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Ethereum Beacon Chain Update: Paving the Way for Ethereum

The Ethereum Beacon Chain, launched on December 1, 2020, is crucial in Ethereum’s move to Eth2. It marks the start of the shift from proof-of-work (PoW) to proof-of-stake (PoS).

What is the Ethereum Beacon Chain?

The Beacon Chain is a new blockchain running alongside Ethereum’s Mainnet, managing the PoS system. Instead of using energy-hungry miners like in PoW, PoS relies on validators who stake their ETH to confirm transactions and create blocks.

This shift makes Ethereum greener and more efficient, with the Beacon Chain laying the groundwork before full integration into the Mainnet.

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Current Status and Key Statistics

- Validators: Over 800,000 active validators, up from 20,000 at launch, boosting network security and decentralization.
- ETH Staked: 28 million ETH staked, about 23% of the total supply, showing massive trust in PoS.
- Staking Rewards: Earn 4-6% annually on staked ETH, encouraging more participation.
- Energy Efficiency: Ethereum’s energy use has dropped by over 99.95%, making it one of the greenest blockchains out there.