what's etherscan?
Etherscan is a leading blockchain explorer and analytics platform for the Ethereum network. It provides users with a user-friendly interface to search, view, and analyze on-chain data, including transactions, smart contracts, addresses, and token transfers. Launched in 2015, Etherscan has become an essential tool for developers, investors, and enthusiasts to monitor Ethereum's ecosystem in real-time, offering features like gas price tracking, API access for integrations, and verification of smart contract source code to enhance transparency and security. The platform supports a wide range of functionalities, such as exploring ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens, viewing block details, and accessing historical data. Users can verify contract authenticity by checking if the source code is publicly available and audited. Etherscan also extends to related networks like Ethereum Classic and testnets, and it includes tools for wallet management and transaction broadcasting. Its commitment to equitable access ensures that blockchain data is readable and actionable for a broad audience, fostering greater adoption of decentralized technologies. In addition to core exploration features, Etherscan offers educational resources, such as guides on using the platform, and community-driven initiatives like quizzes and points hubs to engage users with Ethereum's history and developments. By democratizing access to blockchain information, Etherscan plays a pivotal role in the transparency and accountability of the Ethereum ecosystem.
Etherscan experienced a spoof attack using fake ERC20 tokens and modified batchTransfer functions.
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x.com/etherscanDisplays transfers based on emitted events, enabling a spoof attack where a fake ERC20 token with modified batchTransfer function made it appear that a victim transferred funds to an attacker address within 6 minutes.
Blockscan swap scanner (developed by Etherscan team) adds 1inch cross-chain swap integration with end-to-end insights, connecting source and destination chain data with full transaction decoding.
Etherscan discontinues free API tier for Base, Optimism, and Binance chains without advance notice during EFDevcon, publishing a blogpost to explain the decision.
Etherscan launches zScore Reputation Score Card feature in partnership with Zeru Finance, providing verifiable insights into address trust, reputation, and risk profiles based on onchain behavior.
Etherscan joins Zama Protocol as a genesis MPC operator, responsible for securing the private FHE key that ensures confidentiality in the Zama Protocol.
8004 standard launches as a blockchain registry for AI agents with associated wallets, combined with x402 payment protocol (ERC20-based) enabling direct per-call API access payments without authentication or API keys.
Etherscan launches on Sei blockchain as "Seiscan", expanding its block explorer services to a new EVM-compatible network.
Token Generation Event confirmed for Q4 2025.
Platform verifies contracts for 871 legacy NFT artworks from rare art labs collection, covering multiple prominent crypto artists.
Centralized contract verification poses ecosystem risk as open-source alternatives emerge.
New points-based reward system and 10th anniversary NFT campaign launches with exclusive rewards, running until August 31, 2025.
Transaction volume reaches new 7-day all-time high, indicating increased platform usage.
Expands block explorer services to Sei network, providing advanced analytics and performance insights on the fastest EVM chain.
Built-in fund withdrawal safeguard exists through block explorers, independent of UI availability.
Launches HyperEVMScan, a new block explorer solution for EVM chains.
Critical infrastructure risk identified in block explorer data reliability; verification through multiple sources advised.