Ethereum explained: how smart contracts run, why gas fees swing, EIP-1559 burns, proof of stake and staking, and how Layer 2 networks cut costs.
A simple transfer on Ethereum mainnet once cost tens of dollars in fees. On a Layer 2, the same action often costs a few cents. What exactly is Layer 2, how does it get so fast and cheap, and what risks come with using it?
Emily Parker · 5 min read
"200% APY." "Risk-free returns." DeFi never runs short of tempting numbers. But there's no free lunch: behind every yield, someone is paying or someone is taking on risk. This guide unwraps the numbers so you can see where the money really comes from.
Emily Parker · 6 min read
If Bitcoin is digital gold, Ethereum is a world computer. Learn how smart contracts work, why gas fees swing so wildly and what changed after the Merge.
Emily Parker · 6 min read
Since Ethereum moved to proof of stake, staking ETH for rewards has become a popular choice. But running your own validator, handing coins to an exchange and swapping into a liquid staking token carry very different risks and rewards. This guide sorts it all out.
Emily Parker · 6 min read
No bank account, no paperwork, just a wallet. DeFi lets you trade, borrow and earn yield on-chain. Here's how it works, with real numbers, and where the traps are hiding.
Emily Parker · 6 min read