The Merge — Ethereum’s full transition to proof-of-stake (PoS) from proof-of-work (PoW) — was completed successfully on Sept. 15, to the admiration and acclaim of many. The upgrade, which had been delayed for many years, was hailed as one of the most decisive moments in crypto history for several reasons, notably because of the 99.9% reduction in energy consumption. Let’s take a look at some reactions. {tweet} Dmitry Buterin, tech entrepreneur & father of Vitalik Buterin, Ethereum’s co-creator “This brings to fruition Vitalik’s original vision for Ethereum, achieved by many smart, passionate humans working ... (full story)