'The Merge': What to know about the Ethereum upgrade

Cryptocurrency investors are bracing for a big change this week that could alter the future of digital assets, as Ethereum gets ready to upgrade its system with “The Merge.”

A post on the Ethereum.org website states this will be the “most significant upgrade in the history of Ethereum,” claiming the new technology is more secure and environmentally friendly.

With the “The Merge” expected to take place on Wednesday, here’s what you need to know about it and how the transition could alter the future of crypto.