CRYPTO GLOSSARY · TOKENS

What is Ethereum?

Programmable blockchain for smart contracts.

📖 Full Definition

Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). Launched in 2015 by Vitalik Buterin, it is the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap.

💡 Example

Most DeFi protocols, NFT marketplaces, and dApps are built on Ethereum.

🔗 Related Terms

Smart Contract

Self-executing code on a blockchain.

Gas Fees

Transaction fees paid on blockchain networks.

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