Ethereum (ETH)
A decentralized global computing platform enabling smart contracts and decentralized applications powered by its native asset, Ether.
In-Depth Explanation
Conceived by Vitalik Buterin in 2013 and launched in 2015, Ethereum introduced the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) to turn blockchain technology into a programmable world computer.
Practical Market Example
Real-World Application
Deploying a lending protocol or NFT collection directly on the Ethereum network.