streak With $755 Million in Outflows

The crypto market continues to face significant challenges with bitcoin ETFs experiencing a seventh consecutive day of outflows, totaling $755 million on Wednesday, Feb. 26. Ether ETFs also saw their fifth straight day of outflows, amounting to $94 million. Sustained Outflows As Bitcoin and Ether ETFs Face Continued Investor Pullback Investor sentiment remained bearish as … Read more

MEXC Backs Ethena’s USDe With $20 Million Investment, Launches $1 Million Rewards

MEXC has invested $20 million in USDe, Ethena’s synthetic dollar, to drive stablecoin adoption and expand DeFi innovation. The exchange also launched a $1 million rewards campaign to incentivize participation in the growing stablecoin market. $20 Million Investment in USDe to Boost Stablecoin Adoption MEXC, a global crypto exchange has announced a $20 million investment … Read more

Ethereum Foundation Elevates Aya Miyaguchi to President Amid Leadership Restructuring

Aya Miyaguchi has transitioned from executive director to president of the Ethereum Foundation, effective Feb. 25, 2025, as part of a leadership restructuring aimed at addressing community concerns and advancing institutional partnerships. Aya Miyaguchi Steps Into Ethereum Foundation Presidency Miyaguchi, who joined the nonprofit in 2018, oversaw key milestones such as Ethereum’s 2022 transition to … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs Experience Record $1 Billion Single Day Outflow

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) faced a massive $1 billion outflow on Feb. 25, marking the largest single-day withdrawal since their inception. Ether ETFs also experienced a significant net outflow of $50 million. Historic Withdrawal Sees Bitcoin ETFs Lose $1 Billion in a Day With Ether ETFs Down $50 Million On Tuesday, Feb. 25, U.S. spot … Read more

Blackrock Under the Microscope: Financial Institution Shifts Millions in Crypto to Coinbase

Blackrock has transferred about 18,168 ether and 1,800 bitcoin, worth around $44 million and $160 million, to the centralized crypto platform Coinbase. Blackrock’s Digital Asset Strategy and Rebalancing in the Spotlight Onchain observers noted that the transfers occurred within a short window, indicating that the financial giant Blackrock is actively moving its digital asset holdings. … Read more

Bitcoin ETFs See $516 Million Outflow Amid Continued Investor Retreat

The crypto market faced notable withdrawals on Feb. 24, with bitcoin ETFs experiencing a net outflow of $516 million and ether ETFs shedding $78 million. Major funds, including Fidelity’s FBTC and Blackrock’s IBIT, led the downturn, reflecting a negative sentiment among investors. Crypto ETFs Face Significant Withdrawals as Bitcoin and Ethereum Funds Decline Investor sentiment … Read more