Ethereum

Ethereum is a decentralized blockchain platform that enables the creation and execution of smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps). Founded by Vitalik Buterin in 2015, Ethereum’s native cryptocurrency is called Ether (ETH). Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum is not solely a digital currency but a versatile platform that facilitates programmable transactions and decentralized applications. Ether serves as both a medium of exchange and a fuel for executing smart contracts on the Ethereum network, fostering a new era of decentralized, trustless, and transparent digital interactions.

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