Ethereum Beginner
Ethereum is the leading platform for programmable blockchains, with ether (ETH) as its native asset.
Where Bitcoin is designed as money, Ethereum lets developers run "smart contracts" — code that powers apps, tokens, stablecoins, NFTs and most of decentralised finance. It secures itself through proof-of-stake.
This definition is educational and not financial advice. Crypto is volatile and high-risk — always do your own research.
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